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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Successful assessment of this unit meets the competency requirement of the National Standard for licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.

State/territory OHS regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment for this unit which have been endorsed by the national body responsible for OHS matters.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:

comply with OHS licensing legislation

effectively communicate and work safely with others in the work area

identify hazards associated with the operation of the hoist and put in place effective hazard controls for those hazards identified

determine load weights

effectively conduct personnel and materials hoist operations to include the tasks of raising and lowering loads with hoist; in conjunction with awareness of the limitations of the hoist according to manufacturer's specifications

ensure hoist controls are attended throughout operation.

effectively conduct emergency lowering of the hoist according to the emergency lowering procedure

effectively conduct pre operational and shut down checks of the personnel and materials hoist (particular awareness of controls, alarms and lockout devices).

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of the safe and effective application of knowledge and skill to workplace tasks (performance) must be undertaken using the endorsed Assessment Instrument

Assessment of performance must be undertaken either in the workplace or in a realistically simulated workplace

Assessors must ensure that the assessment in the workplace is organised to ensure that all the required equipment and materials and a suitable working area is made available to suit the assessment and the workplace

Assessment must occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment is to comply with relevant appropriate standard requirements

Applicants must have access to:

personal protective equipment (PPE) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment.

appropriate personnel and material hoist and associated equipment in safe condition

suitable loads as specified by the endorsed assessment instrument

communication equipment (e.g. two-way radios, intercoms, light systems, buzzers, bells etc)

Method of assessment

Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instruments. These Instruments provide advice on their application.

The use of 'simulators' in the assessment of this unit of competency is not acceptable.

Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Guidance information for assessment

Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from state/territory OHS regulators.

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

accurately record and maintain information relating to personnel and materials hoist operations

communication techniques in the workplace including bells, lights, intercom and use of two-way radios

conduct personnel and materials hoist operations

operate emergency brake and decent system

hazards associated with the operation of the personnel and materials hoist are identified, risks are assessed and effective hazard prevention/control measures for those hazards identified and put into place

inspect personnel and materials hoist equipment, safety equipment and installation for safe operation including general maintenance

communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel (e.g. receive and interpret work instructions, safety information, emergency procedures)

verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

weight of the load is determined from labels, markings or load paperwork

level of literacy to be able to read and comprehend manufacturer's instructions, procedures and safety signs

Commonwealth, state or territory OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the hoist class

hoist operations and operating techniques

understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

materials safety data sheets and requirements for safe movement of materials

organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting operations for the hoist class

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

rated capacity and working load limits

typical routine problems encountered in the operation of a personnel and materials hoist, inspection techniques and adjustments required for correction.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Hazards may include but are not limited to:

ground conditions (e.g. condition of pavement, slopes)

overhead hazards (e.g. power lines, service pipes)

traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, other plant)

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, rain)

hoist overload

other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials).

Hazard prevention/control measures may include:

Refers to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls. It includes application of the hierarchy of control, the six step preference of control measures to manage and control risk:

elimination

substitution

isolation

engineering control measures

using safe work practices

personal protective equipment

Appropriate standards may include:

codes of practice

legislation

Australian standards

manufacturer specifications.

Hoist includes:

the operation of a builder's hoist in which personnel, goods and/or materials may be hoisted, and which comprises a car, structure, machinery or other equipment associated with the hoist, and which may be a cantilever hoist, a tower hoist or a multiple winch operation. Included in this definition are situations where winches may be configured to operate as hoists for the transportation of personnel.

Procedures may include but not limited to:

manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications or checklists)

industry operating procedures

workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists).

Communication methods may include but not limited to:

verbal and non-verbal language

written instructions

signage

hand signals

listening

questioning to confirm understanding

appropriate worksite protocol

interfloor/level communications

Appropriate personnel may include but not limited to:

those associated with the operations of the personnel and materials hoist

supervisors

colleagues

managers who are authorised to take responsibility for the workplace or operations.

Service logbook may include but is not limited to:

any logbook

service book

history record system where the service and maintenance history is kept.

Routine pre start operational checks may include but not limited to:

ground stability

tower ties/guys are secure

power supply is covered by earth leakage protection

power leads secured above ground level and not attached to scaffolds or building structure

tower guides are clean and free of rust and damage

signs are clearly displayed and legible

brakes and drive mechanism

overhead protection

intercom and signalling systems

barriers, fencing and gates

fuels, oil and water

lubrication (grease)

hoist rope

sheaves and anchorage points.

Communication equipment may include but not limited to:

fix frequency two-way radios

bells

buzzers

lights.

NB: where radio communication equipment is used the transmitting frequencies of the equipment must be selected to prevent interference to or from other radio equipment being used in the vicinity of the hoist.

Safety devices may include but not limited to:

emergency braking system

overrun limits

gate interlocks

personnel access interlock on hoist roof.

Appropriate standards may include but are not limited to:

codes of practice

legislation

Australian Standards

manufacturer's specifications

industry standards (where applicable).

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations may include but not limited to:

failure/loss of control e.g. power supply, braking system

failure of equipment e.g. hydraulic system, broken hoist cable, damaged gear drive

environmental conditions e.g. wind, lightning, storms.

Shut down may include but not limited to:

platform positioned at base of tower

lock on manual safety brake

landing gates secured to prevent unauthorised access

power isolated from control panel

mains power supply isolated and secured

internal combustion engine idled to stabilise temperature

engine turned off

fencing/barriers around base secured to prevent unauthorised access

key removed (where applicable).