The unit involves transporting forestry logs using trucks in a variety of work settings, including forest environments, landings, log dumps, saw mills, wood chip mills, veneer mills, board/plywood mills and other settings, such as farms and agriculture.
The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person’s job and authority.
This unit describes the outcomes required to drive log trucks to or from a forestry harvesting site, facilitate log loading and unloading, and deliver logs to their intended destination according to organisational procedures and regulations.
General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Specific licences and certification may be required, subject to enterprise requirements.
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Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills
Evidence Required
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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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they cansafely transport forestry logs using trucks according to organisational requirements.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to, and satisfy, all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:
following appropriate WHS/OHS, environmental and organisational policies and procedures relevant to transporting forestry logs using trucks
planning forestry log movement in line with organisational requirements
observing and facilitating loading and unloading log truck to organisational requirements
securing forestry logs prior to transport according to legislative and organisational requirements
following legal requirements as well as organisational policies and procedures relevant to transporting forestry logs
completing documentation required by workplace personnel to complete the movement of forestry logs.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety and environmental constraints
Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location
materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and at least one other type of evidence i.e. third party report and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills
Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English
Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment
Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Required skills
Technical skills to:
use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment
efficiently and safely transport forestry logs using trucks
Communication skills to:
use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others
use skills, including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification, and seeking advice when required
Literacy skills to:
record and report workplace information, including log books, incident reports, and transport routes
maintain documentation
Numeracy skills to:
calculate load sizes
record and estimate weights
calculate work and rest times
calculate load restraint requirements
Problem-solving skills to:
identify problems and equipment faults
demonstrate appropriate response procedures
determine appropriate haulage routes
Map reading skills to interpret coupe and road transport maps
Required knowledge
WHS/OHS, environmental, and organisational policies, procedures and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for the transport of forestry logs using trucks
Environmental protection requirements, including noise levels, emissions, damage to habitat, safe disposal of waste material, and minimisation of carbon emissions
Environmental risks and hazards associated with the transport of forestry logs using trucks
Energy efficient practices, including minimising fuel consumption
Scheduling and routing procedures
Transport regulatory requirements relating to the transport of forestry logs
Truck capabilities and capacities
Statutory road regulations
Load restraint standards and techniques
Safe log loading and unloading methods and techniques, including load restraint
Established communication channels and protocols
Fatigue management legislation and guidelines
Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques
Types of tools and equipment used for the transport of forestry logs, and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance
Safe manual handling techniques and/or equipment
Applicable fall from heights regulations and compliance requirements
Appropriate mathematical procedures for calculating load sizes, estimating and recording weights, load restraint requirements, and work and rest times
Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information
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.
Work/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) requirements:
are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first-aid equipment
fire-fighting equipment
fatigue management
hazard and risk control
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
safe forest practices, including required actions relating to forest fire
manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying
chain of responsibility
Environmental requirements may include:
legislation
organisational policies and procedures
energy efficiency
workplace practices
Organisational requirements may include:
legal
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
quality assurance
procedural manuals
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
WHS/OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures
ethical standards
recording and reporting requirements
equipment use, maintenance and storage requirements
environmental management requirements (waste disposal, recycling and reuse guidelines)
Work orders may include:
instructions for equipment allocation and usage, location and intended activity to designated personnel
supervisors
suppliers
clients
colleagues
managers
schedulers
Truck may include:
rigid or articulated log trucks
the following:
semi-trailers
jinkers
quad-dogs
B doubles
two-bay skeletal trucks
Ancillary equipment may include:
safety fittings
load restraint devices
head boards
cab guards
Accessories may include:
tools
records
first aid kits
fire extinguishers
binders
chains
personal protective equipment
Configuration is to include:
a truck and trailer combination
Load build:
is to include positioning of logs on truck so as to avoid:
uneven weight distribution
instability or uncontrolled collapse of the load during loading or unloading
must also take into account:
requirements for trailer rigidity
turning clearance
overhang
projection above stanchions
crowning
weight distribution on truck and trailer axles
contact with bolsters, stanchions and other logs
Transportation documentation may include:
transport permits
gazette notices
information booklets
maps
Communication may include:
verbal and non-verbal language
active listening
questioning to clarify and confirm understanding
use of positive, confident and cooperative language
use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences
control of tone of voice
body language
Road infrastructure may include:
sealed or unsealed roads
established tracks
Environmental constraints may include:
soil type
access
slope
weather conditions
Other restrictions may include:
load height
weight
overhang
Log positioning equipment may include:
bolsters
slippers
stanchions
chocks
Securing devices may include:
dogs and chains
binders/straps
webbing
lashings and winches
auto-tensioning devices
Overhang warning devices may include:
flags
lights
reflectors
signs
Environmental conditions may include:
soil and water protection
ground hazards and obstacles
wind and dust
fog and rain
Primary controls may include:
power
brakes
steering
speed
position
load reaction
gear selection
Subsidiary controls may include:
differential lock
centre tyre inflation (CTI) power dividers
Gauges and warning devices may include:
alarms
lights
buzzers
Records and reports:
may include:
scheduling and coordination outcomes
log movement
despatch outcomes
storage locations
quality outcomes
hazards
incidents
equipment malfunctions
may be:
manual
work diary
computer-based system
other appropriate organisational communication system
Re-tensioning is to include:
re-tightening of the chains, binders and other load restraint devices
Communication methods may include:
two-way radio
hands-free mobile phones
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
. Appropriate work/occupational health and safety(WHS/OHS), environmental and organisational policies and procedures relevant to transporting forestry logs using trucks are identified and followed
Logging sites and logs to be transported are identified from schedules, work orders or harvesting site personnel
. Coupe map is located and examined for truck access areas
. Truck, ancillary equipment, accessories and/or configuration requirements relevant to work order and load build are located and availability is confirmed
. Transportation documentationrequired to comply with legislation related to driving hours, load limits and dimensions is received and checked
. Route is selected and its suitability to enter and exit coupe is confirmed with appropriate personnel to ensure minimal environmental impact and site protection
. Transport routes are communicated and confirmed with appropriate personnel to ensure the most efficient, safe, secure and legal movement of forestry logs
. Information on height, width and load limits of road infrastructure, environmental constraints and otherrestrictions are adhered to, where necessary
. Time required to transport logs is estimated and confirmed with relevant personnel accounting for fatigue management legislation and guidelines
. Access is identified and manoeuvring approach established with worksite personnel for loading areas
. Truck and/or configuration are positioned to avoid site and equipment hazards and to maximise load safety and security while loading
. Log positioning equipment is placed and checked for planned loading, and is reset if necessary
. Safe loading procedures are agreed to with relevant worksite personnel and monitored to ensure load meets transport regulatory requirements
. Communication between driver and machine operators is established and maintained to determine safe location when loading logs
. Load is checked and feedback provided to loader operator, as required, to ensure safe transport
. Load is secured with sufficient number and type of securing devices as per loading guidelines and transport regulatory requirements
. Logs are re-tensioned as required
. Overhang warning devices and signage are fitted to load to comply with transport regulatory requirements
. Logs are transported following planned or modified route with consideration for road surfaces, conditions and fatigue management legislation and guidelines
. Condition of roads and tracks is monitored, and unexpected ground, water, vegetation or other environmental conditions are reported to appropriate personnel
. Truck is operated and driven to manufacturer specifications and legislative requirements using primary and subsidiary controls as appropriate to conditions
. Truck gauges and warning devices are monitored through observation of performance to detect operating faults
. Operating faults are identified, recorded and reported, and responded to as necessary according to organisational requirements to ensure equipment is safely operated within manufacturer specifications and safety regulations
. Periodic load safety checks are conducted and load is re-tensioned according to statutory requirements and road conditions
. Communication methods with other drivers and road users are established and operated during log transport to inform location of truck and possible hazards
. Communication channels are kept open in line with organisational arrangements to ensure location is known at all times so that timely emergency assistance can be provided if required
. Site procedures for unloading are established with appropriate personnel and site inductions are completed
. Truck is directed to and manoeuvred into planned position for unloading
. Truck is parked in designated area as instructed by appropriate personnel to avoid site and equipment hazards
. Truck and trailer are shut down and truck is secured according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
. Load is inspected for log movement and provision is made to support logs that cannot be controlled when released
. Safe location and safe unloading zones are identified and adhered to when removing logs according to site unloading procedures
. Securing devices for load restraint are released in correct sequence for truck, trailer and/or load configuration
. Log shifting process and truck operations, including faults, are recorded and reported to appropriate personnel
. Workplace records and documentation are completed and maintained according to workplace procedures
. Truck and trailer are made safe for return journey to coupe
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