Assessor Resource

FWPHAR3201
Monitor log recovery (rigging slinger)

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to plan for and navigate the extraction or breakout of logs to the landing in a forest or forest farm setting. It requires the ability to direct choker setters, transmit signals to the yarder operator and assist with line shifts for cable logging operations.

The unit applies to job roles for monitoring log recovery including Rigging Slinger.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction.

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Evidence Required

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for rigging slinger operations

1.1 Review work plan and check where required with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Identify type and quantity of logs to be extracted and assess for safety and environmental protection practices.

1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Plan cable operation activities in line with work order.

2. Plan breakout

2.1 Plan and complete breakout operations in line with environmental conditions and workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures.

2.2 Identify audible or visual signal system to be used.

2.3 Assess site, rigged cable system and landing for slope, haul line, backline, lift capacity and landing chute.

2.4 Identify obstacles to extraction operations and develop avoidance plan.

2.5 Identify logs to be recovered with current and future haul lines.

2.6 Assess information to plan extraction pattern for typical number and size of logs to be hauled.

2.7 Plan line shifts during hauling; establish and prepare future rigging points and rigging.

3. Direct hook up of logs

3.1 Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation.

3.2 Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice.

3.3 Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction.

3.4 Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes.

3.5 Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur.

3.6 Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator.

3.7 Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures.

4. Assist with line shifts

4.1 Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation.

4.2 Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice.

4.3 Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction.

4.4 Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes.

4.5 Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur.

4.6 Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator.

4.7 Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

safely and efficiently monitor log recovery

perform rigging slinger operations to recover felled logs in line with a work order and within prescribed organisational tolerances

plan the breakout process in line with site conditions

monitor log recovery using one or more of the following cable systems

high lead (no skyline)

standing skyline

running skyline

assist in shifting lines in line with the hook tender's instructions.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

content and application of applicable state or territory code of practice relevant to log recovery activities

key features of these varying environmental conditions and effects on log recovery:

fallen trees

general forest lean

ground growth

ground hazards and obstacles

ground slope

density of trees

wet and adverse weather conditions

wind speed and direction

environmental protection practices for forest and forest farm settings:

safe disposal of waste material

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

characteristics of trees

industry standard lengths for logs

techniques used by rigging slingers in the log recovery process:

log extraction methods

cable logging techniques

rigging techniques

key features of these varying signal systems used for log recovery activities:

talk-e-tooter signals

two-way radio

visual signals

whistle signals

typical industry chain of command for communication of information and instruction

purpose, features and operation of cable logging system components:

rigging components

cable systems:

high lead (no skyline)

standing skyline

running skyline

organisational procedures specific to log recovery activities:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on use of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting breakout process and equipment faults.

The following resources must be made available:

organizational policies and procedures relevant to monitoring log recovery

cable systems

yarder and anchors

rigging equipment for log recovery

signal system equipment

personal protective equipment suitable for log recovery activities

work plan for log recovery activities with specific instructions for the work site

applicable state or territory code of practice

template reports for recording breakout process and equipment faults

a team of choker setters and yarder operators with whom the individual can interact.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for rigging slinger operations

1.1 Review work plan and check where required with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Identify type and quantity of logs to be extracted and assess for safety and environmental protection practices.

1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Plan cable operation activities in line with work order.

2. Plan breakout

2.1 Plan and complete breakout operations in line with environmental conditions and workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures.

2.2 Identify audible or visual signal system to be used.

2.3 Assess site, rigged cable system and landing for slope, haul line, backline, lift capacity and landing chute.

2.4 Identify obstacles to extraction operations and develop avoidance plan.

2.5 Identify logs to be recovered with current and future haul lines.

2.6 Assess information to plan extraction pattern for typical number and size of logs to be hauled.

2.7 Plan line shifts during hauling; establish and prepare future rigging points and rigging.

3. Direct hook up of logs

3.1 Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation.

3.2 Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice.

3.3 Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction.

3.4 Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes.

3.5 Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur.

3.6 Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator.

3.7 Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures.

4. Assist with line shifts

4.1 Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation.

4.2 Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice.

4.3 Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction.

4.4 Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes.

4.5 Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur.

4.6 Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator.

4.7 Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures.

Not Applicable

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

safely and efficiently monitor log recovery

perform rigging slinger operations to recover felled logs in line with a work order and within prescribed organisational tolerances

plan the breakout process in line with site conditions

monitor log recovery using one or more of the following cable systems

high lead (no skyline)

standing skyline

running skyline

assist in shifting lines in line with the hook tender's instructions.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

content and application of applicable state or territory code of practice relevant to log recovery activities

key features of these varying environmental conditions and effects on log recovery:

fallen trees

general forest lean

ground growth

ground hazards and obstacles

ground slope

density of trees

wet and adverse weather conditions

wind speed and direction

environmental protection practices for forest and forest farm settings:

safe disposal of waste material

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

characteristics of trees

industry standard lengths for logs

techniques used by rigging slingers in the log recovery process:

log extraction methods

cable logging techniques

rigging techniques

key features of these varying signal systems used for log recovery activities:

talk-e-tooter signals

two-way radio

visual signals

whistle signals

typical industry chain of command for communication of information and instruction

purpose, features and operation of cable logging system components:

rigging components

cable systems:

high lead (no skyline)

standing skyline

running skyline

organisational procedures specific to log recovery activities:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on use of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting breakout process and equipment faults.

The following resources must be made available:

organizational policies and procedures relevant to monitoring log recovery

cable systems

yarder and anchors

rigging equipment for log recovery

signal system equipment

personal protective equipment suitable for log recovery activities

work plan for log recovery activities with specific instructions for the work site

applicable state or territory code of practice

template reports for recording breakout process and equipment faults

a team of choker setters and yarder operators with whom the individual can interact.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review work plan and check where required with appropriate personnel. 
Identify type and quantity of logs to be extracted and assess for safety and environmental protection practices. 
Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Plan cable operation activities in line with work order. 
Plan and complete breakout operations in line with environmental conditions and workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures. 
Identify audible or visual signal system to be used. 
Assess site, rigged cable system and landing for slope, haul line, backline, lift capacity and landing chute. 
Identify obstacles to extraction operations and develop avoidance plan. 
Identify logs to be recovered with current and future haul lines. 
Assess information to plan extraction pattern for typical number and size of logs to be hauled. 
Plan line shifts during hauling; establish and prepare future rigging points and rigging. 
Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation. 
Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice. 
Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction. 
Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes. 
Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur. 
Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator. 
Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures. 
Select specific logs for next turn prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation. 
Assess stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with code of practice. 
Direct choker setters to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction. 
Give haul signals, in line with code of practice, when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes. 
Monitor log movement and stop for corrective action when difficulties occur. 
Maintain control of movement using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of yarder operator. 
Record and report breakout process and equipment faults in line with site procedures. 

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