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MEM11025A
Operate a non-slewing mobile crane of greater than three tonnes capacity

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Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to the operation of non-slewing mobile cranes of over three tonnes capacity in a manufacturing environment. The cranes are often referred to as yard cranes and require the crane to be moved for positioning in lifting and lowering loads. The unit can also be used to cover the operation of a non-slewing crane mounted on a self-propelled or locomotive drawn rail vehicle inside a large manufacturing enterprise.

The unit requires the operator to plan the work, conduct routine checks, set up the crane and coordinate with other employees (including truck drivers, production staff and stores staff) transfer loads, and shut down and secure the crane.

This unit is not recognised by regulators for licensing requirements. In order to satisfy licensing requirements, the imported unit TLILIC3006A Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than three tonnes capacity) will be required.

Band A

Unit Weight 4

This unit of competency applies to the operation of non-slewing mobile cranes of greater than three tonnes capacity that incorporate a boom or jib. The mobile cranes may be articulated or non-articulated truck or locomotive cranes.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills



Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to operate a non-slewing mobile crane of greater than three tonnes capacity to industry and enterprise standards, manufacturer specifications, and in accordance with safety regulations and procedures.

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

communicate and work safely with others in the work area

apply risk assessment and management procedures (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping, other vehicles and personnel)

operate a non-slewing mobile crane, including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity of non-slewing mobile cranes (over three tonnes capacity), in conjunction with other associated personnel

use appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads

conduct lifts and transfers to designated locations and via appropriate paths.

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 setting.

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 for the purpose of the Performance Assessment

appropriate non-slewing crane (greater than three tonnes) and associated equipment in safe condition

suitable loads as specified by endorsed Assessment Instrument

communication equipment (e.g. two-way radios and whistles)

other associated personnel to sling and direct the loads.

Method of assessment

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 circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required knowledge includes:

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement of loads

federal, state or territory occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class

crane characteristics and capabilities, including use of load charts, to allow the configuration of the crane to suit the range of loads

the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

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

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

typical routine problems encountered in the operation of the crane and equipment and adjustments required for correction

Required skills include:

accurately recording and maintaining information relating to crane operations

using communication techniques in the workplace, including whistles, hand signals and two-way radios

using interpersonal communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel

assessing ground conditions to confirm that the site is suitable (e.g. firm, level and safe) to operate crane

liaising with others to ensure crane working combines efficiently with other enterprise operations (e.g. production, receiving or despatch activities)

operating crane, including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity, in conjunction with other associated personnel

undertaking mobile load transfers where load is lifted and transferred to a different location by the crane

applying risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the crane, in particular, awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping and demolition sites

using and interpreting crane manufacturer specifications and data, including load charts, to enable the crane to be configured for the load

verifying problems and equipment faults and demonstrating appropriate response procedures

reading and comprehending manufacturer instructions, procedures and safety signs

Hazards

Hazards may include, but are not limited to:

ground stability (e.g. ground condition, recently filled trenches and slopes)

overhead hazards (e.g. powerlines and service pipes)

insufficient lighting

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

fixed equipment, including machinery, tanks and conveyors

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning and storms)

other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials)

Hazard control measures

Hazard control measures refer to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls.

It includes the 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 path

An appropriate path is one which:

maximises safety and stability during lifting and transferring, including mobile operation of the crane and depositing of the load

minimises disruption to other operations in the enterprise

without compromising safety, stability and avoidance of disruption, is the most efficient route for the transfer of the load

Appropriate standards

Appropriate standards may include, but are not limited to:

codes of practice

legislation

Australian standards

manufacturer specifications

enterprise and industry standards, where applicable

Associated personnel

Associated personnel may include, but are not limited to:

doggers

riggers

forklift and truck drivers

production and trades employees

Environmental conditions

Environmental conditions may include, but are not limited to:

wind

lightning

storms

poor light

Crane

Crane may include:

a crane (greater than three tonnes capacity) which meets the requirements of AS 1418 Set-2009 Cranes, hoists and winches Set

articulated type mobile cranes

locomotive hauled and self-propelled rail cranes

Communication methods

Communication methods may include, but are not limited to:

verbal and non-verbal language

written instructions

signage

hand signals

listening

questioning to confirm understanding

appropriate worksite protocol

Signage and labels

Signage and labels may include, but are not limited to:

crane data plates/labels

load charts

crane decals

control labels

Procedures

Procedures may include, but are not limited to:

manufacturer guidelines (instructions, specifications, operators manual or checklists)

industry operating procedures

workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures and checklists)

Controls

Controls may include, but are not limited to:

luffing levers

hoisting and lowering levers

slewing levers, including brake

boom extension levers (where fitted)

Service logbook

Service logbook may include, but is not limited to:

any logbook

service book

history record system where the service and maintenance history is kept

Crane safety devices

Crane safety devices may include, but are not limited to:

horns/sirens

audible and visual reversing devices

operator restraint devices

lights

Communication equipment

Communication equipment may include, but is not limited to:

fixed channel two-way radios

whistles

bells

buzzers

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 crane

Ground suitability

Ground suitability may include, but is not limited to:

rough, uneven ground

backfilled ground

soft soils

hard, compacted soil

rock

bitumen

concrete

Stability

Stability may include, but is not limited to:

deploying outriggers

establishing correct size plates or packing

correctly positioning plates or packing

Crane configuration

Crane configuration includes set up of crane for:

lift and lowering of loads where crane is not required to move (e.g. where a load is lifted of a truck and the truck then moves away to allow load to be lowered)

mobile load transfer where load is lifted and transferred to a different location by the crane

The configuration may include, but is not limited to:

boom/jib

fly-jib

counterweights

Hazard prevention/control measures

Hazard prevention/control measures may include, but are not limited to:

safety tags on electrical switches/isolators

insulated power lines

safety observer used inside exclusion zone

disconnected power

traffic barricades and controls

pedestrian controls

trench covers

movement of obstructions

personal protective equipment

adequate illumination

Test lift

Test list means the load is lifted just clear of the lifting plane to allow for checks to be safely made in consultation with associated personnel to ensure that:

near capacity loads do not overload the crane

loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung

load measuring equipment can be used to verify the calculated weight of the load

all crane equipment is functioning properly

adjustments to the slinging can be made in a safe manner

Relevant crane movements

Relevant crane movements may include, but are not limited to:

telescope in and out

boom/jib up and down

articulating (as applicable)

raise and lower hoist (as applicable)

Communication signals

Communication signals may include, but are not limited to:

stop - hand

stop - whistle

hoist up - hand

hoist up - whistle

hoist down - hand

hoist down - whistle

luff boom down - hand

luff boom down - whistle

luff boom up - hand

luff boom up - whistle

telescope out - hand

telescope out - whistle

telescope in - hand

telescope in - whistle

slew/articulate right - hand

slew/articulate right - whistle

slew/articulate left - hand

slew/articulate left - whistle

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations

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

failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering)

failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system)

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning and storms)

Planned route

Planned route may include, but is not limited to:

unusual or difficult terrains

obstacles or obstruction

Best mobile practice

Best mobile practice may include, but is not limited to:

minimum speed

gentle acceleration and braking (to minimise load swing)

minimum boom/jib length

carrying the load near to the ground surface

use of handheld taglines

Shutdown

Shutdown may include, but is not limited to:

retracting boom/jib/fly, where applicable

retracting hoist rope and hook block

idling engine to stabilise temperature

retracting outriggers/stabilisers, where applicable

turning off engine

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Potential workplace hazards are identified 
Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment 
Requirement for load lifting and/or transfer is obtained according to procedures 
The weight of the load is identified and estimated in consultation with associated personnel 
Crane is assessed as appropriate to the load and workplace conditions 
An appropriate path for the movement of loads in the work area is inspected and determined 
Appropriate communication methods are identified with associated personnel 
Crane is visually checked for any damage or defects 
Crane is accessed in a safe manner 
All signage and labels are visible and legible according to the appropriate standard 
Routine pre-operational crane checks are carried out according to procedures 
All controls are located and identified 
Crane service logbook is checked for compliance 
Crane is started according to procedures and checked for any abnormal noises 
All crane safety devices are tested according to procedures 
Post-start operational checks are carried out according to procedures 
All communication equipment is checked for serviceability 
All damage and defects are reported and recorded according to procedures, and appropriate action is taken 
Ground suitability is checked 
Crane is driven to the work area according to procedures 
Crane is positioned for work application and stability according to procedures 
Appropriate crane configuration for work task is determined according to procedures 
Boom or jib and counterweight configuration data is input into the crane computer, where applicable 
Appropriate hazard prevention or control measures are applied to the work area according to procedures 
All communications equipment is tested for functionality 
Lifts are determined within the capacity of the crane and environmental conditions 
Boom or jib and hoist block is positioned over load following directions from associated personnel 
Test lift is carried out according to procedures 
Loads are lifted and where required transferred or mobiled using all relevant crane movements according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
Appropriate path is followed where load is transferred or mobiled 
All required communication signals are correctly interpreted according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
Load movement is monitored constantly ensuring safety to personnel and stability of load and crane 
Unplanned and unsafe situations are responded to in line with procedures 
Crane boom or jib and associated equipment is stowed and secured according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied, where applicable 
Outriggers/stabilisers are stowed and secured according to procedures, where applicable 
Crane is shut down according to procedures 
Routine post-operational crane checks are carried out according to procedures 
Plates or packing are stowed and secured, where applicable 
All damage and defects are recorded and reported according to procedures, and appropriate action is taken 

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