Assessor Resource

PMC562070B
Move materials

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency is typically performed by an experienced operator working either independently or as part of a work team.

It will be necessary to have the licence required by government regulation where the type of load shifting equipment is regulated.

This unit has the prerequisite competency of any licence required by government regulation.

This unit includes:

planning the correct method to move the goods

safely securing the materials/goods to be shifted

ensuring that the movement pathway is clear of obstacles and personnel

moving the goods safely without damage to the goods, personnel or equipment.

This unit does NOT apply to the operation of a forklift truck - see TLID107C Operate a forklift, nor does it apply to the use of cranes and gantries - see MSAPMSUP205A Transfer loads.

This unit of competency covers the movement of materials around sites using front end loaders, hoists and other load shifting equipment. Licensing or certification may be required by local Worksafe or other regulatory authorities.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.

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

It is essential that the equipment and process material needs be understood and that the importance of critical material properties is known. Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise and analyse potential situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action.

Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:

all pre-start checks are completed

appropriate paths for movement of vehicles/equipment are used

all actions are performed safely

problems are identified and appropriate action is taken (the problem is fixed or reported)

the correct material is delivered to the correct place in the correct amounts and at the correct time.

Competence must be demonstrated in the operation of all ancillary equipment to the level required for this unit of competency.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.

Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.

Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.

Method of assessment

Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Required skills include:

recognising potential problems and to take actions appropriate for those problems

implementing regulatory and vehicle requirements, the enterprise's standard and safe operating procedures and work instructions and relevant regulatory requirements, within appropriate time constraints and in a manner relevant to the operation of the equipment

reading and numeracy to interpret workplace documents and technical information

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

the determination of mass/weight of loads

stacking and/or storing practices

observation of all state and regulatory requirements

safe and efficient transfer of loads

distinguishing between:

types of materials being moved

locations and destinations of materials moved

causes of defects and faults

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.

Procedures

All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions

Variations

This unit may vary between enterprises depending upon:

type of equipment used such as:

scrapers and tractors

cleaning equipment and sweepers

front end loaders

hoists

pallet shifters

specialised loading equipment

type of materials moved

Typical problems

Typical problems may include:

equipment malfunctions

determining safe routes

scheduling of movements to suit production requirements

differing load shifting requirements

changing priorities over the shift

Paperwork

Paperwork may include:

electronic versions of instructions

records

Occupational health and safety (OHS)

All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence

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
Perform pre-start checks of all plant/equipment in strict accordance with manufacturer's and enterprise requirements 
Inspect, activate and check for safe operation all plant/ equipment attachments consistent with standard operating procedures 
Inspect work areas to identify hazards and implement the appropriate prevention/control measures 
Take appropriate precautions to safeguard all site/non-site personnel 
Erect signs and barricades, appropriate to the task, to conform with enterprise safety requirements 
Select for the specific task appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Inspect work area to determine appropriate path for the movement of vehicular traffic 
Ensure work permits are issued and received by authorised personnel as/when required in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Confirm job requirements and expectations with relevant personnel 
Clarify non-standard requirements 
Accurately identify materials to be moved 
Identify and clarify material movements required 
Accurately assess weight of load by specified methods to ensure compliance with equipment load plate specifications 
Use the appropriate process/equipment to shift loads 
Observe all regulatory (state governing body) requirements regarding shifting loads 
Smoothly and consistently move controls and vehicle/equipment within safe operating practices/limits 
Use standard communication signals to coordinate safe movement of load 
Stack loads to enterprise specific requirements, ensuring the stability of the stack without creating a hazard to personnel and equipment 
Use appropriate equipment attachments to perform tasks according to standard enterprise procedures 
Effectively perform emergency evasive action should the need arise 
Close down plant/equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Park/store and secure plant/equipment to conform with enterprise specific requirements 
Perform post-operational checks in strict accordance with manufacturer's requirements and standard operating procedures 
Clean down plant/equipment and dispose of waste following established procedures 
Complete all record keeping/logs/paperwork as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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