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.
1. Plan and prepare for lifting operations | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply load handling documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements before proceeding 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Develop a preliminary lifting plan considering essential information 1.6 Check/confirm job feasibility and schedule with the load designer and other relevant persons 1.7 Finalise and confirm lifting plan, including the scheduling of required resources |
2. Prepare for lifting | 2.1 Identify, select, inspect, assemble and certify lifting equipment, materials and tools required for the planned lift 2.2 Label unserviceable equipment, materials and tools |
3. Move loads | 3.1 Deduce and confirm appropriate safe working loads and centre of gravity using load charts and sling tags/charts prior to load moving 3.2 Direct the movement of the load using standard signals for load moving 3.3 Perform load moving in accordance with the plan 3.4 Perform work safely 3.5 Connect lifting gear to load 3.6 Connect load to movement device using appropriate and certified equipment 3.7 Ensure stability of the load by application of load movement procedure, temporary bracing and/or load support 3.8 Follow appropriate specifications during the placement and securing of the load |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of lifting operations including:
planning and preparing for lifting and moving loads
works effectively with others to undertake and complete lifting operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:
confirming job feasibility and schedule with lift designer and other relevant person/s
directing the movement of the load using standard signals for load moving
demonstrates completion of conducting lifting operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
checking and confirming job feasibility and schedule
developing a preliminary lift plan which must identify:
confirmed details of lifting and slinging requirements
confirmed dimensions
site access and egress
suitability and availability of materials
tools and equipment
identification of potential hazards
probable control measures
identification of site coordination requirements
scheduling resources required for the planned lift
identifying, selecting, inspecting, assembling and certifying lifting equipment, materials and tools required for the planned lift
performing load moving in accordance with the lift plan
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting lifting operations:
identifying appropriate approved scheme of training
identifying and complying with site and equipment safety requirements
determining and complying with equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
identifying and complying with operational and maintenance procedures
identifying, using and interpreting hand signals
identifying and reporting potential hazards
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment;
where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level