RIIMPO321D - Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
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RIIMPO321D Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: June 2024
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations in Civil construction.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
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Evidence Required
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1. Plan and prepare for wheeled front end loader operations
1.1 Access, interpret and apply wheeled front end loader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.5 Obtain, identify and implement traffic management signage requirements
1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate front end loader
2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
2.3 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
2.4 Drive and operate front end loader, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
2.5 Complete work plan within the operating capacity of the equipment
2.6 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
3. Attach, secure, lift, carry and place materials
3.1 Conduct communication practices associated with transportation and lifting of materials
3.2 Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
3.3 Select, attach and use slings and lifting gear in accordance with safe working load requirements
3.4 Position machinery to ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials according to job specifications
3.5 Shift load safely and effectively
3.6 Move load using hand/audible/communication signals
4. Select, remove and fit attachments
4.1 Select attachment for the task
4.2 Remove and fit attachment
4.3 Test attachment and ensure correct fitting and operation
4.4 Use attachment in accordance with recommendations and design limits
4.5 Clean and store removed attachments in designated location
5. Relocate the front end loader
5.1 Prepare front end loader for relocation
5.2 Move front end loader safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
5.3 Load and unload machine from float/trailer
6. Carry out machine operator maintenance
6.1 Prepare machine for maintenance
6.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
6.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
6.4 Process written maintenance records
7. Conduct housekeeping activities
7.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
7.2 Process records
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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1. Plan and prepare for wheeled front end loader operations
1.1 Access, interpret and apply wheeled front end loader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.5 Obtain, identify and implement traffic management signage requirements
1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate front end loader
2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
2.3 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
2.4 Drive and operate front end loader, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
2.5 Complete work plan within the operating capacity of the equipment
2.6 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
3. Attach, secure, lift, carry and place materials
3.1 Conduct communication practices associated with transportation and lifting of materials
3.2 Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
3.3 Select, attach and use slings and lifting gear in accordance with safe working load requirements
3.4 Position machinery to ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials according to job specifications
3.5 Shift load safely and effectively
3.6 Move load using hand/audible/communication signals
4. Select, remove and fit attachments
4.1 Select attachment for the task
4.2 Remove and fit attachment
4.3 Test attachment and ensure correct fitting and operation
4.4 Use attachment in accordance with recommendations and design limits
4.5 Clean and store removed attachments in designated location
5. Relocate the front end loader
5.1 Prepare front end loader for relocation
5.2 Move front end loader safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
5.3 Load and unload machine from float/trailer
6. Carry out machine operator maintenance
6.1 Prepare machine for maintenance
6.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
6.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
6.4 Process written maintenance records
7. Conduct housekeeping activities
7.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
7.2 Process records
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Observation Checklist
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Access, interpret and apply wheeled front end loader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
Obtain, identify and implement traffic management signage requirements
Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
Carry out pre-start, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
Drive and operate front end loader, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
Complete work plan within the operating capacity of the equipment
Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
Conduct communication practices associated with transportation and lifting of materials
Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
Select, attach and use slings and lifting gear in accordance with safe working load requirements
Position machinery to ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials according to job specifications
Shift load safely and effectively
Move load using hand/audible/communication signals
Select attachment for the task
Remove and fit attachment
Test attachment and ensure correct fitting and operation
Use attachment in accordance with recommendations and design limits
Clean and store removed attachments in designated location
Prepare front end loader for relocation
Move front end loader safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
Load and unload machine from float/trailer
Prepare machine for maintenance
Conduct inspection and fault finding
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
Process written maintenance records
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
Process records
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