Range of Variables The Range of Variables explains the contexts within which the performance and knowledge requirements of this standard may be assessed. The scope of variables chosen in training and assessment requirements may depend on the work situations available |
What work procedures are appropriate for this standard? | These may include supervisors instructions and orders, communication arrangements, climbing plans and specifications, location and site plans, manufacturers guidelines, work schedules, emergency rescue procedures, enterprise standard operating procedures (SOPs), and OHS procedures. |
What hazards may be identified in the work area? | Hazards may include solar radiation, dust, noise, faulty tools and equipment, sharp tools, power lines, tangled ropes, insecure harnesses, poor attachment/anchor point, inadequate or incorrect use of personal protective clothing, and team members inadequately trained for the climbing task and in emergency rescue procedures. |
What toolsand equipment may be used in climbing operations? | These may include ropes, work position harness, pulleys, cambium/rope saver, ascenders and descenders, throw line and bag, pole belt, wire core flip line, rope lanyard, ladders, carabines. |
What industry recognised knots may be applicable to this standard? | Knots may include but are not limited to bowline, bowline on a bight, tautline, prussik, figure 8, clove hitch and half hitch. |
What constitutes low hazard climbing conditions? | Low hazard climbing conditions are those situations where trees are NOT prone to branch failure, are healthy, free from decay, disease and pests, and are free from embedded objects such as wire, nails or spikes. |
What PPE and safety equipment may be used to climb small trees? | Equipment may include boots, overalls, gloves, helmets, work position harness, chainsaw trousers or chaps, sun hats and sunscreen lotion. |
What standard industry methods are used when climbing? | Standard industry methods may include setting a ladder, body thrust and footlock, and climbing spike. |
What enterprise OHS requirements may be relevant to this standard? | OHS requirements may include safe operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment, safe systems for working at heights in trees, safe procedures for working outdoors, appropriate use of personal protective clothing and equipment, correct manual handling techniques, procedures for calling emergency services and identifying and reporting problems to the supervisor. |
For more information on contexts, environment and variables for training and assessment, refer to the Sector Booklet. |
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