applying appropriate mathematical procedures to estimate loads applying best mobile practice including: carrying container at manufacturer recommended height gently accelerating and braking (to minimise container swing) minimum boom length minimum speed not driving across inclines or slopes applying pre-start operational checks in accordance with manufacturer instructions, Australian Standards and industry guidelines including: checking all operational functions external visual check including evidence of damage, leaks, electrical, wheels and tyres, boom and spreader interpreting load chart/range diagram making sure logbook, operators manual are available checking safety devices/alarms are fitted where appropriate applying post-operational checks after shut down to ensure reach stacker is safe for the next operator including checking: all systems are shut down equipment is parked to avoid hazards for hydraulic or brake fluid leaks for structural damage assessing ground conditions to confirm site is suitable (firm, level and safe) to operate reach stacker communicating with other workplace personnel, through: appropriate worksite protocols listening making and interpreting hand signals questioning to confirm understanding signage two way radios verbal and non-verbal language written instructions complying with organisational and site policies and procedures complying with WHS/OHS licensing legislation eliminating or reducing risk to personnel and property through the application of control measures including: adequate illumination disconnected power insulated electric lines moving obstructions pedestrian controls personal protective equipment safety tags on electrical switches/isolators using safety observer inside exclusion zone traffic barricades and traffic controls trench covers ensuring appropriate path is in accordance with traffic management plan and is: clear of obstacles clear of personnel free of ramps or inclines identifying hazards, assessing risk and implementing hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to positioning and safely operating reach stacker interpreting information (such as procedures) relating to conducting reach stacker operations accurately operating a reach stacker greater than 3 tonnes capacity that incorporates an attachment for lifting, moving and travelling with a shipping container, including all functions to their maximum extension and safe working rated capacity while applying relevant reach stacker movements: articulating booming up and down equalising spreader extending/retracting spreader rotating spreader telescoping in and out using and interpreting manufacturer standards and data, including range diagram/load charts to enable reach stacker to be configured to mobile, stack and unstack containers using communications signals including: luff boom down – hand luff boom down – whistle and/or two-way radio luff boom up – hand luff boom up – whistle and/two-way radio stop –hand stop – whistle and/or two-way radio telescope out – hand telescope out – whistle and/or two-way radio telescope in – hand telescope in – whistle and/or two-way radio reading and comprehending manufacturer specifications, instructions, procedures and safety signs recording and maintaining accurate information relating to reach stacker operations shutting down a reach stacker, greater than 3 tonnes capacity in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures including: idling engine to stabilise temperature parking in a safe location using correct parking procedures retracting boom retracting spreader repositioning cabin retracting stabilisers turning off engine stabilising reach stacker by: applying computer stability reading as a percentage deploying stabilisers test-lifting container prior to commencing operations, just clear of lifting plane to allow for checks to ensure: all reach stacker hydraulic controls and brake systems are functioning properly (no boom creep etc.) boom length and height are displayed correctly computer/weight scale is working correctly computer correctly displays stability percentage of reach stacker verifying problems and equipment faults, and applying appropriate response procedures to unplanned and/or unsafe situations including: environmental conditions (wind, lightning, storms) failure/loss of control (brakes and steering) failure of equipment (hydraulic system, computer) rail/road moving unannounced while loading/discharging. |