Assessor Resource

TLILIC608A
Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity)

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit requires the operator to plan the work, conduct routine checks, set up crane, transfer loads, mobile loads, and shut down and secure the crane.

This unit is based on the requirements of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.

This unit in its current form meets state and territory licensing requirements. Any alteration will result in a unit which is not acceptable to regulators for the purpose of licensing.

This unit specifies the outcomes required to operate a mobile crane of greater than 3 tonnes capacity that incorporates a boom or jib which includes articulated type mobile cranes and locomotive cranes, but does not include vehicle tow trucks, for licensing purposes.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


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, , the range statement and the assessment guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Successful assessment of this unit meets the competency requirement of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.

State/territory OH&S regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment for this unit which have been endorsed by the national body responsible for OH&S matters.

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

Compliance with OH&S licensing legislation.

Communicate and work safely with others in the work area.

Risk assessment and management procedures (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping, other vehicles and personnel).

Operation of a non-slewing mobile crane including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity of non-slewing mobile cranes (over 3t capacity) in conjunction with other associated personnel.

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of the safe and effective application of knowledge and skill to workplace tasks (performance) must be undertaken using the endorsed Assessment Instrument.

Assessment of performance must be undertaken either in the workplace or in a realistically simulated workplace setting.

Assessors must ensure that the assessment in the workplace is organised to ensure that all the required equipment and materials and a suitable working area is made available to suit the assessment and the workplace.

Assessment must occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant appropriate standard requirements.

Applicants must have access to:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment

appropriate non-slewing crane (greater than 3 tonnes) and associated equipment in safe condition

suitable loads as specified by endorsed assessment instrument

communication equipment (e.g. two-way radios, whistles, etc.)

other associated personnel to sling and direct the loads.

Method of assessment

Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instruments. These Instruments provide advice on their application.

The use of 'simulators' in the assessment of this unit of competency is not acceptable.

Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Guidance information for assessment

Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from state/territory OH&S regulators.


Submission Requirements

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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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

Accurately record and maintain information relating to crane operations

Use communication techniques in the workplace including whistles, hand signals and use of two-way radios

Use communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel

Assessment of ground conditions to confirm that the site is suitable (e.g. firm, level and safe) to operate crane

Operate crane including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity in conjunction with other associated personnel

Mobile loads using best mobile practice

Apply risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the crane (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping and demolition sites)

Use and interpret crane manufacturer's specifications and data, including load charts to enable the crane to be configured for the load

Verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge:

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement of loads

Commonwealth, state or territory OH&S legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class

Ability to read and comprehend manufacturer's instructions, procedures and safety signs

Understanding of crane characteristics and capabilities (including use of load charts) to allow the configuration of the crane to suit the range of loads

Understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

Organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting operations for the crane class

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Typical routine problems encountered in the operation of the crane and equipment and adjustments required for correction

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.

Hazards

May include but not limited to:

ground stability (e.g. ground condition, recently filled trenches, slopes)

overhead hazards (e.g. powerlines, service pipes)

insufficient lighting

traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, other plant)

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)

other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials)

Hazard control measures

Refers to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls

It includes the application of the hierarchy of control, the six-step preference of control measures to manage and control risk:

1 elimination
2 substitution
3 isolation
4 engineering control measures
5 using safe work practices
6 personal protective equipment

Appropriate standards

May include but not limited to:

codes of practice

legislation

Australian standards

manufacturer's specifications

industry standards (where applicable)

Associated personnel

May include but not limited to:

doggers

riggers

Appropriate

May include but not limited to:

crane capabilities

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)

Crane

May include:

a crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) which meets the requirements of AS1418

articulated type mobile cranes

locomotive cranes

Does not include vehicle tow truck operations

Communication method

May include but not limited to:

verbal and non-verbal language

written instructions

signage

hand signals

listening

questioning to confirm understanding

appropriate worksite protocol

Signage and labels

May include but not limited to:

crane data plates/labels

load charts

crane decals

control labels

Procedures

May include but not limited to:

manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications, operators manual or checklists)

industry operating procedures

workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists)

Controls

May include but not limited to:

luffing levers

hoisting and lowering levers

slewing levers including brake

boom extension levers (where fitted)

Service logbook

May include but not limited to:

any logbook

service book

history record system where the service and maintenance history is kept

Crane safety devices

May include but not limited to:

horns/sirens

audible and visual reversing devices

operator restraint devices

lights

Communication equipment

May include but not limited to:

fixed channel two-way radios

whistles

bells

buzzers

NB: where radio communication equipment is used the transmitting frequencies of the equipment must be selected to prevent interference to or from other radio equipment being used in the vicinity of the crane

Ground suitability

May include but not limited to:

rough uneven ground

backfilled ground

soft soils

hard compacted soil

rock

bitumen

concrete

Stability

May include but not limited to:

deploying outriggers

establishing correct size plates or packing

correctly positioning plates or packing

Crane configuration

May include but not be limited to:

boom/jib

fly-jib

counterweights

Hazard prevention/control measures

May include but not limited to:

safety tags on electrical switches/isolators

insulated powerlines

safety observer used inside exclusion zone

disconnected power

traffic barricades and control/s

pedestrian controls

trench covers

movement of obstructions

personal protective equipment

adequate illumination

Test lift

The load is lifted just clear of the lifting plane to allow for checks to be safely made in consultation with associated personnel to ensure that:

near capacity loads do not overload the crane

loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung

load measuring equipment can be used to verify the calculated weight of the load

all crane equipment is functioning properly

adjustments to the slinging can be made in a safe manner

Relevant crane movements

May include but not limited to:

telescope in and out

boom/jib up and down

articulating (as applicable)

raise and lower hoist (as applicable)

Communication signals

May include but not limited to:

stop - hand

stop - whistle

hoist up - hand

hoist up - whistle

hoist down - hand

hoist down - whistle

luff boom down - hand

luff boom down - whistle

luff boom up - hand

luff boom up - whistle

telescope out - hand

telescope out - whistle

telescope in - hand

telescope in - whistle

slew/articulate right - hand

slew/articulate right - whistle

slew/articulate left - hand

slew/articulate left - whistle

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations

May include but not limited to:

failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering)

failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system)

environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)

Planned route

May include but not limited to:

unusual or difficult terrains

obstacles or obstruction

Best mobile practice

May include but not limited to:

minimum speed

gentle acceleration and braking (to minimise load swing)

minimum boom/jib length

carrying the load near to the ground surface

use of handheld taglines

Shut down

May include but not limited to:

retracting boom/jib/fly (where applicable)

retracting hoist rope and hook block

idling engine to stabilise temperature

retracting outriggers/stabilisers (where applicable)

turning off engine

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Potential workplace hazards are identified 
Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment 
The weight of the load is identified and estimated in consultation with associated personnel 
Crane is appropriate to the load/s and workplace conditions 
The appropriate path for the movement of loads in the work area is inspected and determined 
Appropriate communication methods are identified with associated personnel 
Crane is visually checked for any damage or defects 
Crane is accessed in a safe manner 
All signage and labels are visible and legible according to the appropriate standard 
Routine pre-operational crane checks are carried out according to procedures 
All controls are located and identified 
Crane service logbook is checked for compliance 
Crane is started according to procedures and checked for any abnormal noises 
All crane safety devices are tested according to procedures 
Pos-start operational checks are carried out according to procedures 
All communication equipment is checked for serviceability 
All damage and defects are reported and recorded according to procedures, and appropriate action is taken 
Ground suitability is checked 
Crane is driven to the work area according to procedures 
Crane is positioned for work application and stability according to procedures 
Appropriate crane configuration for work task is determined according to procedures (where applicable) 
Boom/jib and counterweight configuration data is input into the crane computer (where applicable) 
Appropriate hazard prevention/control measures are applied to the work area according to procedures 
All communications equipment is tested for functionality 
Lifts are determined within the capacity of the crane 
Boom/jib and hoist block is positioned over load following directions from associated personnel 
Test lift is carried out according to procedures 
Loads are transferred using all relevant crane movements according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
All required communication signals are correctly interpreted according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
Crane is operated according to procedures 
Load movement is monitored constantly ensuring safety to personnel and load, and crane stability 
Unplanned and/or unsafe situations are responded to in line with procedures 
Suitability of planned route is checked for the crane according to procedures 
Crane is configured to mobile load according to procedures 
Load is moved using best mobile practice according to the appropriate standard 
Crane boom/jib and equipment is stowed and secured, where appropriate, according to procedures and the appropriate standard 
Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied (where applicable) 
Outriggers/stabilisers are stowed and secured according to procedures (where applicable) 
Crane is shut down according to procedures 
Routine post-operational crane checks are carried out according to procedures 
Plates or packing are stowed and secured (where applicable) 
All damage and defects are recorded and reported according to procedures, and appropriate action is taken 

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