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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Inspect load shifting equipment
   • Inspection of load shifting equipment is completed according to workplace procedures
   • Load weights and volumes are identified, and confirmed by supervisor
   • Equipment faults are identified, documented and reported to appropriate personnel
2. Lift, shift and place load
   • Load characteristics and handling requirements are identified and appropriate shifting device is selected
   • Shifting route is planned and identified hazards are controlled
   • Load is placed in specified locations without causing damage to property, machinery or equipment
   • Lift, shift and placement of load are completed using approved work health and safety (WHS) methods and equipment, according to workplace procedures
3. Complete load shifting operations
   • Post-inspection of load shifting equipment is completed
   • Identified faults are tagged and reported
   • Load shifting equipment is stored and secured
   • Load shifting documentation and maintenance records are completed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Inspection must include:	hydraulic and pneumatic leaks lifting block operation of control system vehicle hazard warning light wheels and tyres wire rope, chains and lifting attachments.
Load shifting equipment must include:	overhead travelling crane pallet truck trolley jack.
Workplace procedures must include:	equipment operating instructions identifying load weights and volumes pre- and post-use inspection of equipment recording and reporting load storage location WHS requirements.

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