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Evidence Required

Competency is to be demonstrated by the safe and effective operation using any of the EWPs listed within the range of variables statement relative to the work orientation

Critical Aspects and Evidence

It is essential that competence is observed in the following aspects

demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations applicable to work place operations

show compliance with organisational policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

correct procedures carried out prior to during and after the use of Elevating Work Platform

demonstrate safe and effective operational use of plant tools and equipment

demonstrate safe and effective work application while in set elevated position

interactive communication with other to ensure safe and effective workplace operations

Prerequisite Relationship of Units

Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently with other units relevant to the work orientation based upon integrated project work

Prerequisites for this unit are

BCGA Carry out OHampS requirements

BCG1001A Carry out OH&S requirements

BCGA Use hand and power tools

BCG1005A Use hand and power tools

BCGA Use small plant and equipment

BCG1006A Use small plant and equipment

Underpinning Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

A knowledge of

workplace and equipment safety requirements relative to EWPs

a range of EWPs

operation and maintenance of equipment

use of hand and power tools

drawings and specifications

communication processes verbal and signalling

materials and material fixing

Skills

The ability to

work safely to instructions

interpret drawings and specifications

use hand tools

use plant and equipment

fix materials

communicate effectively

Resource Implications

The following resources should be made available

appropriate Elevating Work Platform

plant and equipment appropriate to the EWP

hand tools and materials appropriate to the work application from the EWP

suitable work area appropriate to the operation of EWP

appropriate operation and manufacturer s specification manual

Method of Assessment

Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken under direct supervision with regular checks but may take the form of some autonomy when working as part of a team

Assessment should be by direct observation of application to tasks and questioning related to underpinning knowledge

Assessment may be by intermittent checking at the various stages of the job application in accordance with the performance criteria or may be at the completion of each process

Context of Assessment

Competency shall be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment and in accordance with work practices and safety procedures

Competency is to be demonstrated by the safe and effective operation using any of the EWPs listed within the range of variables statement relative to the work orientation

Critical Aspects and Evidence

It is essential that competence is observed in the following aspects

demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations applicable to work place operations

show compliance with organisational policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

correct procedures carried out prior to during and after the use of Elevating Work Platform

demonstrate safe and effective operational use of plant tools and equipment

demonstrate safe and effective work application while in set elevated position

interactive communication with other to ensure safe and effective workplace operations

Prerequisite Relationship of Units

Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently with other units relevant to the work orientation based upon integrated project work

Prerequisites for this unit are

BCGA Carry out OHampS requirements

BCG1001A Carry out OH&S requirements

BCGA Use hand and power tools

BCG1005A Use hand and power tools

BCGA Use small plant and equipment

BCG1006A Use small plant and equipment

Underpinning Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

A knowledge of

workplace and equipment safety requirements relative to EWPs

a range of EWPs

operation and maintenance of equipment

use of hand and power tools

drawings and specifications

communication processes verbal and signalling

materials and material fixing

Skills

The ability to

work safely to instructions

interpret drawings and specifications

use hand tools

use plant and equipment

fix materials

communicate effectively

Resource Implications

The following resources should be made available

appropriate Elevating Work Platform

plant and equipment appropriate to the EWP

hand tools and materials appropriate to the work application from the EWP

suitable work area appropriate to the operation of EWP

appropriate operation and manufacturer s specification manual

Method of Assessment

Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken under direct supervision with regular checks but may take the form of some autonomy when working as part of a team

Assessment should be by direct observation of application to tasks and questioning related to underpinning knowledge

Assessment may be by intermittent checking at the various stages of the job application in accordance with the performance criteria or may be at the completion of each process

Context of Assessment

Competency shall be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment and in accordance with work practices and safety procedures

Range Statement

This unit applies to mobile hydraulic and mechanical platforms not exceeding 11 metres in lift capacity which may be operated from ground, pavement or floor surfaces.

Elevating Work Platforms include but are not limited to:

scissor type

extending arm (cherry picker)

Work applications may include but are not limited to:

painting

erecting signs

fixing steelwork

minor repair work to buildings

OH&S requirements to be in accordance with State/Territory legislation and regulations and may include:

operation of mechanical equipment

protective clothing and equipment

worksite environment and safety

handling of materials

emergency procedures

Personal Protective equipment may include:

coveralls

safety boots

hard hat/cap

gloves

safety glasses/goggles

ear plugs/muffs

dust masks/respirator

Safety hazards may include but are not limited to:

obstacles in pathway or on face of walls

limited space

other activities within vicinity

weather conditions

Work undertaken in a team situation under supervision where instructions would be part of supervisor's directions. Instructions and reporting of faults may be verbal or written.

This unit applies to mobile hydraulic and mechanical platforms not exceeding 11 metres in lift capacity which may be operated from ground, pavement or floor surfaces.

Elevating Work Platforms include but are not limited to:

scissor type

extending arm (cherry picker)

Work applications may include but are not limited to:

painting

erecting signs

fixing steelwork

minor repair work to buildings

OH&S requirements to be in accordance with State/Territory legislation and regulations and may include:

operation of mechanical equipment

protective clothing and equipment

worksite environment and safety

handling of materials

emergency procedures

Personal Protective equipment may include:

coveralls

safety boots

hard hat/cap

gloves

safety glasses/goggles

ear plugs/muffs

dust masks/respirator

Safety hazards may include but are not limited to:

obstacles in pathway or on face of walls

limited space

other activities within vicinity

weather conditions

Work undertaken in a team situation under supervision where instructions would be part of supervisor's directions. Instructions and reporting of faults may be verbal or written.