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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan job.
  2. Select and inspect equipment.
  3. Set up task.
  4. Erect structures and plant.
  5. Dismantle structures and plant.

Required Skills

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are

ability to calculate Safe Working Load SWL and Working Load Limit WLL

ability to erect and dismantle level plumb and stabilise associated plant and structures

ability to work safely at heights including the correct application of safety equipment

accurate interpretation of basic structural charts and structural plans site information

applying methods for making temporary connections of ropes using fibre and synthetic types

apply methods of splicing and whipping fibre and synthetic ropes

correct application and use of all rigging and associated equipment

risk assessment and hazard control strategies

interpersonal and communication skills at a level sufficient to siteworkplace requirements This includes the relevant communication methods and equipment

verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement of loads

ability to interpret manufacturers specifications for all plant and equipment use in rigging operations

knowledge of principles relating to all plant equipment and structural stability

knowledge of the types and functions of rigging safety and associated equipment including an understanding of their limitations

organisational and workplace standards requirements policies and procedures for rigging

understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

relevant Commonwealth state or territory and local government OHS legislation standards and codes of practice for undertaking rigging activities

understanding of inspection and maintenance requirements of a wide range of appropriate plant and equipment in line with Australian Standards or manufacturers specifications

estimation of ground bearing pressures of the full range of soil types and associated ground conditions for setting up plant and equipment

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge 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

StateTerritory OHS regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment endorsed by the national body responsible for OHS matters for the assessment of this unit

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to

comply with OHS licensing legislation

effectively communicate and work safely with others in the work area

effectively conduct risk assessment and management procedures

effectively complete the following tasks

inspection of all plant and equipment and

installation of a fall arrest system Static line and

use of a safety harness fall arrest system and

installation of crane loading platforms and

installation of a safety net and

installation of a shutter and safety screen and

demonstrated ability to work safely at heights and

erection of structural steel and

erection of precast panel and

set up and operation of a winch for load movement and

installation of a materials hoist or

installation of a mast climber

effectively demonstrate the following knots bends and hitches

Sheet bend

Becket hitch

Running bowline

Double bowline

effectively demonstrate the following splices and whippings

Eye splice

Back splice

Short splice

Sail makers whipping

Common whipping

West countrymans

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 National OHS 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 the requirements of any relevant Standards or operating procedures for basic rigging

Applicants must have access to

personal protective equipment PPE for the purpose of the Performance Assessment

appropriate safety equipment in safe condition

appropriate rigging equipment associated equipment associated plant in safe condition as described in the endorsed assessment instrument

communication equipment eg twoway radios where applicable

appropriate materials as required for safe erection of structures

appropriate materials for conducting fibre rope slicing whipping knots bends and hitches

Method of assessment

Assessment must be conducted using the national OHS 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 circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Guidance information for assessment

Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from stateterritory OHS regulators


Range Statement

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Hazards may include but are not limited to:

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

overhead hazards (e.g. power lines, service pipes) (NB: minimum clearance distance from powerlines or electrical equipment as determined by relevant state authority or electrical supply authority.)

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

insufficient lighting

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

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:

elimination

substitution

isolation

engineering control measures

using safe work practices

personal protective equipment.

Appropriate standards may include:

codes of practice

legislation

Australian Standards

manufacturer's specifications

industry standards (where applicable).

Site Information may include, but not limited to:

local conditions such as access and egress,

work method statements,

site specific job safety analyses and other site specific documentation as required.

task plans / Schedules and structural plans.

Forces and Loads may include, but not limited to:

dead loads

live loads

static load

dynamic loads

wind loads.

Structures may include but are not limited to:

structural steel

precast panels.

Associated plant may include but not limited to:

static lines

safety nets

hoists

mast climbers

loading platforms.

Appropriate personnel may include:

engineers

supervisors

colleagues

managers who are authorised to take responsibility for the workplace or operations.

Rigging Equipment may include but is not limited to:

scaffolds

elevated work platforms

personnel box

cantilevered crane loading platforms

mast climbers.

safety screens and shutters

cranes including but not limited to:

non-slewing cranes

mobile slewing cranes

vehicle loading cranes

tower cranes

self-erecting tower cranes

portal boom cranes

derrick cranes

bridge and gantry cranes.

Associated equipment may include but is not limited to:

all types of power and manually operated lifting gear

fibre ropes

flexible steel wire rope (FSWR)

chains

wire and synthetic slings

shackles

terminations

wedge sockets

eye bolts

beam clamps

plate clamps

rope grips

turnbuckles

rigging screws

chain blocks

lever blocks

lever-action winches

sheaves

spreader bars

lifting beams

jacks

levers

skates

wedges

rollers

girder trolley

Procedures may include but is not limited to:

manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications or checklists)

industry operating procedures, relevant codes of practice

workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists).

Safety Equipment may include but not limited to:

safety harness

energy absorber

lanyard

inertia reel

static safety lines

safety nets.

Communication Methods may include but is not limited to:

verbal and non-verbal language

written instructions

signage

hand signals

listening,

questioning to confirm understanding, and appropriate worksite protocol.

NB: Mobile phones are not to be used for signalling purposes during the rigging process.

Communication equipment may include but is not limited to:

fixed channel two-way radios

Hazard prevention/control measures may include but is not limited to:

safety tags on electrical switches/isolators

powerlines are insulated

safety observer used inside exclusion zone

power disconnected

traffic barricades and control

pedestrian barricades

trench covers

movement of obstructions

personal protective equipment

adequate illumination

safety shutters and screens.

Ground suitability may include but is not limited to:

rough uneven ground

backfilled ground

soft soils

hard compacted soil

rock

bitumen

concrete

suspended concrete floors

building roofs

landings

ground bearing pressure.

Appropriate personnel may include but not limited to

other riggers

doggers

crane operators.

Temporary connections may include but not limited to:

knots

bends

hitches

spicing

whipping.

Flexible Steel Wire Rope (FSWR) includes:

identification, uses and connections.

May include termination for:

static lines,

guys,

purchase systems,

lashing,

cranes,

hoist and winch ropes.