This describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit

Required skills

Uses required forms of communication when operating an overhead crane

Works collaboratively with others when shifting loads using gantry equipment

Reads and interprets required documentation procedures and reports

Accesses navigates and enters computerbased information

Identifies and actions problems within level of responsibility

Interprets instruments gauges and data recording equipment

Receives acknowledges and sends messages with appropriate communications equipment

Starts up and shuts down overhead crane

Moves standard and nonstandard loads ensuring

load is correctly slung

correct operation of crane

load is within crane limits particularly where load measuring devices are fitted

Schedules movements to maintain material flow in mill to required timing

Identifies cargo container and goods coding Australian Dangerous Goods ADG and International Maritime Dangerous Goods IMDG markings and where applicable

Interprets and follows operational instructions and prioritises work

Estimates the size shape and special requirements of loads

Maintains situational awareness in the work area

Analyses and uses sensory information to adjust process to maintain safety quality and productivity

Uses electronic and other control systems to control equipment and processes as required

Required knowledge

Procedures regulations and legislative requirements relevant to overhead crane operation including OHS environmental including relevant sustainability requirementspractices SOP isolation procedures safe working requirements risks and hazard identification and housekeeping

Australian Standards manufacturers and enterprise requirements on crane operation

Australian and international codes regulations licencepermit requirements relevant to the use of gantry equipment to shift loads

Requirements for safe working load SWL and working load limit WLL of gantry equipment

Relevant safety codes and emergency procedures

Relevant forms of communication

Basic problemsolving techniques consistent with level of responsibility

Focus of operation of work systems equipment management and site operating systems for the use of gantry equipment to shift loads

Types of gantry equipment used to shift loads including applications and procedures and precautions for their use

Marking and numbering systems for cargo

Sensory information that indicates a deviation from standard operating parameters

Sufficient knowledge of electronic and other control systems operation and application to make appropriate adjustments within level of responsibility

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

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

Evidence should be relevant to the work It should satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include consideration of

the required knowledge and skills tailored to the needs of the specific workplace

applicable OHS regulations environmental and safe working requirementspractices SOP and housekeeping requirements

applicable aspects of the range statement

practical workplace demonstration of skills in operating an overhead crane

Context of and specific resources for assessment

A workplace assessment must be used to assess

the application of required knowledge on the job

the application of skills on the job over time and under a range of typical conditions that may be experienced in operating an overhead crane

Access to the full range of equipment involved in operating an overhead crane in a pulp or paper mill is required

Method of assessment

A combination of assessment methods should be used The following examples are appropriate for this unit

observation of applied skills and knowledge on the job

workplace demonstrations via a mockup or simulation that replicate parts of the job

answers to written or verbal questions about specific skills and knowledge

thirdparty reports from relevant and skilled personnel

written evidence eg log sheet entries checklist entries test results

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and in keeping with the language and literacy capacity of the learner and the work being performed This includes conducting an assessment in a manner that allows thoughts to be conveyed verbally so that the learner can both understand and be understood by the assessor eg use plain English and terminology used on the job

A holistic assessment with other units relevant to the pulp and paper industry mill and job role is recommended

Additional information on approaches to assessment for the pulp and paper industry is provided in the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Overhead cranes and accessories may include:

Job accessories may include:

Range of loads and lifting procedures may include:

Hazards in the work area may include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Range of equipment may include:

Legislation, regulatory, licensing and certification requirements may include:

Documentation, procedures and reports may include:

Electronic control systems may include:

Actions may include:

Communications may include

Situational awareness may include

Forms of communication may include:

Sensory information may include: