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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Conduct routine operation and safety checks of load shifting equipment
   • Operational principles of fixed/moveable load shifting equipment are understood.
   • Routine pre-operational checks are undertaken in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and regulatory safety requirements.
   • Non-compliance with specifications is reported using standard operating procedures.
2. Pick up loads
   • Appropriate load shifting device is selected for the load and shifting requirements.
   • Load shifting device is operated within design specifications and safe working load.
   • Load is lifted/rolled, ensuring balance, vision of operation, safety of personnel and protection of load.
3. Shift loads
   • Where required, load is moved at an appropriate and safe speed using a safe and efficient path.
   • Path of movement is monitored for obstacles and hazards during shifting process.
4. Place loads
   • Loads are lowered at an appropriate and safe rate.
   • Loads are placed to ensure stability, protection of material and avoidance of hazards on site.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in reading and interpreting routine information on instructions specifications load charts and standard operating procedures May include simple drawings selecting and operating appropriate load shifting device communicating with others about movement of equipment checking and clarifying taskrelated information identifying the safe working load in relation to the capacity of the crane and lifting gear following oral instruction safely lifting moving and placing loads

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of operational principles of fixedmoveable load shifting equipment preoperational checks loads and lifting attachments load chart and safe working loads SWL awareness of licensing requirements load protection operational environment appropriate permits use and application of personal protective equipment safe work practices and procedures hazards and control measures associated with operating fixedmoveable load shifting 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	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to operate fixedmoveable load shifting equipment to move and place loads
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both Where assessment occurs off the job ie the candidate is not in productive work an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with operating fixedmoveable load shifting equipment or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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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.
Fixed/moveable load shifting equipment	Pendant cranes Yard, workshop and travelling overhead cranes Monorail hoists and chain blocks Pivoting and slewing jibs rails (manual, air or electric etc.)
Pre-operational checks	Hazards warning lights, wire rope, lifting blocks, compass, operation of controls, safe working load marked as determined by manufacturers' specifications and standard operating procedures
Obstacles and hazards	Overhead cables, electrical hazards (live rails), personnel, obstacles (fixed and moveable), swing of the load and failure of slings

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