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Performance level 1 - at this level the candidate is required to undertake tasks effectively.
Performance level 2 - at this level the candidate is required to manage tasks.
Performance level 3 - at this level the candidate is required to use concepts for evaluating and reshaping tasks.

Key competency

Example of application

Performance level

How are ideas and information communicated

Collect information regarding the work environment and analyse against relevant policies and procedures

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Resolve manual handling issues with relevant or designated personnel

How are activities planned and organised

Organise work tasks according to safe work practices and within regulatory framework

How is teamwork used

Contribute to a safe work environment

How are mathematical ideas and techniques used

Calculate load weights and adhere to equipment maintenance schedules

How are problemsolving skills applied

Identify and report hazards and display initiative to identify problems

How is the use of technology applied

Use manual handling aids and techniques correctly

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Overview of assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units of competency relevant to the job function for example

PRMPFESA Participate in workplace safety arrangements

PRMPFES53A Participate in workplace safety arrangements

PRMCMNA Contribute to workplace safety arrangements

PRMCMN301A Contribute to workplace safety arrangements.

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

Competency is to be demonstrated through at least one practical demonstration covering the full range of performance criteria

Ability to transfer skills to other situations described in the range statement may be inferred from this assessment Oral questioning may be used to provide evidence of this ability

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

compliance with OHS ODS and SGG regulations policies and procedures applicable to the load or materials being moved

compliance with relevant dangerous goods regulations policies and procedures

clear communication to work effectively and safely with others including reporting procedures for faulty mechanical handling aids

In a minimum of two different settings

identify potential risks and hazards prior to moving loads

identify risk assessment and control methods prior to moving loads

use manual handling techniques and comply with relevant OHS procedures

use mechanical handling aids

maintain mechanical handling aids

Specific resources for assessment

The candidate and the assessor should have access to the appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace This includes access to

a suitable work area or a simulated workplace environment that allows for demonstration of manual handling techniques

suitable load and manual handling aids for candidate to demonstrate manual handling techniques

PPE commonly used in manual handling

manuals and relevant documentation

assessment documentation forms and record books

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Access must be provided to appropriate learning andor assessment support when required

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Context of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment

Competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations reflecting the practical requirements of the workplace which may include customer and workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace

Assessment of competency may be made through practical demonstrations in the work environment or in a simulated work environment

Oral or written questioning methods may be used to assess understanding of underpinning knowledge areas In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written assessment questions are to be identical Evidence of competency is best obtained by observing various activities involving manual handling techniques in the workplace

Supplementary evidence may be obtained by relevant authenticated written correspondence from supervisors team leaders or management staff

Information derived from enterprise policies and practices must be treated as commercialinconfidence

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge

Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the oracy language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions It will reflect requirements of the unit of competency and the work being performed

Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition RCC or RPL the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents current competency demonstrated over a period of time

Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the following legislative and industry framework

building Acts regulations and codes

Australian and international standards identified as relevant to the movement of materials and loads in the workplace

environmental regulations

manufacturer specifications

organisational requirements including policies and procedures relating to OHS ODS and SGG

OHS legislation codes and regulations

ODS and SGG legislation codes and regulations

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.

Identifyhazards may include activities associated with:	checking equipment and work area before work commences and during work checking for potential ODS and SGG emissions regular housekeeping activities workplace inspections of equipment and work areas.
Hazards may include:	hazards associated with electrical or mechanical faults environmental, such as improper use of hazardous materials and chemicals, including ODSorSGG materials ergonomic, such as incorrect manual handling methods obstructive, such as blocked access to emergency entry and exit points.
Manual handling techniques may include:	carrying lifting pulling pushing.
Mechanical handling aids may include:	hand trucks hooks lifting magnets lifting straps non-licensed mechanical handling aids, including: cranes hoists manually operated forklifts and pallet trucks suction grips trolleys wheelbarrows.
Industry and legislative requirements may include:	relevant federal, state and territory building Acts, regulations and codes OHS legislation, codes and regulations ODS and SGG legislation, codes and regulations e.g. Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989 relevant current Australian standards, such asAS1851 fire protection industry codes of practice Building Code of Australia (BCA) dangerous goods regulations licensing arrangements environmental regulations building surveyor requirements
	other relevant legislation relating to fire protection equipment, including international, shipping and marine codes Australian petroleum industry requirements.
Workplace procedures may include:	assignment instructions equipment manufacturer requirements instructions from colleagues, supervisors and managers personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements reporting and documentation requirements specific customer requirements work instructions to prevent the emission of ODSandSGG in the workplace.
Organisational requirements may be located in quality assurance and/or procedures manuals and relate to:	documentation and information systems and processes legal and organisational policies and guidelines legislation relevant to the service operation ODS and SGG policies, procedures and programs OHS policies, procedures and programs personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices.
Relevant persons may include:	team leaders supervisors managers colleagues customers.
OHS policies and procedures may relate to:	employer and employee rights and responsibilities the OHS hierarchy of control assessing the work site for hazards and risks prior to preparing it for the work procedure displaying signs and using barriers in work area hazard and risk identification and reporting risk assessment and control measures incident and accident investigation OHS audits and safety inspections
	safe operating procedures and instructions, including: working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines working safely around tools and equipment working safely on ladders and raised platforms risk and hazard recognition emergency procedures awareness of electrical hazards following confined spaces procedures using PPE, including: safety glasses or goggles safety boots or shoes hard hats earmuffs or plugs appropriate gloves and overalls sunhats dust masks equipment maintenance and use use and storage of hazardous substances first aid.

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PRMPFES03C - Safely move materials and loads in the workplace

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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Evidence Required

Range Statement