Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for slewing crane operations
- Access, interpret and apply crane operation documentation and procedures to ensure work activity is compliant
- Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
- Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
- Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- Access, interpret and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work activity
- Prepare slewing crane activity in accordance with AS2550, relevant legislation, safety requirements and manufacturer/site requirements
- Carry out assembly and dismantling of boom/jib as per work requirements and workplace procedures
- Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others prior to commencement work activity
- Operate slewing crane within operating capacities of equipment to complete work activity
- Carry out equipment start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
- Identify faults and rectify within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
- Position, stabilise and level crane prior to commencement of lift operations
- Prepare loads for lift in accordance with crane limitations and rigging requirements, and according to workplace procedures
- Confirm the work area is clear and safe prior to commencing work activity
- Use crane controls and functions to lift and position using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
- Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms
- Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
- Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
- Travel the crane
- Perform multiple crane lifts
- Obtain approval to carry out a multiple crane lift from the appropriate statutory authority prior to planning activity
- Plan multiple crane lift and obtain internal approvals for lifting plan as per workplace procedures
- Perform multiple crane lift according to authorised plan under the supervision of an authorised person, in line with workplace procedures
- Conduct housekeeping activities