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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Set up weighbridge operations
   • Weighbridge systems, including equipment, computer and recording arrangements are checked for operational status
   • Tests to confirm accuracy of weighbridge operations and related functions are conducted in accordance with enterprise procedures, manufacturers instructions and relevant legislation
   • Accurate reporting of the results of the inspection and testing is kept in accordance with statutory requirements, enterprise policy and industry guidelines
   • Faults/discrepancies in weighbridge operation and Hazards are identified and action undertaken in accordance with enterprise procedures
2. Weigh loaded vehicles/bins
   • Bins exceeding weight limit are rejected
   • Weight of loaded bins\vehicles is registered against bin identification
   • Net weight of bins\vehicles is calculated
   • Bins\vehicles and cane type are recorded according to workplace recording requirements
   • The workplace meets housekeeping standards
3. Prepare for shift changeover
   • Weighbridge systems, including equipment, computer and recording arrangements are secured or made ready for the next shift
   • Records of operations are maintained and filed in accordance with enterprise procedures and statutory requirements
   • Shift changeover is carried out according to workplace procedure
   • Incoming weighbridge operators are aware of weighbridge and related equipment status procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

Required Skills

Not applicable

Evidence Required

The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence

Ability to

Confirm status of weighbridge and related equipment at start up

Select fit and use personal protective clothing andor equipment

Demonstrate manual and automatic modes of operation as appropriate to workplace equipment

Demonstrate load weighing procedure This includes confirming accuracy of weighbridge

Monitor weighbridge operation This typically includes

confirming correct bins are tipped

bin weights

zero of the bridge or within tolerance range

bin contents and fill height

bin delivery pushers and spotters as appropriate for equipment

Identify faults or nonconformance in operation

Take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

Use appropriate communication methods and equipment

Liaise with pushers and pinpullers as required

Report andor record corrective action as required

Complete weighbridge operation records

Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

May include the ability to

Control yard movements of bins

Operate a tipping process

Knowledge of

Relevant state OHS legislation standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities legislation relating to cane payment as it affects requirements weighing and sampling and weights and measures legislation

Functions and basic operating principles of weighbridge and related equipment components

Cut to crush sequence

The relationship between the weighbridge and downstream operations

Purpose and procedures for testing accuracy of weighbridge using test weights

Safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to weighbridge operation and associated control measures

Purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

Procedures for responding to emergency situations

Method to calculate net bin weight

Requirements to liaiseadvise related work areas

Housekeeping standards for the work area

Reporting and recording systems

Relationship with other standards

Prerequisite units

There are no prerequisite units for this competency standard

Coassessment of related units

Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit Where the weighbridge operator conducts yard control andor tipping operations the following related units are to be coassessed with this unit

Operate a tipping process

Control yard movements

Resources required for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to

Weighbridge and related equipment

Relevant codes of practice and industry standards

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation

Loaded cane bins

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Communication systems and equipment

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace information recording systems requirements and procedures

Assessment requirements

For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

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Range Statement

The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.

Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations

Workplace information can include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's specifications

Calibration of weighbridges are determined using test weights

Information systems may be print or screen based

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment

Communication methods may include use of two-way radios

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