Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for transfer of cargo
- Calculate Safe Working Load or Working Load Limit of slings and loads
- Sling cargo and unsling cargo
- Cargo is slung/unslung in accordance with national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures
- Correct securing devices are identified and used
- Load is steadied by tag lines as required
- Damaged cargo is identified and reported in accordance with enterprise procedures
- Slinging attachments are released from load ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo
- Strap and unstrap goods
- Cargo is strapped and unstrapped in accordance with national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures
- Mechanical strapping equipment is used in accordance with manufacturers instructions
- Damaged cargo is identified and reported in accordance with enterprise reporting procedures
- Strapping arrangements are secured/released to/from load ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo