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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan work
  2. Conduct routine checks
  3. Shift load
  4. Shut down and secure forklift truck

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required skills

Accurately interpret information relating to conducting forklift truck operations eg procedures

Safely conduct forklift truck operations including all functions to the maximum height and load capacity

Identify hazards associated with the operation of the forklift truck assess risks and put into place effective hazard preventioncontrol measures for those hazards identified

Use communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel eg receive and interpret work instructions safety information emergency procedures

Drive forklift with load in forward and reverse maintaining visibility

Verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Methodology of determining the weight of a load

Commonwealth state or territory OHampS legislation standards relevant to the safe operation for the forklift trucks

Understanding of forklift characteristics and capabilities including use of load data plates

Understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

Organisational and workplace standards requirements policies and procedures for conducting operations for the crane class

Procedures for the recording reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Forklift truck operations and safe operating techniques

Typical routine problems encountered in the operation of the crane and equipment and adjustments required for correction

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria the range statement and the assessment guidelines for the Training Package

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, , the range statement and the assessment guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Successful assessment of this unit meets the competency requirement of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work

Stateterritory OHampS regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment for this unit which have been endorsed by the national body responsible for OHampS matters

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

Compliance with OHampS licensing legislation

Communicate and work safely with others in the work area

Identify hazards associated with the operation of the forklift truck and put in place effective hazard controls for those hazards identified

Conduct prestartup operational moving loads and shut down and secure checks of the forklift truck according to procedures

Operate the forklift truck and move loads safely including driving and manoeuvring picking up and placing of loads at various stack heights

Drive forklift truck with load in forward and reverse maintaining visibility

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of the safe application of knowledge and skills to workplace tasks performance must be undertaken using the endorsed Assessment Instrument

Assessment of performance must be undertaken either in the workplace or in a realistically simulated workplace setting

Assessment must occur under standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Applicants must have access to

Personal Protective Equipment PPE for the purpose of the Performance Assessment

associated equipment appropriate to forklift truck operations

suitable loads as described by the endorsed Assessment Instrument

manufacturers specifications

appropriate forklift truck in a safe condition

Method of assessment

Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instrument These Instruments provide instruction on their application

The use of simulators in the assessment of this unit of competency is not acceptable

Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Guidance information for assessment

Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from stateterritory OHampS regulators


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.

Hazards

May include but not limited to:

ground conditions (e.g. condition of pavement, slopes)

overhead hazards (e.g. powerlines, service pipes)

insufficient lighting

traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, other plant)

weather (e.g. wind, lightning, rain)

forklift instability (e.g. overloading, poor load placement, irregular loads)

other hazards (e.g. dangerous materials)

Hazard control measures

Refers to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls

It includes the application of the hierarchy of control, the six-step preference of control measures to manage and control risk:

1 elimination

2 substitution

3 isolation

4 engineering control measures

5 using safe work practices

6 personal protective equipment

Appropriate standards

May include but not limited to:

legislation

Australian standards

manufacturer's specifications

industry standards (where applicable)

Forklift truck

May include but not be limited to:

counterbalanced

reach trucks

rough terrain

internal combustion petrol, diesel, gas

electric

Communications methods

May include but not limited to:

verbal and non-verbal language

written instructions

signage

hand signals

listening

questioning to confirm understanding

appropriate worksite protocol

Procedures

May include but not limited to:

manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications or checklists)

industry operating procedures

workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists)

Pre-start operational checks

May include but not limited to:

safety devices fitted where appropriate

forklift data plate fitted and interpreted

logbook, handbook or operating manuals available

external visual check including, evidence of damage, leaks, visual evidence of structural weaknesses (including paint separation or stressed welds) is carried out

forklift attachment is checked for security

approved modifications and/or attachments fitted to manufacturer's specifications (e.g. as per forklift or attachment data plate) are identified

checks for adaptations or modifications outside manufacturer's specifications (e.g. not listed on the forklift or attachment data plate) are carried out

maintenance logbook/records checked

Post-start operational checks

May include checks of the forklift truck and equipment after start-up to ensure:

hazard warning systems (for example lights and horns), are functional

attachment movements and control functions are smooth and comply with operating requirements

steering, transmission and brake functions comply with operating requirements

Hazard prevention/control measures

May include but not limited to:

barricades and traffic control

safety tags on electrical switches/isolators

insulated powerlines

safety observer used inside exclusion zone

disconnected power

pedestrian control (barricades, signs, etc.)

excavation safeguards

movement of obstructions

personal protective equipment

adequate illumination

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations

May include but not limited:

failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering)

failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system)

environmental condition

Shut down

May include, but is not limited to:

parking in a suitable location away from dangerous areas

fork arms are correctly positioned (tips down, tilted forward, lowered to ground)

appropriate transmission/gear is selected for parking (relevant to transmission type)

hand/parking brake is applied

engine power is turned off

ignition key is removed (if applicable)

LPG gas cylinder valve is shut off (where fitted)

securing equipment against unauthorised operation

securing the site

ensuring access ways are clear

identifying and segregating defective equipment and reporting to authorised personnel

batteries are connected to the charger (if applicable)