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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan work
   • Potential workplace hazards are identified
   • Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment
   • Weight (mass) of load is estimated in consultation with associated personnel
   • Appropriate paths for moving load/s in work area are determined
   • Crane is appropriate to the load/s
   • Appropriate communication methods are identified in consultation with associated personnel
2. Conduct routine checks
   • Appropriate hazard prevention/control measures are applied to work area in accordance with procedures
   • Crane is accessed in a safe manner
   • Crane is visually checked for any damage or defects
   • All signage and labels are checked to ensure they are visible and legible, in accordance with the appropriate standard
   • Routine pre-operational crane checks are carried out in accordance with procedures
   • All controls are located and identified
   • Crane service logbook is checked for compliance
   • Crane is started in accordance with procedures and is checked for any abnormal noises
   • Crane safety devices are tested in accordance with procedures
   • Post-start operational checks are carried out in accordance with procedures
   • Communications equipment is checked for serviceability
   • All damage and defects are reported and recorded in accordance with procedures, and appropriate action is taken
3. Transfer loads
   • Hoist block is positioned over load following directions from associated personnel, as required
   • Test lift is carried out in accordance with procedures to allow for checks to be safely made, in consultation with relevant personnel
   • Loads are transferred using all relevant crane movements in accordance with procedures and appropriate standard
   • All required communications signals are interpreted correctly in accordance with procedures and appropriate standard
   • Crane is operated in accordance with procedures
   • Load movements are monitored constantly, to ensure safety of personnel and load, and structural stability
   • Unplanned and/or unsafe situations are responded to in accordance with procedures
4. Shut down and secure crane
   • Crane is parked in accordance with procedures
   • Crane and equipment are stowed and secured in accordance with procedures and appropriate standard
   • Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied as required
   • Crane is shut down in accordance with procedures
   • Routine post-operational crane checks are carried out in accordance with procedures
   • Hazard prevention/control measures are removed as required
   • All damage and defects are reported and recorded in accordance with procedures, and appropriate action is taken

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment

Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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Performance Evidence

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide evidence safely operating a bridge and gantry crane and satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills requirements of the unit on at least one occasion including:

applying appropriate mathematical procedures to estimate loads applying hazard prevention/control measures including: adequate illumination disconnected power insulated electric lines moving obstructions pedestrian barricades personal protective equipment safety tags on electrical switches/isolators using safety observer inside exclusion zone traffic barricades and control applying risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the safe operation of the crane applying risk assessment and management procedures completing pre- and post-operational checks of a bridge and gantry crane communicating with other workplace personnel through: appropriate worksite protocols bells buzzers listening making and interpreting hand signals questioning to confirm understanding signage two-way radios verbal and non-verbal language written instructions complying with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) licensing legislation operating a bridge and gantry crane including all functions to their maximum for lifting and moving loads to the maximum rated capacity in conjunction with other personnel while applying relevant crane movements including: hoisting (raising and lowering) traversing (moving hoisting mechanisms along bridge) travelling (at minimum speed, gentle acceleration and braking, to minimise load swing) receiving and interpreting workplace instructions, safety information, emergency procedures recording and maintaining accurate information relating to bridge and gantry crane operations shutting down bridge and gantry crane in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures including: isolating power to crane locking and securing cabin as required removing key from control panel as required retracting hoist rope and hook block travelling crane to park position test-lifting load just clear of lifting plane to ensure: adjustments to slinging can be made in a safe manner all crane equipment is functioning properly load measuring equipment can be used to verify calculated weight of load loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung near capacity loads do not overload crane using and interpreting crane manufacturer specifications and data, including maximum load to ensure crane is not overloaded using communications signals including: hoist up – hand hoist up –whistle hoist down - hand hoist down- whistle stop – hand stop – whistle traverse – hand travel – hand creep - hand verifying problems and equipment faults, and applying appropriate response procedures to unplanned and/or unsafe situations including: environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.) failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering) failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system) obstacles and obstructions unusual or difficult terrains.

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Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating loads Australian and industry standards relevant to operating a bridge and gantry crane bridge and gantry crane characteristics and capabilities to allow for operating a crane to suit the range of loads Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class emergency procedures including escape routes hazards including: environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms) ground stability (e.g. ground condition or slopes for load placement) insufficient lighting other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials) overhead hazards (e.g. electric lines, service pipes) traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, plant) hierarchy of hazard identification and control: elimination substitution isolation engineering controls administrative controls personal protective equipment (PPE) organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting operations for the crane class procedures for recording, reporting and maintaining workplace records and information rated capacity and working load limits (including use of crane load charts) risks associated with overhead electric lines/electrical cables, access to cabin, vehicles and clear access while travelling systematic process of eliminating or reducing risk to personnel and property through the application of controls typical routine problems encountered operating crane and equipment, and adjustments required for correction.

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