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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 of load is identified and estimated in consultation with associated personnel
   • Appropriateness of crane to load/s and workplace conditions is confirmed
   • Appropriate path for moving loads in work area is determined and inspected
   • Appropriate communications methods are identified in consultation with associated personnel
2. Conduct routine checks
   • Ground stability is checked
   • Crane is visually checked for damage or defects
   • All signage and labels are checked to ensure they are visible and legible, in accordance with the appropriate standard
   • Appropriate crane configuration for work task is determined in accordance with procedures
   • 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
   • All crane safety devices are tested in accordance with procedures
   • Post-start operational checks are carried out in accordance with procedures
   • All 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 load
   • Lifts are determined within crane capacity
   • Appropriate hazard prevention/control measures are applied to work area in accordance with procedures
   • Boom/jib and hoist block is positioned over load following directions from associated personnel
   • 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 the appropriate standard
   • All required communications signals are interpreted correctly in accordance with procedures and the appropriate standard
   • Crane is operated in accordance with procedures
   • Load movement is 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
   • Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied as required
   • Crane equipment is stowed and secured as required, in accordance with procedures and the appropriate standard
   • Crane is shut down in accordance with procedures
   • Routine post-operational crane checks are carried out in accordance with procedures
   • 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 of safely operating a derrick 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 trench covers 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 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 WHS/OHS licensing legislation operating a derrick crane for lifting and moving loads to the safe working rated capacity in conjunction with other associated personnel while applying relevant crane movements including: hoisting and lowering loads luffing slewing receiving and interpreting workplace instructions, safety information, emergency procedures recording and maintaining accurate information relating to crane operations shutting down derrick crane in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures including: idling engine to stabilise temperature as required isolating power supply to crane locking and securing cabin as required raising boom/jib to clear buildings and structures as required removing key as required retracting hoist rope and hook block securing crane for travel turning off engine as required 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 the crane using and interpreting crane manufacturer specifications and data, or engineer specifications, assessments or designs, including load charts, or load limits at various radii, to enable crane to be configured for load using communications signals including: hoist up – hand hoist up – whistle hoist down – hand hoist down – whistle luff boom down – hand luff boom down – whistle luff boom up – hand luff boom up – whistle stop – hand stop – whistle slew left – hand slew left – whistle slew right – hand slew right - whistle 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 and measuring loads Australian and industry standards relevant to operating a derrick crane Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class crane configuration including: backstays and counterweights boom/jib guys derrick crane characteristics and capabilities to allow for operating the crane to suit the range of loads ground suitability including: backfilled ground bitumen concrete hard compacted soil rock rough uneven ground soft soils 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, ground conditions, crane tipping and demolition sites, and other personnel or vehicles systematic process of eliminating or reducing risk to personnel and property through the application of controls typical routine problems encountered operating a crane and equipment, and adjustments required for correction.

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