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

Required skills

Accurately record and maintain information relating to crane operations

Use communication techniques in the workplace including whistles hand signals and twoway radios

Use interpersonal communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel

Load data into crane computer where fitted and check operation to accurately reflect the crane configuration

Operate a portal boom crane including all functions to their maximum for the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity in conjunction with other associated personnel

Apply risk assessment and hazard control strategies including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the crane particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlineselectrical cables access to cabin other vehicles and clear access whilst travelling

Use and interpret crane manufacturers specifications and data including load charts to enable the crane to be configured for the load

Verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads

Commonwealth state or territory OHampS legislation standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class

Understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control

Level of literacy to be able to read and comprehend manufacturers instructions procedures and safety signs

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

Portal boom crane characteristics and capabilities to allow the configuration of the crane to suit the range of loads

Portal boom crane operating techniques

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

Rated capacity and working load limits including use of crane load charts

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

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

Effectively communicate and work safely with others in the work area

Risk assessment and management procedures particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlineselectrical cables access to cabin other vehicles and clear access whilst travelling

Operation of a portal crane including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity in conjunction with other associated personnel

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of the safe and effective application of knowledge and skill 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

Assessors must ensure that the assessment in the workplace is organised to ensure that all the required equipment and materials and a suitable working area is made available to suit the assessment and the workplace

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

Assessment is to comply with relevant appropriate standard requirements

Applicants must have access to

Personal Protective Equipment PPE for the purpose of the Performance Assessment

appropriate portal boom crane and associated equipment in safe condition specified by the endorsed Assessment Instrument

suitable loads as specified by the endorsed Assessment Instrument

communication equipment e g two way radios whistles etc

other associated personnel to sling and direct the loads

Method of assessment

Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instruments These Instruments provide advice 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

Hazards

Hazard control measures

Appropriate standard

Associated personnel

Crane

Appropriate

Communication method

Signage and labels

Procedures

Controls

Service logbook

Crane safety devices

Communication equipment

Hazard prevention/control measures

Test lift

Relevant crane movements

Communication signals

Best mobile practice

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations

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