Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RIIHAN201A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a forklift

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIHAN201A - Operate a forklift
Description This unit covers the operation of a forklift in the resources and infrastructure industries. It includes planning and preparing for forklift operations, operating a forklift and carrying out operator maintenance. The work required in this unit relates to the National Standard for High Risk Work. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:Civil constructionCoal miningDrillingExtractive industries Metalliferous mining
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable. Not applicable.
Competency Field Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for forklift operations
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
  • Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and briefings before proceeding
  • Fit and remove forklift attachments
  • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
       
Element: Operate forklift
  • Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures
  • Monitor and anticipate traffic flow and work area conditions to facilitate safe operations and to ensure the most efficient route of travel is selected and used
  • Manoeuvre and position forklift smoothly
  • Secure, lift, transfer and place load
  • Use forklift attachments in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
  • Recognise and respond to site hazards and emergency situations
  • Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacities of the allocated equipment
       
Element: Carry out operator maintenance
  • Carry out forklift inspections and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer instructions and site requirements
  • Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks
  • Carry out minor maintenance
  • Process records
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

Overview of assessment

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for operating a forklift

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of a forklift

working with others to undertake and complete the operation of forklifts that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of forklift operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the operation of forklifts

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to operate a forklift:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for the operation of a forklift

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

maintain equipment records

apply hand-eye coordination in the control of forklift

use relevant hand tools

apply diagnostic techniques

apply site environmental constraints

dispose of environmentally sensitive oils, fluids and materials

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to operate a forklift:

site and equipment safety requirements

forklift equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

forklift operational procedures

forklift maintenance systems and procedures

basic geological and survey data related to forklift operations

site environmental requirements and constraints related to forklift operations

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Forklifts may include:

diesel

gas

electric

Compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

legislation and regulations

management plans

OHS policy

relevant code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working or job procedures or equivalents

site requirements

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements and briefings may include:

shift briefings

handover details

work orders

nature and scope of tasks

details and loads

achievement targets

working conditions

site lighting arrangements

defects of equipment

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements/issues

Forklift attachments may include:

tyre handler

lifting device

slipper forks

Site hazards may include:

power lines

trees

overhead service lines

bridges

surrounding buildings

obstructions

structures

facilities

other equipment

dangerous material

earthworks

underground services

Operator maintenance are those:

established and authorised for the site

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 
Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and briefings before proceeding 
Fit and remove forklift attachments 
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 
Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures 
Monitor and anticipate traffic flow and work area conditions to facilitate safe operations and to ensure the most efficient route of travel is selected and used 
Manoeuvre and position forklift smoothly 
Secure, lift, transfer and place load 
Use forklift attachments in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms 
Recognise and respond to site hazards and emergency situations 
Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacities of the allocated equipment 
Carry out forklift inspections and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer instructions and site requirements 
Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks 
Carry out minor maintenance 
Process records 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RIIHAN201A - Operate a forklift
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