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

RIIHAN304E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct slewing crane operations

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIHAN304E - Conduct slewing crane operations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct slewing crane operations, including lifting loads, travelling cranes, and performing multiple crane lifts.This unit applies to those working in site-based roles.The work required in this unit relates to the National Standard for High Risk Work but this unit does not provide the licence. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements that may apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying this unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for slewing crane operations
  • Access, interpret and apply crane operation documentation and procedures to ensure work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
  • Access, interpret and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work activity
  • Prepare slewing crane activity in accordance with AS2550, relevant legislation, safety requirements and manufacturer/site requirements
  • Carry out assembly and dismantling of boom/jib as per work requirements and workplace procedures
  • Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others prior to commencement work activity
       
Element: Operate slewing crane within operating capacities of equipment to complete work activity
  • Carry out equipment start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
  • Identify faults and rectify within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
  • Position, stabilise and level crane prior to commencement of lift operations
  • Prepare loads for lift in accordance with crane limitations and rigging requirements, and according to workplace procedures
  • Confirm the work area is clear and safe prior to commencing work activity
  • Use crane controls and functions to lift and position using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
  • Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms
  • Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
  • Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
       
Element: Travel the crane
  • Plan a firm and level route for the crane travel according to workplace procedures
  • Monitor and manage hazards along the route
  • Travel the crane in line with work requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Perform multiple crane lifts
  • Obtain approval to carry out a multiple crane lift from the appropriate statutory authority prior to planning activity
  • Plan multiple crane lift and obtain internal approvals for lifting plan as per workplace procedures
  • Perform multiple crane lift according to authorised plan under the supervision of an authorised person, in line with workplace procedures
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of environmentally sensitive materials according to workplace procedures
  • Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment
  • Complete and file documentation, and distribute according to workplace requirements
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 crane operation documentation and procedures to ensure work activity is compliant 
Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies 
Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities 
Access, interpret and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work activity 
Prepare slewing crane activity in accordance with AS2550, relevant legislation, safety requirements and manufacturer/site requirements 
Carry out assembly and dismantling of boom/jib as per work requirements and workplace procedures 
Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others prior to commencement work activity 
Carry out equipment start-up checks in line with workplace procedures 
Identify faults and rectify within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures 
Position, stabilise and level crane prior to commencement of lift operations 
Prepare loads for lift in accordance with crane limitations and rigging requirements, and according to workplace procedures 
Confirm the work area is clear and safe prior to commencing work activity 
Use crane controls and functions to lift and position using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures 
Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms 
Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment 
Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures 
Plan a firm and level route for the crane travel according to workplace procedures 
Monitor and manage hazards along the route 
Travel the crane in line with work requirements and workplace procedures 
Obtain approval to carry out a multiple crane lift from the appropriate statutory authority prior to planning activity 
Plan multiple crane lift and obtain internal approvals for lifting plan as per workplace procedures 
Perform multiple crane lift according to authorised plan under the supervision of an authorised person, in line with workplace procedures 
Clear work area and dispose of environmentally sensitive materials according to workplace procedures 
Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment 
Complete and file documentation, and distribute according to workplace requirements 

Forms

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