ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for rigging

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify work requirements before proceeding

1.3. Develop a preliminary rigging plan and site sketch taking account of essential information

1.4. Check and confirm job feasibility and schedule with the client, the load designer and other persons as appropriate

1.5. Confirm hazards associated with the use of cranes and other load moving equipment and identify and check measures to eliminate or control these hazards with appropriate parties

1.6. Finalise and confirm rigging plan, including the scheduling of required resources

1.7. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies

1.8. Signage/barricade requirements are identified and implemented

2. Prepare for rigging

2.1. Select and inspect resources, materials and equipment for compliance with job specifications and applicable Australian standards

2.2. Inspect lifting equipment according to manufacturer's specifications

2.3. Label, reject and dispose lifting equipment which is identified as inconsistent with manufacturer's specifications to prevent its use in any circumstance

2.4. Sling loads and slings to protect the load and associated equipment

2.5. Secure whole or part loads to prevent uncontrolled movement

2.6. Attach and position slings, or parts of slings, to the load to ensure safe movement

2.7. Attach slings, or parts of slings, to hook while the hoist wire is vertical

2.8. Attach tag lines to the load where specified

2.9. Perform test lifts to ensure safe and secure movement of the load where specified

3. Move loads

3.1. Calculate and confirm appropriate safe working loads and centre gravity using load charts and standard calculation rules prior to load moving

3.2. Perform load moving in accordance with the plan, acceptable safe work practices and applicable Australian standards, code of practice and manufacturer's specifications

3.3. Perform work safely at heights, within incomplete structures and / or in confined and enclosed spaces

3.4. Connect lifting gear to load to Australian standards and manufacturer's specifications

3.5. Connect load to movement device using appropriate and certified equipment in accordance with the Australian standards and manufacturer's specifications

3.6. Ensure stability of the load by application of load movement procedure, temporary bracing and/or load support appropriate to the task and related manufacturer's specifications

3.7. Follow appropriate designers specifications during the placing and securing of the load

3.8. Dismantle and remove / restore load shifting equipment in accordance with site requirements

3.9. Standard communication signals are used to coordinate safe movement of the load

4. Clean up

4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/code of practice and job specification

4.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and standard work practices

4.3. Work completion procedures are applied and relevant personnel notified that work is finished

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 perform basic rigging:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for performing basic rigging

apply operation safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

maintain equipment records

apply hand-eye coordination

use relevant hand tools

apply diagnostic techniques

identify potential hazards

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 perform basic rigging:

applicable national certification standards

site and equipment safety requirements

equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational and maintenance procedures

hand and whistle signals

materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly waste management

relevant acts, regulations and code of practice

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 performing basic rigging

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of performing basic rigging

working with others to undertake and complete the performance of basic rigging that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of basic rigging that safely, effectively and efficiently meets 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 performance of basic rigging

Guidance information for assessment

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

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.

Compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

safety requirements

management plans

applicable OHS policy

applicable code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working or job procedures (or equivalents)

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements may include:

shift briefings

handover details

work orders

Preliminary rigging plan may include:

confirmed details of rigging requirement

confirmed dimensions

site access and egress

suitability and availability of materials

tools and equipment

identification of potential hazards

control measures

identification of site coordination requirements

unless otherwise specified, rigging is to conform with the requirements of the National Occupational Health and Safety Certification Standards for Users and Operators of Industrial Equipment (NOHSC: 1006)

Equipment may include:

steel erection

particular hoists

placement of pre-cast concrete

safety nets and static lines

mast climbers

perimeter safety screens and shutters

cantilevered crane loading platforms

slinging and directing of loads

Equipment excludes:

rigging of cranes

hoists

conveyors

dredges and excavators

tilt-slabs

rigging work associated with demolition

dual lifts

rigging of gin poles

shear legs

flying foxes and cableways

guyed derricks and structures