RIIHAN301D
Operate elevating work platform


Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to operate an elevating work platform in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

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.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for operating an elevating work platform

1.1 Access, interpret and apply elevating work platforms documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.4 Identify and select any required tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report, verbally or in writing, any faults prior to commencement

1.5 Perform pre-start and post-start inspections/checks

1.6 Coordinate activities with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

1.7 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Conduct work activities from elevating work platform

2.1 Stabilise elevating work platform

2.2 Place tools and equipment into bucket/platform

2.3 Use approved safety devices, ensure safety of personnel and surrounding site

2.4 Act on or report, verbally or in writing, monitoring systems and alarms

2.5 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

2.6 Complete work and shut-down in accordance with agreed work plan

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Carry out work platform inspections and fault finding

3.2 Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and site authorised procedures and practices

3.3 Carry out minor operator maintenance to manufacturer's instructions and site requirements

3.4 Process written records

4. Clean up

4.1 Clear work area and reuse, recycle or dispose of materials

4.2 Check, clean, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.