Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to load and unload plant.
This unit applies to those working in site-based roles.
Prior to performing this activity, skills and knowledge should be developed for the individual plant. This can be achieved through completing the equivalent operator unit or being assisted by someone who has this knowledge. Refer to the Implementation Guide for further details.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying this unit.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to load and unload plant | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply load handling documentation to ensure work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities 1.5 Obtain and display signage, and erect barriers to isolate the loading and unloading site from general traffic flow in line with safe work practices |
2. Load the plant in line with established requirements | 2.1 Confirm the dimensions and capacity of the float or trailer to safely carry the plant 2.2 Select tools and loading equipment in line with work requirements 2.3 Identify faults, and rectify or report prior to commencement of work, within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures 2.4 Confirm preparation procedures of the plant for transportation has been completed 2.5 Place and secure loading aids in line with workplace procedures 2.6 Confirm the loading procedure with operator and/or guide before loading commences 2.7 Move the plant item onto the trailer or float and halt at the designated position as per workplace procedures 2.8 Secure plant to trailer or float in line with workplace procedures |
3. Unload the plant in line with established requirements | 3.1 Confirm the unloading procedure with operator and guide before unloading commences 3.2 Place and secure unloading aids, including ramps, in accordance with the trailer or float specifications 3.3 Slacken securing devices and remove according to workplace procedures 3.4 Move the plant item off the trailer or float and halt at the designated position 3.5 Stow loading aids including ramps, bridging materials and securing devices as per workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Identifies and interprets relevant information from workplace procedures, documentation, legislation and regulations |
Numeracy | Identifies and comprehends relevant mathematical information in relation to equipment operating capacities |
Sectors
Coal mining
Extractive
Drilling
Metalliferous mining
Civil infrastructure