Work must be carried out in compliance with the licence/permit requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory authorities pertaining to mobile crane operations.

Work is performed with limited or minimum supervision, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes. It involves the application of routine principles and procedures to the planning of a mobile crane job and setting up of work areas prior to lift in a variety of operational contexts.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Obtain and confirm job instructions/work specifications

1.1 Job instructions are obtained and checked to ensure specifications include all necessary information

1.2 Lift plan and other work specifications are interpreted and clarification sought if necessary

2Coordinate loading of gear and equipment

2.1 Specific gear necessary for job is identified and obtained

2.2 Equipment is properly packed and secured according to company procedures to ensure injury and damage are avoided during transportation

3Assess job requirements and work area

3.1 Adequate site access and egress is identified

3.2 Potential hazards are identified and appropriate elimination or control measures selected

3.3 Weight and dimensions of load are estimated or confirmed in consultation with customer and relevant personnel to ensure job is within limits of crane capacity

3.4 Site information is interpreted and requirements confirmed with site supervisor

3.5 Area is assessed to ensure there is sufficient space to establish crane and conduct lift

3.6 Need to move mobile crane is assessed and, where applicable, route to be travelled is planned to ensure crane traverses firm surfaces and slopes are avoided where possible

3.7 Any concerns about the safety or feasibility of the lift are discussed with the customer and if not resolved, reported to supervisor

3.8 Payment arrangements are confirmed with customer where required

3.9 Customer requirements are anticipated and suggestions made which will maximise safety and efficiency and minimise inconvenience

4Design job plan

4.1 The job plan is developed to include hazard prevention/control measures and safety procedures in line with applicable Australian Standards, codes of practice and equipment manufacturers specifications

4.2 Cranes load chart is consulted and information on permissible loads, radii, weights, boom and jib configurations taken into account in planning the job

4.3 The job plan takes into account job requirements and customer priorities, and workplace rules and procedures

4.4 Job plan is discussed and confirmed with relevant personnel

4.5 Job plan details are documented as required

5Set up work area

5.1 Site personnel and public are advised of any danger and site/work area is isolated as necessary in line with legislative, regulatory and customer requirements

5.2 Site safety procedures are followed

5.3 Required protective equipment is identified and fitted in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requirements

5.4 Ancillary equipment is assembled and erected where appropriate

5.5 Load destination and travel route where applicable are prepared to accept load

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements pertaining to mobile crane operation

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Mobile crane applications, capacities, configurations, safety hazards and control mechanisms

Operational procedures for crane crews

Prioritising and multi-tasking work

Company work procedures for the planning of mobile crane jobs and the setting up of work areas

Guidelines relating to the safe use of machinery and equipment

Focus of operation of work systems and equipment

Application of relevant agreements, codes of practice or other legislative requirements

Identification and correct use of equipment, processes and procedures

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when planning job and setting up work area

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the planning of a lifting job and the setting up of the work area

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the planning of a lifting job and the setting up of the work area

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when planning a lifting job and setting up the work area

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions when planning a lifting job and setting up the work area in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Monitor condition of equipment during setting up processes and take appropriate action

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

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Operations may be conducted:

day or night

in a variety of weather conditions

Environment may include:

movement of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic

Customers may be:

internal or external

Mobile crane may be involved in work in a range of industry sectors including:

construction and demolition

manufacturing

waterfront

mining

primary industry

utilities (electricity, gas, water)

arboricultural

swimming pool

quarrying

Hazards may include:

power lines

noise, light, energy sources

overhead service lines

surrounding buildings, structures, facilities

underground services

obstructions

uneven or unstable ground and recently filled trenches

stationary and moving machinery and equipment

hazardous or dangerous materials

traffic hazards and congestion

other vehicles and personnel

Hazard management is:

consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment

Consultative processes may involve:

other employees and supervisors

management

union representatives

clients

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

other professional or technical staff

Requirements for access and/or lift may include:

site restrictions and procedures

authorities and permits

hours of operation

induction

slings, chains, nets, brackets and other specialised lifting equipment

noise restrictions

personal protective equipment

support trucks

additional gear and equipment

communications equipment

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses

two-way radios

high visibility clothing

Dependent of the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Documentation/records may include:

site plans

Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)

operations manuals including load charts and crane and rigging manuals

induction documentation

competency standards and training materials

job specifications and procedures

manufacturers specifications

workplace operating procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

communications technology equipment, oral, aural or signed communications

personal and work area work procedures and practices

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:

workplace agreements and awards

occupational health&safety procedures

standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant state/territory regulations and licence/permit requirements pertaining to mobile cranes

relevant state/territory road rules

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

This unit contains employability skills.