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 under general supervision, with some accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes. It involves the application of routine principles and procedures to the loading and unloading of a tracked crane prior to lift in a variety of operational contexts.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Inspect site

1.1 Site access and exit routes are identified

1.2 Site hazards are identified

1.3 Loading and unloading area is selected based on assessment of work site requirements, physical conditions, proximity to job and safety of operations

2Unload/load crane from/onto float

2.1 Vehicle is inspected and checked prior to unloading

2.2 Pre-operational checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace requirements

2.3 Float is positioned on site in designated loading/unloading area noting ground conditions and potential site hazards

2.4 Lashings, chains, stabilisers and chocks are safely removed and correctly stowed and secured in designated areas

2.5 Loading ramps are secured

2.6 Crane is driven on/off float ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to equipment and site

2.7 Crane is stabilised, shut down and secured

3Secure crane for travel

3.1 Weight and dimensions of crane are established and compared to carrying capacity of vehicle

3.2 Crane is correctly positioned on float

3.3 Crane is secured using appropriate securing equipment and shackled to anchorage points in accordance with workplace/float securing system and manufacturers specifications

3.4 Securing equipment is tightened to ensure security during travel

3.5 Ramps are loaded and secured

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

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

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

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

Identification and correct use of equipment, processes and procedures related to the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes

Focus of operation of work systems and equipment

Operational procedures for crane crews

Procedures for prioritising and multi-tasking work

Wheeled or tracked mobile crane applications, capacities, configurations, safety hazards and control mechanisms

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

Workplace procedures for the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes

Guidelines relating to the safe use of machinery and equipment

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when loading and unloading wheeled or tracked cranes

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when loading and unloading wheeled or tracked cranes

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

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may occur during the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that could occur during the loading and unloading of wheeled or tracked cranes

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

Plan own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

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

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 include:

any wheeled or tracked unit

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 processes

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

Depending on 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 fatigue management regulations

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

This unit contains employability skills.