Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant OH&S regulations concerning the shifting and movement of loads using manually-operated equipment.

Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment. It involves the application of the basic principles for the safe shifting of loads using manually-operated equipment.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Assess risks associated with the relocation of the load

1.1 Products, goods or materials to be relocated are identified and assessed for the appropriate method of relocation

1.2 Location for storage is determined

1.3 Routes to be followed are identified

1.4 Points of balance are estimated

1.5 Effect of moving contents which may be loose, liquid, dangerous or hazardous are considered

1.6 Potential risks in route(s) which may be followed are considered

1.7 Lifting equipment to minimise potential risks is identified

1.8 Appropriate personal protective equipment is worn

1.9 Tools, load shifting equipment and other materials are selected, checked for serviceability and any defects are reported to the supervisor

2Plan load relocation

2.1 Load is examined to determine condition, length, bulk, weight

2.2 Load shifting equipment is selected in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3 Safe procedures for using lifting equipment are identified, including the calculation of Safe Working Load (SWL) and/or Working Load Limit (WLL) for weight of goods to be moved

2.4 Process for relocating load is proposed including predicting and planning for potential difficulties

2.5 Proposed process is checked against relevant code of practice and workplace procedures for compliance

2.6 Lifting equipment and accessories are checked for safe operation in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures

2.7 Personal protective equipment is selected and worn in accordance with OH&S requirements

3Relocate load

3.1 Any unsafe equipment is reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2 Load is broken down, where applicable, to allow handling and moving a number of single items to ensure the maximum weight of 500 kg is not exceeded

3.3 Mechanical aids and field machines are constructed, when required, by the approved shifting method, so that the load can be shifted in accordance with job instructions

3.4 Safe working limits for lifting equipment are identified and maintained

3.5 Planned process and route are followed using equipment within necessary range of limitations

3.6 Relocated materials are set down without damage to goods, personnel or equipment and checked for stability

3.7 Relocation is checked to see that it meets work requirements, and any variances are reported

4Refurbish equipment and worksite

4.1 Site is cleaned and cleared of debris and unwanted material

4.2 Field machines, tools and equipment are cleaned, inspected, serviced, maintained and stored in accordance with standard procedures

4.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant OH&S procedures and guidelines concerning the use of manually-operated equipment to shift loads

Risks when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads, and related precautions to control the risk

Workplace procedures and policies for the shifting of goods and materials using manually-operated equipment

Problems that may arise when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads, and actions that should be taken to prevent or solve them

Housekeeping standards procedures required in the workplace

Site layout and obstacles

Relevant knots and lashings to use

Method for splicing and maintaining cordage and SWR

Relevant slings and securing devices to use

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the shifting of loads using manually-operated equipment

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to work activities

Work collaboratively with others when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads

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 arise when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the shifting of loads using manually-operated equipment

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

identifying load limits for lifting

relocating a load safely

identifying manual operating equipment and their capabilities

identifying faults and deficiencies and taking action to rectify problems

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

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, 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.

The shifting operations may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

under all weather conditions

in a range of terrain, soil, vegetation

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Materials to be shifted may include:

goods

equipment and tools

cleaning materials

components and parts of vehicles and equipment such as tyres, batteries, lifting gear, etc.

materials used in the course of work such as drums of fuel, raw materials, packaging, etc.

Loads to be shifted may be:

irregularly shaped

packaged or unpackaged

labelled or unlabelled

palleted or unpalleted

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

chemicals

dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, goods and materials

Personnel in the work area may include:

workplace personnel

site visitors

contractors

official representatives

Manually-operated equipment may include:

pallet jack

hand trolley

electric manual handling equipment

straps

slings

chain blocks

gins

derricks

incline planes

chain blocks

sheers

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

electronic data interchange (EDI)

fax

email

internet

radio

oral, aural or signed communications

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

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

high visibility clothing

Measuring aids and field machines may include:

mechanical strapping equipment

gins, sheers, and derricks

block and tackle, pulleys

hand operated winches

jacks

improvised methods such as Spanish windlass and par buckles

use of expedient materials such as materials obtained on the job from resources available in the local environment

Information/documents may include:

goods identification numbers and codes

manifests, bar codes, goods and container identification

manufacturers instructions concerning the use and servicing of manually-operated load shifting equipment

workplace procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

material safety data sheets

codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code

relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations

workers compensation regulations

licence, patent or copyright arrangements

dangerous goods and air freight regulations

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

marine orders

This unit contains employability skills.