Work must be carried out in accordance with codes, regulations, licence and/or permit and workplace requirements relevant to operation of the specialised load shifting equipment concerned.

Safety checks and equipment tests are performed under limited supervision.

Work involves the application of regulatory requirements and workplace procedures to the operation of specialised load shifting equipment in the stevedoring, transport, warehousing, distribution and/or storage industries.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Plan work for the current working conditions

1.1 Traffic flow and work area conditions are constantly assessed and anticipated to allow safe operation to ensure no injury to people, or damage to equipment, loads or facilities

1.2 Characteristics of the load are taken into account to ensure that, where applicable, appropriate attachments are used to transport the load

1.3 Any occurrences in the work area that may affect the safety and efficiency of operations are reported to the appropriate personnel

2Use controls and equipment operating systems to manage movement of the unit and accessory operations

2.1 Equipment is prepared and any appropriate attachment fitted

2.2 Gear and operational levers are checked to ensure that they are in the neutral position prior to inserting ignition key and starting engine

2.3 Engine is started in accordance with manufacturers guidelines to bring the engine to speed

2.4 Instruments and gauges are monitored during start-up and operations to ensure that operation is within manufacturers specifications and enterprise safety requirements

2.5 Engine power is managed for efficiency of equipment movement and economy of equipment operations

2.6 Equipment operations are conducted within the manufacturer's specified torque range

2.7 Any faults or damage to equipment are immediately reported to the appropriate personnel

3Locate load and identify load characteristics

3.1 Load is located and identified according to instructions

3.2 Loading and unloading plans are followed to ensure efficiency and safety of operations

3.3 Characteristics of the load are taken into account to ensure that appropriate loading and unloading procedures are followed

3.4 Hazardous goods are identified and relevant procedures are taken into account when planning and conducting the work

3.5 Load weight and dimensions are within the capacity of the equipment

4Move materials and loads

4.1 Equipment is manoeuvred and positioned using smooth and controlled movements

4.2 Manoeuvres are within the limits of the equipment and in line with manufacturers specifications

4.3 Materials are moved ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to equipment or goods

5Monitor and operate controls

5.1 Equipment controls are monitored and operated in accordance with manufacturers operating instructions

5.2 Control systems are understood and acted upon in accordance with statutory authority regulations, manufacturers guidelines and site operating procedures

5.3 Control faults are identified and reported in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace guidelines

6Stop, park and secure equipment

6.1 Equipment is brought to a controlled halt within manufacturers guidelines

6.2 Equipment is parked without injury to personnel or damage to equipment, loads or facilities in accordance with company procedures

6.3 Equipment is secured on a flat, even surface and not close to doorways, aisles, access-ways or blind corners and in accordance with securing procedures for the appropriate equipment

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Regulations relevant to the operation of specialised load shifting equipment, including, where relevant, the ADG Code and relevant bond, quarantine or other legislative requirements

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection procedures and guidelines

Workplace procedures and policies for the operation of the specialised load shifting equipment

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for the operation of the specialised load shifting equipment

The purpose, characteristics, capabilities, requirements and limitations of the specialised load shifting equipment

Conveyed materials' potential for toxicity, reactiveness, material grade, type and purpose including information from relevant material safety data sheets and ADG Code documentation (where applicable)

Problems that may occur when operating specialised load shifting equipment and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve the problems

Operational safety requirements and precautions for the specialised load shifting equipment concerned

Documentation and record requirements

Housekeeping standards procedures required in the workplace

Site layout and obstacles

Relevant permit and licence requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when operating specialised load shifting equipment

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to work activities

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the operation of specialised load shifting equipment

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when operating specialised load shifting equipment

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 that may arise when operating specialised load shifting equipment in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events when operating specialised load shifting equipment

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the operation of specialised load shifting equipment

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

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

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

Select and use relevant gear and accessories when operating specialised load shifting 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 performance of specialised load shifting equipment and take appropriate action where required

Service equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

Check and replenish fluids and carry out lubrication processes in the course of work activities

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.

Work may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

holds on ships

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

even or uneven surfaces

wet or dry surfaces

Equipment may include:

reach stackers

straddle trucks

excavators

front-end loaders (over 10 tonne)

bulldozers (both in transport and shipping terminals and in the holds of ships)

straddle carriers

Requirements for work may include:

site restrictions and procedures

use of safety and personal protective equipment

communications equipment

specialised lifting and/or handling equipment

additional gear and equipment

noise restrictions

hours of operations

authorities and permits

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

chemicals and fumes

dangerous or hazardous substances

stationary and moving machinery, goods, materials and vehicular traffic

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

service lines

spills, leakages and ruptures

dust/vapours

faulty gear/equipment/tools

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel including supervisors and managers

equipment manufacturers and suppliers

site visitors and contractors

union representatives, industrial relations and OH&S specialists

other professional or technical staff

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

fax

email

internet

electronic data interchange (EDI)

RF communications

bar code readers

oral, aural or signed communications

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

respirators and fume masks

protective clothing

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

Information/documents may include:

workplace procedures and policies for the operation of the specialised load shifting equipment concerned

goods identification numbers and codes

manifests, picking slips, merchandise transfers, stock requisitions and bar codes

manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools

equipment identification labels, bar codes and serial numbers

supplier and/or client instructions

relevant OH&S requirements and policies

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

material safety data sheets where applicable

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

relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation including the ADG Code

award, enterprise bargaining agreement and other industrial arrangements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant codes, regulations and licence/permit requirements pertaining to the operation of the specialised load shifting equipment concerned including the ADG Code (where applicable)

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

licence, patent or copyright arrangements

water and road use and licence arrangements

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

workers compensation regulations

This unit contains employability skills.