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Evidence Guide: FPIHAR3201B - Monitor log recovery (rigging slinger)

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FPIHAR3201B - Monitor log recovery (rigging slinger)

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Prepare for rigging slinger operations

  1. Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to monitoring log recovery (rigging slinger) are identified and followed
  2. Work order is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel
  3. Type and quantity of logs to be extracted is identified and assessed for safe working conditions and environmental protection measures
  4. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations
  5. Rigging slinger and cable operation activities are planned in line with site procedures
  6. Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements
Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to monitoring log recovery (rigging slinger) are identified and followed

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Work order is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel

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Type and quantity of logs to be extracted is identified and assessed for safe working conditions and environmental protection measures

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Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations

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Rigging slinger and cable operation activities are planned in line with site procedures

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Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements

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Plan breakout

  1. All work is conducted in line with work order, environmental and OHS requirements
  2. Audible or visual signal system to be used is identified
  3. Site, the rigged cable system and landing are assessed for slope, haul line, backline, lift capacity and landing chute
  4. Obstacles to extraction operations are identified and avoidance plan is developed
  5. Logs to be recovered using current and future haul lines are identified
  6. Extraction pattern for the typical number and size of logs to be hauled on each turn is planned using assessment information
  7. Line shifts are planned during hauling, future rigging points established and rigging is prepared
All work is conducted in line with work order, environmental and OHS requirements

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Audible or visual signal system to be used is identified

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Site, the rigged cable system and landing are assessed for slope, haul line, backline, lift capacity and landing chute

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Obstacles to extraction operations are identified and avoidance plan is developed

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Logs to be recovered using current and future haul lines are identified

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Extraction pattern for the typical number and size of logs to be hauled on each turn is planned using assessment information

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Line shifts are planned during hauling, future rigging points established and rigging is prepared

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Direct hook up of logs

  1. Specific logs for next turn are selected prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation
  2. Stability of logs to be extracted is assessed and precautions are taken against movement in line with the logging code of practice
  3. Choker setters are directed to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction
  4. Haul signals are given when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes using signalling systems in line with the cable logging code of practice
  5. Log movement is monitored and stopped for corrective action when difficulties occur
  6. Control of movement is maintained using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of the yarder operator
  7. Breakout processes and equipment faults are recorded and reported in line with site procedures
Specific logs for next turn are selected prior to return of butt rigging in line with planned operation

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Stability of logs to be extracted is assessed and precautions are taken against movement in line with the logging code of practice

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Choker setters are directed to prepare and hook up logs ready for extraction

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Haul signals are given when all persons are clear from logs and bight of ropes using signalling systems in line with the cable logging code of practice

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Log movement is monitored and stopped for corrective action when difficulties occur

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Control of movement is maintained using signalling systems until payload is in clear sight of the yarder operator

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Breakout processes and equipment faults are recorded and reported in line with site procedures

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Assist with line shifts

  1. All logs to be hauled with existing line position are cleared before line shift is initiated
  2. Stumps are notched in line with code requirements for the rigging method to be used
  3. Slack is pulled in on all lines prior to release of existing rigging
  4. Rigging components are dismantled from the existing line, checked and set up on the new line
  5. Obstructions which may cause binding or damage during hauling are moved as required
  6. Spars, tail trees and intermediate supports are rigged in line with site procedures
All logs to be hauled with existing line position are cleared before line shift is initiated

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Stumps are notched in line with code requirements for the rigging method to be used

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Slack is pulled in on all lines prior to release of existing rigging

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Rigging components are dismantled from the existing line, checked and set up on the new line

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Obstructions which may cause binding or damage during hauling are moved as required

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Spars, tail trees and intermediate supports are rigged in line with site procedures

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently monitor log recovery (rigging slinger) operations to recover felled logs within organisational requirements

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 of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to monitor log recovery (rigging slinger)

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to monitoring log recovery (rigging slinger)

performing rigging slinger operations to recover felled logs in line with the work order and within prescribed organisational tolerances

planning the breakout process in line with site conditions

assisting in shifting lines in line with the hook tender's instructions

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to follow relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

Required Skills and Knowledge

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

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment; accurately notch stumps; effectively set up and dismantle rigging components

Communication skills and interpersonal techniques sufficient to interact appropriately with colleagues and others in the workplace

Literacy skills sufficient to accurately locate, record and report information

Numeracy skills sufficient to estimate measure and calculate including time required to complete a task

Problem solving skills sufficient to review and accurately identify work requirements; identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for monitoring log recovery (rigging slinger)

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material and the cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for monitoring log recovery (rigging slinger)

Characteristics of trees

Log extraction methods

Cable logging techniques

Rigging techniques and signal systems

Industry standard lengths

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace records and information

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Rigging slinger role includes:

deciding what timber to take out first and being responsible for getting the timber to the landing without breaking it

directing the choker setter personnel in hooking up timber

transmitting signals to and from the yarder

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Environmental requirements may include:

legislation

organisational policies and procedures

workplace practices

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

heritage and traditional land owner issues

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use and maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Work order is to include:

instructions for the rigging slinger operations to recover felled logs from the work site

and may include:

type

size

length

quantity

grade

instructions for the environmental monitoring of work and procedures

environmental care requirements relevant to the work

Appropriate personnel may include:

supervisors

suppliers

clients

colleagues

managers

Logs are to include:

the finished product or trunk of a tree after trimming and cross cutting has occurred

and may be:

hardwood or softwood

for production or non-production purposes

Environmental protection measures may include:

ground growth

canopy

general forest lean

wind speed and direction

fallen trees

density of trees

ground slope

soil and water protection

ground hazards and obstacles

contingencies for modifying operations during wet or other adverse weather conditions

Equipment may include:

rigging equipment

Cable operations may include:

activities covering a full range of species, log sizes, falling and retention densities, slope, other environmental conditions

use of cable systems including high lead (no skyline), standing skyline and a running skyline with hauling both uphill and downhill

logs attached optimising payload without exceeding the lift or haul capacity of the system

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

hand or other agreed signals

eye contact with other operators or personnel

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of electronic communication devices

Signal system may include:

whistle signals

visual signals

two-way radio

talk-e-tooter signals

other audible signals

Site

is the location where tree felling activities have occurred

Landing

is the location where the yarder is positioned to receive the logs

Obstacles may include:

standing trees

stumps

rocks

ground projections

Extraction pattern

is the method of removing the log from the work site with mechanical equipment and cables, considering site conditions and specific log location, in a way that minimises downtime and risk of snags, breakage and hang ups

Line shifts

is the moving of rigging lines from one area of operation to a new area

Stability

is the physical stability of the log in-situ, that it is safe to hook up and not likely to roll off a rock, move on another log or slide down the hillside

Choker setters

hook up the logs at the felling site

Yarder

is the crane-like vehicle which winches the logs

from the felling site to the landing using a cable system

Records and reports may include:

extraction methods

tree type

size

length

diameter

inspection

quality outcomes

hazards

incidents

equipment malfunctions

and may be:

manual

using a computer-based system or another appropriate organisational communication system

Stump notching

is the process for securing rigging components, cables and ropes

Rigging components may include:

strawlines

blocks

sheaves

ropes

shackles

pins

skyline

tail rope

lines

straps

mobile tail anchors

spars

intermediate supports

bridling