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Evidence Guide: FPIHAR3206C - Conduct forwarder operations

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FPIHAR3206C - Conduct forwarder operations

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

Plan and prepare for forwarder operations

  1. Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to conducting forwarder operations are identified and followed
  2. Site environmental protection measures are adhered to in line with relevant legislation and regulations
  3. Work order is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel
  4. Type and quantity of material to be moved with a forwarder is assessed and prepared
  5. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations
  6. Forwarder operations are assessed for safe working conditions and planned in line with site procedures and environmental and heritage concerns
  7. 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 conducting forwarder operations are identified and followed

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Site environmental protection measures are adhered to in line with relevant legislation and regulations

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Work order is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel

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Type and quantity of material to be moved with a forwarder is assessed and prepared

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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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Forwarder operations are assessed for safe working conditions and planned in line with site procedures and environmental and heritage concerns

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

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Operate forwarder

  1. All work is conducted in line with work order, environmental and OHS requirements
  2. Pre start-up checks are carried out on equipment in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site requirements
  3. Forwarder controls and functions, including implements or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability are checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported
  4. Forwarder is manoeuvred to maximise efficiency and ensure safety of other equipment and personnel
  5. Forwarder performance is monitored utilising appropriate indicators to aid efficient operations
  6. Site hazards associated with forwarder operations are detected and safe operating techniques are used to minimise risk
  7. Operating techniques for the forwarder are within recommended capacities and limitations in line with manufacturer's design specifications
  8. Forwarder is operated to work instructions in line with site operating procedures and site conditions
  9. Emergency plan procedures are followed in line with OHS, environmental, legal and site requirements
All work is conducted in line with work order, environmental and OHS requirements

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Pre start-up checks are carried out on equipment in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site requirements

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Forwarder controls and functions, including implements or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability are checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported

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Forwarder is manoeuvred to maximise efficiency and ensure safety of other equipment and personnel

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Forwarder performance is monitored utilising appropriate indicators to aid efficient operations

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Site hazards associated with forwarder operations are detected and safe operating techniques are used to minimise risk

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Operating techniques for the forwarder are within recommended capacities and limitations in line with manufacturer's design specifications

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Forwarder is operated to work instructions in line with site operating procedures and site conditions

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Emergency plan procedures are followed in line with OHS, environmental, legal and site requirements

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Segregate and stack logs

  1. Planned landing layout and log handling procedures are identified from site and work order instructions and checked with appropriate personnel
  2. Stacks are located to ensure appropriate space for access by site equipment and the safe conduct of other landing operations
  3. Log stacks are positioned and maintained in line with planned layout and site requirements
  4. Log stacks are constructed to provide stability and minimise problems from slippage and falling of logs
  5. Logs delivered to landing are visually assessed and directed/moved to appropriate location for further processing or stacking
Planned landing layout and log handling procedures are identified from site and work order instructions and checked with appropriate personnel

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Stacks are located to ensure appropriate space for access by site equipment and the safe conduct of other landing operations

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Log stacks are positioned and maintained in line with planned layout and site requirements

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Log stacks are constructed to provide stability and minimise problems from slippage and falling of logs

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Logs delivered to landing are visually assessed and directed/moved to appropriate location for further processing or stacking

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Load, transport and unload logs

  1. Forwarder is positioned for safe access to logs within equipment load reach and movement limits in line with manufacturer's recommendations
  2. Log weight is estimated and individual logs are selected and segregated by size and grade
  3. Logs unable to be determined for size or grade by own personal skill are marked and reported to appropriate personnel
  4. Logs are systematically lifted and placed in line with recommended equipment operating procedures to achieve optimum log shape
  5. Placement of logs meets positioning and stability requirements and loads are safely and efficiently transported over planned route
Forwarder is positioned for safe access to logs within equipment load reach and movement limits in line with manufacturer's recommendations

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Log weight is estimated and individual logs are selected and segregated by size and grade

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Logs unable to be determined for size or grade by own personal skill are marked and reported to appropriate personnel

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Logs are systematically lifted and placed in line with recommended equipment operating procedures to achieve optimum log shape

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Placement of logs meets positioning and stability requirements and loads are safely and efficiently transported over planned route

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Carry out machine operator maintenance

  1. Forwarder is safely parked, shut-down and prepared for maintenance in line with manufacturer's manual and organisational requirements
  2. Visual inspection and fault finding processes are conducted in line with manufacturer's recommendations and organisational requirements
  3. Defective parts are removed and replaced safely and effectively in line with manufacturer's manual and organisational requirements
  4. Routine operational servicing is conducted in line with manufacturer's and organisational requirements
  5. Work area is cleared and waste materials are disposed of or recycled in line with site environmental management plan
  6. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in line with manufacturer's recommendations and standard work practices
  7. Forwarder operational records and reports are completed accurately and processed in line with site procedures
Forwarder is safely parked, shut-down and prepared for maintenance in line with manufacturer's manual and organisational requirements

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Visual inspection and fault finding processes are conducted in line with manufacturer's recommendations and organisational requirements

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Defective parts are removed and replaced safely and effectively in line with manufacturer's manual and organisational requirements

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Routine operational servicing is conducted in line with manufacturer's and organisational requirements

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Work area is cleared and waste materials are disposed of or recycled in line with site environmental management plan

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Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in line with manufacturer's recommendations and standard work practices

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Forwarder operational records and reports are completed accurately and processed in line with site procedures

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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 conduct forwarder operations in line with 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 conducting forwarder operations

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to conducting forwarder operations

communicating effectively and working safely with others in the work area

planning, preparing and conducting forwarder operations including segregating and stacking logs, and loading, transporting and unloading logs in line with site requirements

carrying out authorised operator maintenance

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 and efficiently and safely use forwarder to segregate, stack, transport, load and unload logs

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

Literacy skills sufficient to locate, interpret and apply relevant information in written, diagrammatic and/or oral form including plans, reports, maps, specifications; accurately record and report workplace information, and maintain documentation

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

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures, interpret ground conditions and identify hazards

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 conducting forwarder operations including emergency and isolation procedures

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 conducting forwarder operations

Forwarder operations and operating techniques including lifting procedures

Technical capability and limitations of forwarder and attachments

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use and maintenance including equipment safety requirements

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.

Forwarders

may be wheeled or half track and attachments may include blades

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)

Environmental protection measures

may include action to limit the impact to:

ground growth and canopy

soil and water

may include action to limit the impact of:

general forest lean

wind speed and direction

fallen trees

density of trees

ground slope

ground hazards

obstacles

Work order is to include:

instructions for the operation of a forwarder and its respective tasks including logs to be handled

and may include:

information about log placement and access requirements, loading regulations and site operating plans

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

Safe working conditions

is to ensure:

minimal equipment and log movement during forwarder operations

control of risks and hazards

Environmental and heritage concerns may include:

dust

noise

water

flora and fauna

heritage legislation

culturally sensitive sites and artefacts

plantations

native forest

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

Pre start-up checks

are specified by the manufacturer prior to operating the equipment and may include:

visual and audio warning devices and lights

engine and stop engine lights

fluid levels

cab display instrumentation and gauges and on-board computer systems

and relate to start-up, park and shutdown procedures which may involve:

safety mechanisms

operational (horn, operating lights)

correct location of equipment

vehicle security

Functions must include:

segregating, stacking, loading, transporting and unloading of logs

and may include:

loading and unloading of other materials

Hazards may include:

uneven/unstable terrain

trees

fires

overhead and underground services

bridges

buildings

excavations

traffic

embankment

cuttings

structures and hazardous materials

Capacities of equipment may include:

efficient and safe operating speed

duration of operation

type of activities performed

weight and/or load limitations

operating limitations

Site conditions may include:

wet, dry

day, night

stability of ground

broken ground

slope of working surface

location of water table

Emergency plan may include:

notification of authorities

evacuation procedures

isolation procedures

equipment shutdown procedures

clean up

first aid

use of personal protective equipment and clothing

guarding

access and exit

Logs may include:

full range of species, size

conditions to be encountered in local harvesting operations

softwood or hardwood

Maintenance of log stacks includes providing for:

anticipated stock levels

stock rotation requirements

size

segregation of lengths, species and grades

Visual assessment of logs includes identifying and determining:

species

diameter

length

grade

landing layout

stock rotation requirements

Estimation

of log weight is used to determine lifting requirements and compliance to load plate

Lifting

may be conducted on a trial basis when an issue with load size or stability or other unacceptable operational situation is determined

Placement

of slipper or chocks is made as required to support or compress logs

Visual inspection and fault finding may include:

vehicle number

danger tags

personnel proximity

tyres and rim condition

wheel nuts and studs

light positioning and cleanliness

radiator top up tank

oil leaks, fuel leaks, water leaks

no combustible material around exhaust

damage to equipment

portable fire extinguisher

fire suppression system

cab mounts

windows

engine oil to be checked before starting engine

grease lines

cab condition

Routine operational servicing may include:

checking fluid levels

greasing

tightening loose fittings

filter changing

Cleaning methods may include:

water

steam

degreasing

vacuum

forced air

Records and reports may include:

end of shift documentation

work log

supplies

log

computer readings

and may be:

manual

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