Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Inspect site

1.1

Site is inspected as required with other relevant personnel to assess job requirements

1.2

All necessary parameters are measured to ensure accuracy of calculations

1.3

Hazards are identified through inspection of site and load

1.4

Additional information regarding load and possible hazards is sought from customer and expert personnel

1.5

Special site requirements are identified

2

Plan the lift

2.1

Operation plan is developed in consultation with other relevant personnel to include hazard prevention/control measures in line with workplace procedures, applicable Australian standards and codes of practice

2.2

Where required, approval to carry out lift is obtained from the appropriate statutory authority

2.3

Multiple crane lifts are planned (as applicable) to encompass the determination of the types of cranes suitable for use and an assessment of the share of the load to be carried by each crane

2.4

Cranes load chart is interpreted and information on permissible loads, radii, weights, boom and jib taken into account in planning the job

2.5

Safe Working Load (SWL) or Working Load Limit (WLL) is calculated

2.6

Appropriate drawings and simulations are created to check feasibility of planned operations

2.7

Information from previous lifts is used in developing the operational plan

2.8

A range of different alternatives is considered to ensure effective and safe lift

2.9

Unsolicited, irrelevant information is disregarded to focus on the task at hand

2.10

Need for additional/specialised equipment is ascertained and arrangements made for collection/delivery to site

2.11

Communication system is determined and all team members are briefed on its use in conducting lift

3

Set up lift

3.1

Site measurements are checked to verify accuracy

3.2

Operating and emergency controls are checked to ensure the crane is in safe working order

3.3

Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and worn in accordance with manufacturers specifications and site requirements

3.4

Site is isolated as necessary and, when required, assistance sought to ensure public safety

3.5

Other personnel on site are directed as necessary to ensure risks to personnel and equipment are minimised

3.6

Variables which affect the predictability of the operation are eliminated wherever possible

4

Work effectively in team

4.1

The advice of all team members is sought in developing the operational plan

4.2

Ideas are discussed and evaluated with team members to determine viability and reach consensus on an effective plan

4.3

Individual roles and responsibilities are clarified and agreed

4.4

Other team members are assisted as necessary to ensure the operation can be completed safety and efficiently

5

Lift and move load

5.1

Nominated authorised person is recognised as being in control and instructions are followed

5.2

Test runs are conducted as necessary to ensure a safe lift

5.3

Load is hoisted and lowered into position using crane movements in accordance with the appropriate Australian standard

5.4

Danger is anticipated by monitoring of crane and load, and instruction to stop operation given where there are any concerns the lift is not proceeding as planned

5.5

Potential impact of change in one area of operation on the lift as a whole is recognised

5.6

In the event of unanticipated situations, contribution is made to developing alternative operational plan

6

Follow up on job

6.1

Specialised equipment is checked and re-stored in accordance with workplace procedures

6.2

Operation is reviewed in consultation with relevant personnel and contribution is made to recommendations for review of procedures where appropriate

6.3

Need for further after job debriefing or counselling is recognised and appropriate action is taken

6.4

Records are completed promptly in line with workplace procedures