Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Operations may be conducted:
day or night
in a variety of weather conditions
Environment may include:
movement of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic
Customers may be:
internal or external
Mobile crane may be involved in work in a range of industry sectors including:
construction and demolition
manufacturing
waterfront
mining
primary industry
utilities (electricity, gas, water)
arboricultural
swimming pool
quarrying
Maintenance may include:
routine inspections of crane and its associated equipment
checks prior to operations
checks on completion of operations
checks on completion of repairs
Routine checks/servicing may include:
checking and topping up of water levels
replacement of oils
replacement of air in tyres
checking pressure, fluid leaks, temperature
checking tightness of bolts, fixtures, attachments and fittings to ensure they are within specifications
checking for cracks, surface or structural faults or other damage
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Safety checks may include:
warning devices
operating lights or audible cues
braking and transmissions
lifting devices
steering and suspension
windscreen wipers
isolation switches and shut down devices
mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic or pneumatic components
Hazards may include:
power lines
noise, light, energy sources
overhead service lines
surrounding buildings, structures, facilities
underground services
obstructions
uneven or unstable ground and recently filled trenches
stationary and moving machinery and equipment
hazardous or dangerous materials
traffic hazards and congestion
other vehicles and personnel
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
management
union representatives
clients
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Requirements for access and/or lift may include:
site restrictions and procedures
authorities and permits
hours of operation
induction
slings, chains, nets, brackets and other specialised lifting equipment
noise restrictions
personal protective equipment
support trucks
additional gear and equipment
communications equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Documentation/records may include:
codes of practice and regulatory requirements concerning crane maintenance and safety
operations manuals including load charts and crane and rigging manuals
competency standards and training materials
job specifications and procedures
manufacturers specifications
workplace operating procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
material safety data sheets
communications technology equipment, oral, aural or signed communications
personal and work area procedures and practices
induction documentation
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
occupational health&safety procedures
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant state/territory regulations pertaining to the maintenance and safety of mobile cranes
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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