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Conduct excavator operations with grabs

Conduct excavator operations with grabs

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPHAR3219
State Code
AXK26
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to operate an excavator with grabs to shift materials and complete tasks. Work is completed in a forest or forest farm setting and includes operator maintenance. The unit applies to those who operate excavator operations with grabs in a forest environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states and territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan excavator operations
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.3 Identify type, quantity and weight of material to be moved to determine load requirements.
  • 1.4 Determine and confirm location, level and suitable surface to ensure stability of excavator.
  • 1.5 Plan excavator operations in line with work order and heritage concerns.
  • 1.6 Check excavator controls and functions, implements, brakes and manoeuvrability to ensure operational effectiveness.
2. Operate excavator to shift materials
  • 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • 2.2 Position excavator on stable surface and secure to ensure stability throughout operations.
  • 2.3 Select, attach and stabilise lifting gear in line with safe working load requirements and organisational safety procedures.
  • 2.4 Operate excavator to shift material with optimum efficiency; observe and respond to people and hazards present.
  • 2.5 Use communication signals throughout excavator operations to notify nearby personnel of ongoing operations.
3. Complete operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Safely park, shut down and prepare excavator for maintenance.
  • 3.2 Inspect excavator for faults, remove and replace defective parts in line with manufacturer’s recommendations
  • 3.3 Complete cleaning and programmed maintenance tasks for excavator; dispose of waste materials in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 3.4 Record and report process outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6040 FPIHAR3219A Conduct excavator operations with grabs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAA13 FWPHAR3225 Operate excavator with log grapple Unit of competency