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Licence to operate an order picking forklift truck

Licence to operate an order picking forklift truck

Unit of competency
National Code
TLILIC2002
State Code
AWL72
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate an order picking forklift truck safely.Order picking forklift truck means a forklift truck where the operator controls are incorporated with the lifting media and elevate with the lifting media.A person performing this work is required to hold an order picking forklift truck high risk work (HRW) licence.This unit requires a person operating an order picking forklift truck to plan the work, conduct routine checks on order-picking forklift trucks, shift loads in a safe manner, and safely shut down and secure equipment after completing operations.Licensing/Regulatory InformationThis unit is based on the licensing requirements of Part 4.5 of the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations, HRW and meets Commonwealth, state and territory HRW licensing requirements. Any alteration to this unit would result in a unit that would not be acceptable to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulators for the purpose of licensing.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan work
  • 1.1 Potential workplace hazards are identified
  • 1.2 Risk control measures are identified to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment, consistent with regulatory requirements and the hierarchy of control
  • 1.3 Order picking forklift truck is selected in accordance with load and workplace conditions
  • 1.4 Working area is inspected to determine appropriate path of movement for loads and order picking forklift truck, for the workplace conditions
  • 1.5 Methods for communicating are identified and confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Conduct routine checks
  • 2.1 Prior to operation, order picking forklift truck is visually checked for any damage or defects
  • 2.2 All signage and labels are checked to ensure they are visible and legible, in accordance with the appropriate standard
  • 2.3 All controls are located, identified and confirmed
  • 2.4 Pre-start operational checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Order picking forklift truck is started in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and is checked for any abnormal noise
  • 2.6 Post-start operational checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.7 All order picking forklift truck functions and safety devices are tested to their maximum in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Defects and damage are reported and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures, and appropriate action is taken
3 Shift load
  • 3.1 Weight of load is assessed to ensure compliance with order picking forklift truck data plate
  • 3.2 Hazard prevention/control measures are implemented and communicated with personnel in the work area, as required
  • 3.3 Order picking forklift truck is operated at a safe speed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Work is conducted safely at heights and safety equipment is used safely and efficiently
  • 3.5 Loads are moved and placed to ensure stability of material and avoidance of hazards
  • 3.6 Load movement is monitored constantly, to ensure safety of personnel and load, and order picking forklift truck stability
  • 3.7 Unplanned and/or unsafe situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures and emergency plans
4 Shut down and secure forklift
  • 4.1 Order picking forklift truck is parked to avoid hazards
  • 4.2 Order picking forklift truck is shut down in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Routine post-operational order picking forklift truck checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Order picking forklift truck is secured to prevent unauthorised access/use
  • 4.5 All defects and damage are reported and recorded in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and appropriate action is taken
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5242 TLILIC2002A Licence to operate an order picking forklift truck Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAE34 TLILIC0004 Licence to operate an order picking forklift truck Unit of competency