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Operate skid steer loaders at ground level on demolition sites
Operate skid steer loaders at ground level on demolition sites
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE3023A
CPCCDE3023A
State Code
WI749
WI749
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to operate a skid steer loader at ground level in the demolition industry. It includes planning and preparing; conducting machine pre-operational checks; preparing a site for the demolition process; removing demolition debris; selecting, removing and fitting loader attachments; removing demolition materials and waste; relocating skid steer loaders; and carrying out machine operator maintenance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare.
- 1.1 Compliance requirements relevant to skid steer loader operations are accessed, interpreted and applied.
- 1.2 Work instructions are obtained from relevant information, confirmed with team members and other relevant personnel, and applied to planning and preparation.
- 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements are identified and applied to task planning according to safety plans and policies.
- 1.4 Environmental requirements are identified for the project according to environmental plans and regulatory obligations.
- 1.5 Maintenance tools and equipment are checked for serviceability, and faults are reported or rectified.
- 1.6 Skid steer loader pre-start, start-up, park and shut-down operational checks are conducted according to manufacturer recommendations.
- 1.7 Skid steer loader controls and functions are checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified and reported.
2 Select, check and fit attachments.
- 2.1 Skid steer loader attachments are selected to carry out tasks, consistent with job requirements.
- 2.2 Attachments and connections are checked for excessive wear, and replaced and reported as required.
- 2.3 Attachments are securely fitted according to safe work method, and safety pins or clips are fitted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
- 2.4 Hydraulic components are checked and faults are rectified or components replaced, and reported.
- 2.5 Operation of hydraulic system is tested before applying load according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
- 2.6 Attachment operation is tested by raising and lowering attachment and attachment is locked in raised position for travel according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
- 2.7 Attachments are removed, cleaned and stored according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
3 Prepare demolition site.
- 3.1 Requirements of site demolition plan are determined and discussed with team members according to workplace procedures.
- 3.2 Site inspection is conducted to determine condition of work site and surrounds before work begins, and safe work method statement is amended and approved as required.
- 3.3 Confirmation is obtained from supervisor and regulatory authorities that all existing above and below ground services have been disconnected.
- 3.4 Hazardous material is identified for separate handling according to workplace requirements and instructions.
- 3.5 Mechanical equipment and plant are positioned in operating locations and appropriate exclusion zone and traffic control are arranged.
4 Operate skid steer loader for demolition process.
- 4.1 Skid steer loader general operating techniques are identified and applied to achieve optimum output according to manufacturer design specifications, while achieving specified tolerances.
- 4.2 Site hazards associated with skid steer loader demolition operations are identified and safe operating techniques are followed to minimise risks.
- 4.3 Skid steer loader is moved safely between work locations, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements.
- 4.4 Control measures are implemented to manage hazards arising from demolition process according to the demolition plan, safe work methods and regulatory requirements.
- 4.5 Demolition tasks are assessed immediately prior to starting and safe work method statement is reviewed to incorporate management of previously undiscovered hazards.
- 4.6 Skid steer loader is operated at ground level to remove demolition debris using suitable attachments according to approved demolition plan and current safe work method.
- 4.7 Communication is maintained with team members, during the demolition process.
- 4.8 Work site conditions and progress are monitored in consultation with team members and work is stopped or techniques adjusted as required, according to workplace requirements.
5 Carry out machine operator inspection and maintenance tasks.
- 5.1 Skid steer loader is safely parked and shut down, and attachments are removed.
- 5.2 Skid steer loader is inspected for faults and defective parts are removed and replaced according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
- 5.3 Regular programmed operator maintenance tasks are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.
6 Clean up.
- 6.1 Work area is cleared and materials and waste are sorted and located for removal, as required, according to site demolition project environmental management plan.
- 6.2 Maintenance tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored.
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.
Compliance requirements may include:
Australian standards relevant to plant operation
codes of practice for plant operation
legislative and regulatory requirements for plant operation
manufacturer guidelines and specifications
organisational requirements and procedures
requirements of Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
requirements of Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
site requirements.
Information regarding work task instructions may include:
advice and guidelines relating to regulatory and legislative requirements for mechanical demolition processes
approved demolition plan
current Australian standards relating to operating skid steer loaders
diagrams or sketches
instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel
memos
safe work procedures relating to the conduct of mechanical demolition processes
safety data sheets
site signage
site traffic management plan
verbal, written and graphical instructions, including manufacturer specifications and instructions where specified
work bulletins
work schedules, plans and specifications.
Work health and safety requirements must comply with state or territory legislation and project safety plan may include:
emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements, and evacuation procedures
handling activities that may require the assistance of others or the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or other issues, such as a disability are a factor
hazard control
hazardous materials and substances, including asbestos, lead-based paints, dust, pesticide residue, animal residue and the safe handling or quarantining procedures for each
personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices
safe operating procedures, including operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:
falling objects
lighting
plant movement
power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and conduits
restricted access barriers
surrounding structures
traffic control
trip hazards
work site visitors and the public
working at heights
working in confined spaces
working in proximity to others
traffic management, barriers and signage
use of tools and equipment
workplace environmental requirements.
Environmental requirements may include:
clean-up management
dust and noise control
sedimentation control
vibration management
waste management.
Attachments may include:
buckets
hammers.
Checks must include for:
bulges
factures
leaks
splits.
Site inspection may include:
assessing condition of property and surrounds
communicating with those who may be affected by the demolition task
erecting scaffolding for exclusion zones, if applicable
identifying hazardous materials
identifying position of hoses and cables clear of hazards
installing supports and bracing
location of signage and barricades
providing for site safety.
Safe operating techniques for skid steer loaders may include:
emergency shut-down and stopping
management of hazards and risks, including:
buildings
cuttings
embankments
excavations
fires
hazardous materials
overhead and underground services
structures
traffic
trees
uneven or unstable terrain
safe parking practices, ensuring:
access ways are clear
equipment or machinery is:
located a safe distance from excavations
located away from overhangs and refuelling sites
secured from unauthorised access or movement.
Hazards arising from demolition process mayinclude:
dust
fire
fumes
noise
vibration.
Demolition tasks that may be completed using a skid steer loader and attachments include:
lifting and transfer of demolition rubble
sorting materials
loading trucks
minor non-structural demolition.
Communication may include the use of:
hand signals
mobile equipment
radios.
Operator maintenance tasks:
must include:
cleaning
authorised servicing
monitoring, recording and reporting faults
may include:
authorised minor replacements
assisting maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities.
Compliance requirements may include:
Australian standards relevant to plant operation
codes of practice for plant operation
legislative and regulatory requirements for plant operation
manufacturer guidelines and specifications
organisational requirements and procedures
requirements of Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
requirements of Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
site requirements.
Information regarding work task instructions may include:
advice and guidelines relating to regulatory and legislative requirements for mechanical demolition processes
approved demolition plan
current Australian standards relating to operating skid steer loaders
diagrams or sketches
instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel
memos
safe work procedures relating to the conduct of mechanical demolition processes
safety data sheets
site signage
site traffic management plan
verbal, written and graphical instructions, including manufacturer specifications and instructions where specified
work bulletins
work schedules, plans and specifications.
Work health and safety requirements must comply with state or territory legislation and project safety plan may include:
emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements, and evacuation procedures
handling activities that may require the assistance of others or the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or other issues, such as a disability are a factor
hazard control
hazardous materials and substances, including asbestos, lead-based paints, dust, pesticide residue, animal residue and the safe handling or quarantining procedures for each
personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices
safe operating procedures, including operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:
falling objects
lighting
plant movement
power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and conduits
restricted access barriers
surrounding structures
traffic control
trip hazards
work site visitors and the public
working at heights
working in confined spaces
working in proximity to others
traffic management, barriers and signage
use of tools and equipment
workplace environmental requirements.
Environmental requirements may include:
clean-up management
dust and noise control
sedimentation control
vibration management
waste management.
Attachments may include:
buckets
hammers.
Checks must include for:
bulges
factures
leaks
splits.
Site inspection may include:
assessing condition of property and surrounds
communicating with those who may be affected by the demolition task
erecting scaffolding for exclusion zones, if applicable
identifying hazardous materials
identifying position of hoses and cables clear of hazards
installing supports and bracing
location of signage and barricades
providing for site safety.
Safe operating techniques for skid steer loaders may include:
emergency shut-down and stopping
management of hazards and risks, including:
buildings
cuttings
embankments
excavations
fires
hazardous materials
overhead and underground services
structures
traffic
trees
uneven or unstable terrain
safe parking practices, ensuring:
access ways are clear
equipment or machinery is:
located a safe distance from excavations
located away from overhangs and refuelling sites
secured from unauthorised access or movement.
Hazards arising from demolition process mayinclude:
dust
fire
fumes
noise
vibration.
Demolition tasks that may be completed using a skid steer loader and attachments include:
lifting and transfer of demolition rubble
sorting materials
loading trucks
minor non-structural demolition.
Communication may include the use of:
hand signals
mobile equipment
radios.
Operator maintenance tasks:
must include:
cleaning
authorised servicing
monitoring, recording and reporting faults
may include:
authorised minor replacements
assisting maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities.
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
This unit of competency could be assessed by observation of on-site operation of a skid steer loader and the use of different attachments to complete demolition tasks on large and complex buildings, working as part of a team.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to operate a skid steer loader from ground level to complete the following demolition tasks at a minimum of two different work sites:
lifting and transfer of demolition rubble
sorting materials
loading trucks
demolition of minor non-structural elements
including:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting demolition skid steer loader operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of demolition skid steer loader operations, including:
working with others to undertake and complete demolition skid steer loader operations that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of demolition skid steer loader operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
an induction procedure
realistic tasks covering the mandatory task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
plant, tools and equipment as listed appropriate to applying safe work practices
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
information relevant to each task, such as safety data sheets, work plans and approved specifications, forms and procedures manuals.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using a combination of the following methods:
direct observation of tasks
questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by observation of on-site operation of a skid steer loader and the use of different attachments to complete demolition tasks on large and complex buildings, working as part of a team.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to operate a skid steer loader from ground level to complete the following demolition tasks at a minimum of two different work sites:
lifting and transfer of demolition rubble
sorting materials
loading trucks
demolition of minor non-structural elements
including:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting demolition skid steer loader operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of demolition skid steer loader operations, including:
working with others to undertake and complete demolition skid steer loader operations that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of demolition skid steer loader operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
an induction procedure
realistic tasks covering the mandatory task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
plant, tools and equipment as listed appropriate to applying safe work practices
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
information relevant to each task, such as safety data sheets, work plans and approved specifications, forms and procedures manuals.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using a combination of the following methods:
direct observation of tasks
questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCQ89 | CPCCDE3023 | Operate skid steer loaders at ground level on demolition sites | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J785 | CPC30413 | Certificate III in Demolition | Qualification |