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Launch and recover vessel from crane, gantry and forklift

Launch and recover vessel from crane, gantry and forklift

Unit of competency
National Code
AURR346435B
State Code
D7663
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/09/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
27/09/2011
Nominal Hours
26
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to launch and recover a vessel from a crane, gantry or forklift.It requires the ability to identify and confirm work requirements, launch and recover the vessel and complete work finalisation processes.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions (e.g. forklift licence and vessel operation licence). Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1. Confirm nature and scope of work to be carried out
  • 1.2. Locate occupational health and safety (OHS) and workplace environmental and sustainable procedures and practices applicable to the work
  • 1.3. Access and interpret repair method, workshop manuals and manufacturer information
  • 1.4. Check and prepare tools, equipment and materials
  • 1.5. Set up work area
  • 1.6. Carry out pre-launch check
  • 1.7. Carry out pre-launch vessel check
2. Launch vessel
  • 2.1. Attach and position slings and lifting equipment to hull
  • 2.2. Manoeuvre and operate crane, gantry or forklift to place vessel in suitable depth of water at launch site avoiding damage to vessel and the environment
  • 2.3. Remove slings and lifting equipment
  • 2.4. Move vessel from launch site to safe area
  • 2.5. Move crane, gantry or forklift from launch site
  • 2.6. Carry out all activities according to industry regulations and guidelines, OHS and environmental legislation, and enterprise policies and procedures
3. Recover vessel
  • 3.1. Position crane, gantry or forklift to lift point ensuring suitable depth of water is present
  • 3.2. Manoeuvre vessel into recovery area and align with lifting equipment
  • 3.3. Attach and position slings and lifting equipment to hull to prevent hull damage
  • 3.4. Operate lifting equipment avoiding damage to vessel and environment
  • 3.5. Secure vessel
  • 3.6. Carry out all activities according to industry regulations and guidelines, OHS and environmental legislation, and enterprise policies and procedures
4. Clean up work area and finalise work
  • 4.1. Clean and inspect equipment and tooling according to workplace requirements
  • 4.2. Tag unserviceable equipment and faults identified in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.3. Clean work area, dispose of waste and scrap, and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4. Finalise and process work completion documentation and give to appropriate persons, as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W2945 AURR346435A Launch and recover vessel from crane, gantry and forklift Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF313 AURRGA3002 Launch and recover a vessel from crane, gantry and forklift Unit of competency
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