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Shift loads using cranes

Shift loads using cranes

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID3044
State Code
AWM52
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
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using cranes in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements, as part of work activities in the transport and logistics industry.It includes planning work for the current working conditions, using controls and crane operating systems, locating and identifying load characteristics and safely moving loads. It also includes monitoring controls and stopping, shutting down and securing the crane after the completion of operations.Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan work for the current working conditions
  • 1.1 Traffic flow and work area conditions are constantly assessed and anticipated to allow safe operation to ensure no injury to people, or damage to crane, loads or facilities
  • 1.2 Load characteristics are taken into account to ensure appropriate attachments/gear are used to move load as required
  • 1.3 Occurrences in the work area that may affect the safety and efficiency of operations are reported to appropriate personnel
2 Use controls and crane operating systems
  • 2.1 Crane is prepared for operation in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Crane is started in accordance with manufacturer guidelines
  • 2.3 Instruments and gauges are monitored during start up and operations to ensure operation is within manufacturer specifications and workplace/regulatory safety requirements
  • 2.4 Engine power is managed for efficiency of crane movement and economy of crane operations
  • 2.5 Crane operations are conducted within manufacturer specified torque range
  • 2.6 Faults or damage to crane are immediately reported to appropriate personnel
3 Locate load and identify load characteristics
  • 3.1 Load is located and identified in accordance with instructions
  • 3.2 Requirements for safe working load (SWL) and working load limit (WLL) of the crane are identified
  • 3.3 Load weight and dimensions are checked to ensure they fall within the crane capacity
  • 3.4 Loading and unloading plans are followed to ensure efficiency and safety of operations
  • 3.5 Load characteristics are taken into account to ensure appropriate loading and unloading procedures are followed
  • 3.6 Hazardous cargo is identified and relevant procedures are taken into account when planning and conducting work
4 Safely move load
  • 4.1 Crane is operated using smooth and controlled movements
  • 4.2 Manoeuvres are within crane limits and in line with manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Load is moved ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to crane or cargo
  • 4.4 Continuous communication is maintained with personnel assisting the operator in the load movement operations using appropriate communications technology and procedures
  • 4.5 In an incident or emergency, crane is immediately stopped and workplace emergency procedures are followed
  • 4.6 Safety incidents and emergencies are reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5 Monitor controls
  • 5.1 Crane controls are monitored and operated in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions
  • 5.2 Control systems are confirmed and acted on in accordance with regulatory requirements, manufacturer guidelines and workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Control faults are identified and reported in accordance with workplace guidelines
6 Stop, shut down and secure equipment
  • 6.1 Crane is brought to a controlled halt within manufacturer guidelines and is shut down without injury to personnel or damage to equipment, loads or facilities in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 6.2 Crane is secured after operations in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5090 TLID3044A Shift loads using cranes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ90 TLID0009 Shift loads using cranes Unit of competency