Elements and Performance Criteria

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 documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work requirements may include:
plans
specifications
quality requirements
operational details confirmed
coordination of activities with others
shift briefings
handover details
work orders
stable base
hazard control
identification of load
identification and selection of lifting equipment
inspection and certification of lifting equipment
fitting of optional accessories
management of permits and tags
Safety information and procedures may include:
relevant legislation and regulations
relevant Australian standards including Australian standard AS2550
safety plan
safety and health management system
relevant OHS legislation, code of practice and organisation policy
manufacturer's instructions
safe working procedures
use of safety equipment
safe handling of hazardous materials and substances
use of fire fighting equipment
organisational First Aid
hazard identification and control measures
operational risk assessment associated with power cables
lighting
earth leakage boxes
trip hazards
dangerous materials
confined spaces
surrounding structures
restricted access barriers
traffic control
working at heights
working in proximity to others
worksite visitors
public
emergency procedures related to equipment such as:
emergency shutdown
emergency stopping
extinguishing equipment fires
evacuation from equipment
evacuation from worksite
truck mounted crane movements checked for safe operation
no work takes place under crane boom during crane operation
Equipment may include:
plant suitable for the job
tools suitable for the job
materials suitable for the job
slinging equipment
truck mounted cranes
Position vehicle may include:
stabilise
level
truck for mounted crane is positioned at drop off point
truck for mounted crane is level
truck mounted crane is activated and manoeuvred to its operating position from its lock down position
Attachments may include:
tyre manipulation
forks
any other commercially or site produced attachment
No-go zones may include:
around operators control panel
any area where the crane should not be operated or slewed into
Environmental protection requirements may include:
waste management
noise
dust
vibration
clean-up management
Crane controls may include:
boom up
boom down
boom extensions
hoist up
hoist down
manual jib and fly-jib extensions
slew
Load moving signals may include:
verbal
hand signals to Australian standards
whistles/hooters to Australian standards
two-way radio/telephone
light signals to Australian standards
Crane operating hazards may include:
power lines
trees
overhead service lines
bridges
surrounding buildings
obstructions
structures
facilities
other equipment
dangerous material
earthworks
underground services
time of day
Operational servicing may include:
lubrication
housekeeping tasks
site authorised practices
minor maintenance in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and site requirements
inspections

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the operation of a vehicle loading crane
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of vehicle loading crane operation
working with others to undertake and complete the operation of a vehicle loading crane that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of vehicle crane operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the operation of a vehicle loading crane
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.