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Operate overhead crane

Operate overhead crane

Unit of competency
National Code
PPMMHV210
State Code
AXI05
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
25/08/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to plan and safely move loads operating an overhead crane, in a pulp or paper manufacturing facility. The unit applies to production support operators who operate overhead cranes, in a pulp and paper manufacturing facility. This typically involves working in a facility with complex integrated equipment and continuous operations.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan work for the prevailing work conditions
  • 1.1. Check and plan work within workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements.
  • 1.2. Check and assess traffic flow and work area conditions to allow safe operation or no injury to personnel, or damage to equipment, loads or facilities.
  • 1.3. Take into account load characteristics and use appropriate attachments and gear to move the load.
  • 1.4. Report any activities in the work area, to appropriate personnel, that may affect the safety and efficiency of operations.
2. Use controls and operating systems to manage the operation of the equipment
  • 2.1. Prepare equipment and fit appropriate attachments.
  • 2.2. Start equipment to bring to speed, in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • 2.3. Monitor instruments and gauges during startup and operations to ensure that operation is within manufacturer’s specifications.
  • 2.4. Manage power for efficiency of equipment movement and economy of equipment operations.
  • 2.5. Conduct equipment operations within manufacturer’s specified torque range.
  • 2.6. Report any faults or damage to equipment to the appropriate personnel.
3. Locate load and identify load characteristics
  • 3.1. Locate load and identify according to instructions.
  • 3.2. Identify requirements for Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL) of the gantry equipment.
  • 3.3. Check load weight and dimensions to ensure they fall within the capacity of the equipment.
  • 3.4. Follow loading and unloading plans to ensure efficiency and safety of operations.
  • 3.5. Take into account load characteristics, to ensure that appropriate loading and unloading procedures are followed.
4. Safely move load
  • 4.1. Operate and position equipment using smooth and controlled movements and following WHS requirements and safe working practices.
  • 4.2. Undertake manoeuvres, within the limits of the equipment and in line with manufacturer’s specifications.
  • 4.3. Move load to ensure no injury to personnel or damage to equipment or cargo.
  • 4.4. Maintain continuous communication with personnel assisting the operator in load movement operations, using appropriate communications technology and procedures.
  • 4.5. Stop equipment immediately, in the event of a safety incident or emergency and follow workplace emergency procedures.
  • 4.6. Report safety incidents and emergencies, in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements.
5. Monitor and operate controls
  • 5.1. Monitor and operate equipment controls, in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions.
  • 5.2. Understand and act upon control systems, in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • 5.3. Identify and report on control faults.
  • 5.4 Identify hazardsin the work area and adopt appropriate measures to control the risks.
6. Stop, shut down and secure equipment
  • 6.1. Bring equipment to a controlled halt and shut down without injury to personnel or damage to equipment, loads or facilities, in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and workplace procedures.
  • 6.2. Secure equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUY13 FPPMHV210A Operate overhead crane Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODT85 PPMMHV201 Operate mobile crane Unit of competency