Unit of competency Outline
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Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCCM3001
CPCCCM3001
State Code
BBA88
BBA88
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/01/2017
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
23/01/2017
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to operate specific types of elevated work platforms (EWPs) safely and effectively in different locations, including on uneven terrain. The unit includes locating, setting up, operating and shutting down scissor lifts and self-propelled boom lifts with a boom length under 11 metres.The unit supports construction workers in the safe and effective operation of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical EWPs. The unit does not cover truck-mounted EWPs, powered telescoping devices, hinged devices or articulated devices, or any combination of these used to support a platform on which personnel, equipment and materials may be elevated to perform work and which has a boom length of 11 metres or more. It applies to construction work on residential and commercial work sites in new construction, renovation or refurbishment, and maintenance projects. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare.
- 1.1. Job requirements are obtained, confirmed and applied to planning.
- 1.2. Work site is inspected and terrain level checked to determine stabilising and safe working area requirements.
- 1.3. Work site conditions and hazards are assessed and site health and safety requirements confirmed and applied to planning.
- 1.4. Safe work method statement (SWMS) for the type of EWP and job and work site requirements is reviewed with relevant personnel and confirmed.
- 1.5. Plant, tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected according to job requirements, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.
- 1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
- 1.7. Verbal and non-verbal communication signals are confirmed with team members, supervisor, and other personnel working on site, as required.
- 1.8. Rescue plan, including use of fall arrest system, is established and practised before using EWP.
2. Conduct routine checks of EWP.
- 2.1. Power source is connected to platform equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- 2.2. Routine pre-operational equipment checks are carried out according to operator manual or manufacturer specifications, and logbooks for defect checks and EWP maintenance schedules.
- 2.3. Equipment is switched on in line with start-up procedures, and controls are checked for correct operation and ease of movement.
- 2.4. EWP is checked to ensure that emergency safety devices specified in operator manual are present and operating correctly.
3. Locate EWP in place.
- 3.1. Platform is positioned for work application and stabilisers, if fitted, are engaged to set equipment base level into place according to safe operating procedures.
- 3.2. Tools, equipment and materials are placed into bucket or on platform according to job application requirements.
4. Elevate platform to work location.
- 4.1. Fall arrest harness is fitted securely and lanyard is connected to attachment point.
- 4.2. EWP controls are operated according to manufacturer recommendations and platform is elevated to work position.
- 4.3. Power is switched off where specified and locking devices are engaged according to operator manual.
- 4.4. Work is carried out according to job specification, operator manual, and health and safety requirements.
5. Lower platform and shut down.
- 5.1. Controls are operated according to manufacturer recommendations and platform is lowered to down position.
- 5.2. Shut-down procedures are carried out according to operator manual instructions and equipment is switched off.
6. Clean up.
- 6.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and job specifications.
- 6.2. EWP, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.
- 6.3. Work completion procedures are applied and relevant personnel notified that work is finished.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE988 | CPCCCM3001C | Operate elevated work platforms | Unit of competency |