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Shift forestry logs using trucks
Shift forestry logs using trucks
Unit of competency
National Code
FPICOT3226A
FPICOT3226A
State Code
S4614
S4614
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2007
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
04/07/2007
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit specifies the outcomes required to drive log trucks to a forestry harvesting site, load logs on site, deliver logs to their intended destination and unload the logs in accordance with organisational procedures and regulations. Compliance with licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be required in various jurisdictionsThis unit replaces FPIH3032A Shift forestry logs using truckThis unit specifies the outcomes required to drive log trucks to a forestry harvesting site, load logs on site, deliver logs to their intended destination and unload the logs in accordance with organisational procedures and regulations. Compliance with licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be required in various jurisdictionsThis unit replaces FPIH3032A Shift forestry logs using truck
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan log movement
- 1.1 Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks are identified and complied with
- 1.2 Work order is reviewed and clarified with appropriate personnel
- 1.3 Type of truck, ancillary equipment, accessories and configuration to be operated are checked for serviceability in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and statutory regulations
- 1.4 Logging sites and logs to be transported are identified from schedules, work orders and harvesting site personnel
- 1.5 Truck loads, transport routes, timing with harvesting personnel are planned and permits obtained to comply with statutory road regulations and road conditions
- 1.6 Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements
2 Load and unload truck
- 2.1 Access is identified and manoeuvring approach planned for loading and unloading sites
- 2.2 Condition of roads and tracks are monitored and unexpected ground, water, vegetation or other environmental conditions reported to appropriate personnel
- 2.3 Truck and trailer are positioned to maintain load safety and security while loading occurs
- 2.4 Logs are assessed for weight, diameter, length and grade
- 2.5 Log positioning equipment is placed and checked or reset for planned loading
- 2.6 Log loading is undertaken to ensure load build meets specifications, follows sequence and locations to minimise handling, stabilises the load and meets transport requirements
- 2.7 Logs are secured with sufficient securing devices to satisfy safety, job and regulatory requirements
- 2.8 Load is inspected after transport for log movement and logs only supported by binders or chains
- 2.9 Safe unloading sequence is assessed and provisions made to support logs which cannot be controlled when released
- 2.10 Binders and chains are released in correct sequence for truck, trailer and load configuration
3 Transport logs
- 3.1 Load is checked and trimmed to ensure safe transport with overhang warning devices fitted to comply with road regulations
- 3.2 Engine is started with instruments and gauges monitored to ensure equipment operation is safe according to manufacturer's specifications and safety rules
- 3.3 Truck is operated and driven to manufacturer's specifications and legislative requirements using primary and subsidiary controls as appropriate to conditions
- 3.4 Logs are transported following planned or modified route with consideration for road surfaces and conditions
- 3.5 Periodic load safety checks are conducted and load re-tensioned in accordance with statutory requirements and road conditions
- 3.6 Truck is monitored using gauges, warning devices and observation of performance to detect operating faults
- 3.7 Log shifting process and truck operations including faults are recorded and reported
- 3.8 Truck is parked to avoid site and equipment hazards, engine shutdown and truck secured in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
RANGE STATEMENT
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below
OHS requirements are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include:
the use of personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first aid equipment
fire fighting equipment
hazard and risk control
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
safe forest practices
manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying
fall from heights regulations
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include:
award and enterprise agreements
industrial relations
Australian Standards
confidentiality and privacy
OHS
the environment
equal opportunity
anti-discrimination
relevant industry codes of practice
duty of care
heritage and traditional land owner issues
Organisational requirements
may include legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Work order
is to include instructions for equipment allocation and usage, location and intended activity to designated personnel
Appropriate personnel
may include supervisors, suppliers, clients, colleagues and managers
Truck
may include rigid or articulated log trucks, including semi-trailers, jinkers, quad-dogs, B doubles and two-bay skeletal trucks
Ancillary equipment
may include safety fittings, headache boards and cab guards
Accessories
may include tools, records, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, binders, chains and personal protective equipment
Configuration
is to include a truck and trailer combination
Logs
are to include assessment of diameter range, curvature, faults and length
Communication
may include schedules, verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language
Environmental conditions
may include ground growth, canopy, general forest lean, fallen trees, ground slope, soil and water protection, ground hazards and obstacles
Log positioning equipment
may include bolsters, slippers, stanchions and chocks
Load build
is to include positioning of logs on truck so as to avoid uneven weight distribution, instability or uncontrolled collapse of the load during loading or unloading, requirements for trailer rigidity, turning clearance, overhang, projection above stanchions, crowning, weight distribution on truck and trailer axles, contact with bolsters, stanchions and other logs
Securing devices
are to include chains, binders and other tensioning devices
Trimming
is to include preparing the truck and load for safe transport
Primary and subsidiary controls
primary controls may include power, brakes, steering, speed, position, load reaction and gear selection
subsidiary controls may include differential lock, centre tyre inflation (CTI) and power dividers
Re-tensioning
is to include re-tightening of the chains, binders and other tensioning devices
Records and reports
may include scheduling and coordination outcomes, log movement, despatch outcomes, storage locations, quality outcomes, hazards, incidents or equipment malfunctions
may be manual, using a computer-based system or another appropriate organisational communication system
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below
OHS requirements are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include:
the use of personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first aid equipment
fire fighting equipment
hazard and risk control
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
safe forest practices
manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying
fall from heights regulations
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include:
award and enterprise agreements
industrial relations
Australian Standards
confidentiality and privacy
OHS
the environment
equal opportunity
anti-discrimination
relevant industry codes of practice
duty of care
heritage and traditional land owner issues
Organisational requirements
may include legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Work order
is to include instructions for equipment allocation and usage, location and intended activity to designated personnel
Appropriate personnel
may include supervisors, suppliers, clients, colleagues and managers
Truck
may include rigid or articulated log trucks, including semi-trailers, jinkers, quad-dogs, B doubles and two-bay skeletal trucks
Ancillary equipment
may include safety fittings, headache boards and cab guards
Accessories
may include tools, records, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, binders, chains and personal protective equipment
Configuration
is to include a truck and trailer combination
Logs
are to include assessment of diameter range, curvature, faults and length
Communication
may include schedules, verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language
Environmental conditions
may include ground growth, canopy, general forest lean, fallen trees, ground slope, soil and water protection, ground hazards and obstacles
Log positioning equipment
may include bolsters, slippers, stanchions and chocks
Load build
is to include positioning of logs on truck so as to avoid uneven weight distribution, instability or uncontrolled collapse of the load during loading or unloading, requirements for trailer rigidity, turning clearance, overhang, projection above stanchions, crowning, weight distribution on truck and trailer axles, contact with bolsters, stanchions and other logs
Securing devices
are to include chains, binders and other tensioning devices
Trimming
is to include preparing the truck and load for safe transport
Primary and subsidiary controls
primary controls may include power, brakes, steering, speed, position, load reaction and gear selection
subsidiary controls may include differential lock, centre tyre inflation (CTI) and power dividers
Re-tensioning
is to include re-tightening of the chains, binders and other tensioning devices
Records and reports
may include scheduling and coordination outcomes, log movement, despatch outcomes, storage locations, quality outcomes, hazards, incidents or equipment malfunctions
may be manual, using a computer-based system or another appropriate organisational communication system
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Packag
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently shift forestry logs using trucks according to organisational requirements
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice, including OHS, environmental and organisational policies and procedures, relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks
Compliance with applicable licensing or certification requirements
Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area
Efficiently shift forestry logs using trucks to enterprise requirements
Efficiently and accurately shift forestry logs using trucks for production and output activities
Effectively coordinate personnel to follow procedures for shifting forestry logs using trucks
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI05 Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies
Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the essential underpinning knowledge
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English
Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment
Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently shift forestry logs using trucks according to organisational requirements
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice, including OHS, environmental and organisational policies and procedures, relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks
Compliance with applicable licensing or certification requirements
Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area
Efficiently shift forestry logs using trucks to enterprise requirements
Efficiently and accurately shift forestry logs using trucks for production and output activities
Effectively coordinate personnel to follow procedures for shifting forestry logs using trucks
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI05 Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies
Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the essential underpinning knowledge
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English
Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment
Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1760 | FPIH3032A | Shift forestry logs using truck | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5935 | FPICOT3226B | Shift forestry logs using trucks | Unit of competency |
