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Plan and conduct specialised lift

Plan and conduct specialised lift

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID4032A
State Code
D5095
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct a specialised lift by a mobile crane (excluding demolition work). It involves a lift which may be specialised in terms of job and equipment requirements, the qualities of the load, or the critical aspects of the location(s) of the lift. It includes inspecting the site, planning the lift, setting up the lift, working effectively in a team, lifting and moving the load, and following up on the job. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Inspect site
  • 1.1 Site is inspected as required with other relevant personnel to assess job requirements
  • 1.2 All necessary parameters are measured to ensure accuracy of calculations
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified through inspection of site and load
  • 1.4 Additional information regarding load and possible hazards is sought from customer and expert personnel
  • 1.5 Special site requirements are identified
2Plan the lift
  • 2.1 Operation plan is developed in consultation with other relevant personnel to include hazard prevention/control measures in line with workplace procedures, applicable Australian standards and codes of practice
  • 2.2 Where required, approval to carry out lift is obtained from the appropriate statutory authority
  • 2.3 Multiple crane lifts are planned (as applicable) to encompass the determination of the types of cranes suitable for use and an assessment of the share of the load to be carried by each crane
  • 2.4 Cranes load chart is interpreted and information on permissible loads, radii, weights, boom and jib taken into account in planning the job
  • 2.5 Safe Working Load (SWL) or Working Load Limit (WLL) is calculated
  • 2.6 Appropriate drawings and simulations are created to check feasibility of planned operations
  • 2.7 Information from previous lifts is used in developing the operational plan
  • 2.8 A range of different alternatives is considered to ensure effective and safe lift
  • 2.9 Unsolicited, irrelevant information is disregarded to focus on the task at hand
  • 2.10 Need for additional/specialised equipment is ascertained and arrangements made for collection/delivery to site
  • 2.11 Communication system is determined and all team members are briefed on its use in conducting lift
3Set up lift
  • 3.1 Site measurements are checked to verify accuracy
  • 3.2 Operating and emergency controls are checked to ensure the crane is in safe working order
  • 3.3 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and worn in accordance with manufacturers specifications and site requirements
  • 3.4 Site is isolated as necessary and, when required, assistance sought to ensure public safety
  • 3.5 Other personnel on site are directed as necessary to ensure risks to personnel and equipment are minimised
  • 3.6 Variables which affect the predictability of the operation are eliminated wherever possible
4Work effectively in team
  • 4.1 The advice of all team members is sought in developing the operational plan
  • 4.2 Ideas are discussed and evaluated with team members to determine viability and reach consensus on an effective plan
  • 4.3 Individual roles and responsibilities are clarified and agreed
  • 4.4 Other team members are assisted as necessary to ensure the operation can be completed safety and efficiently
5Lift and move load
  • 5.1 Nominated authorised person is recognised as being in control and instructions are followed
  • 5.2 Test runs are conducted as necessary to ensure a safe lift
  • 5.3 Load is hoisted and lowered into position using crane movements in accordance with the appropriate Australian standard
  • 5.4 Danger is anticipated by monitoring of crane and load, and instruction to stop operation given where there are any concerns the lift is not proceeding as planned
  • 5.5 Potential impact of change in one area of operation on the lift as a whole is recognised
  • 5.6 In the event of unanticipated situations, contribution is made to developing alternative operational plan
6Follow up on job
  • 6.1 Specialised equipment is checked and re-stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 6.2 Operation is reviewed in consultation with relevant personnel and contribution is made to recommendations for review of procedures where appropriate
  • 6.3 Need for further after job debriefing or counselling is recognised and appropriate action is taken
  • 6.4 Records are completed promptly in line with workplace procedures
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.
Operations may be conducted:
day or night
in a variety of weather conditions
Environment may include movement of:
equipment
goods
materials
vehicular traffic
Customers may be:
internal or external
Mobile crane may be involved in work in a range of industry sectors including:
construction and demolition
manufacturing
waterfront
mining
primary industry
utilities (electricity, gas, water)
arboricultural
swimming pool
quarrying
Specialised lifts may include:
large surface areas-pools
tilt-up panels
drive-in movie screens
tree removal and replacement
bridge beams
multiple crane lifts
passing loads to other cranes
tailing out of loads
turning loads over
lifting high value goods
recovery work
specialised operations-drag lines
clam shell
pile driving
barge work
work involving work box duties
Hazards may include:
power lines
noise, light, energy sources
overhead service lines
surrounding buildings, structures, facilities
underground services
obstructions
uneven or unstable ground and recently filled trenches
stationary and moving machinery and equipment
hazardous or dangerous materials
traffic hazards and congestion
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
management
union representatives
clients
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Requirements for access and/or lift may include:
site restrictions and procedures
authorities and permits
hours of operation
induction
slings, chains, nets, brackets and other specialised lifting equipment
noise restrictions
personal protective equipment
support trucks
additional gear and equipment
communications equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
site procedures
Documentation/records may include:
site plans
Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)
operations manuals including load charts and crane and rigging manuals
induction documentation
competency standards and training materials
job specifications and procedures
manufacturers specifications
workplace operating procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
communications technology equipment, oral, aural or signed communications
personal and work area work procedures and practices
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
occupational health and safety procedures
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state/territory regulations and licence/permit requirements pertaining to specialised mobile crane operations
relevant state/territory road rules
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5696 TLID3207C Plan and conduct specialised lift Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWM45 TLID4032 Plan and conduct specialised lift Unit of competency