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Operate a truck-mounted loading crane

Operate a truck-mounted loading crane

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCCM3002
State Code
OCQ97
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively operate a truck-mounted loading crane to load and unload building products delivered from suppliers to the construction site. It includes set-up, operation, control and shutdown of the crane.This unit supports workers who safely and efficiently use a truck-mounted loading crane to handle construction materials and who would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self direction. Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to operate truck-mounted crane.
  • 1.1 Interpret work order and associated documentation and clarify requirements with relevant persons.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes, work health and safety, environmental and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select plant, tools and equipment required for work tasks, check for serviceability and rectify or report identified faults.
  • 1.4 Conduct calculations to ensure load mass does not exceed the working capacity of the crane and manufacturer limits.
  • 1.5 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for work activities.
2 Set up and operate truck-mounted crane.
  • 2.1 Position truck at the designated drop-off point on a level operating surface.
  • 2.2 Activate crane and manoeuvre it to its operating position from its lockdown position.
  • 2.3 Check crane movements comply with requirements for safe crane operation.
  • 2.4 Prepare load for lifting in accordance with crane, truck and dogging requirements.
  • 2.5 Check that site is clear and safe to receive or dispatch the load.
  • 2.6 Manoeuvre load to position using controls in accordance with manufacturer requirements.
  • 2.7 Monitor load continually throughout its travels.
  • 2.8 Shut down crane and return it to its lockdown position.
3 Finalise operation of truck-mounted crane.
  • 3.1 Complete documentation in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 3.2 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements.
  • 3.3 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements.
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State Code National Code Title Type
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