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Operate and maintain stump grinding machines

Operate and maintain stump grinding machines

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB212
State Code
OBV55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/08/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate motorised stump grinding machines to safely remove tree stumps.The unit applies to individuals who operate stump grinders in a broad range of arboriculture contexts who undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for stump removal operations
  • 1.1 Confirm work instructions and stumps to be removed with supervisor
  • 1.2 Assess the size and scale of stump grinding works
  • 1.3 Identify and confirm location and depth of above and below ground services with supervisor
  • 1.4 Confirm workplace health and safety hazards and controls from job safety analysis (JSA) with supervisor
  • 1.5 Confirm availability of first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures
  • 1.6 Unload stump grinder from transport vehicle according to workplace and safety procedures
2. Carry out stump grinder pre-operational and safety checks
  • 2.1 Check maintenance log for outstanding performance issues, and report incomplete maintenance to supervisor
  • 2.2 Conduct pre-start checks on stump grinder according to manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3 Check fluid levels and fill to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.4 Check safety guards are secure and in place
  • 2.5 Check safety switches are functioning correctly
  • 2.6 Check debris curtain is in working order according to manufacturer instructions
3. Complete preparations for work
  • 3.1 Select, check and use personal protective equipment
  • 3.2 Assess stump and surrounds for impediments to grinding operations
  • 3.3 Implement workplace health, safety, site, environmental and traffic control measures
4. Operate stump grinder
  • 4.1 Plan the grinding operation and position grinder according to site conditions and operator instructions
  • 4.2 Implement stump grinder start-up procedure
  • 4.3 Operate stump grinder to grind stump according to manufacturer and operator instructions
  • 4.4 Monitor cutting operation and adjust cutting rate and depth according to manufacturer and supervisor instructions
  • 4.5 Undertake corrective action when stump grinder performance or safe operation has been compromised
  • 4.6 Implement shutdown procedures following stump removal
5. Complete stump grinding operations
  • 5.1 Dispose of waste according to work instructions and environmental procedures
  • 5.2 Clean stump grinder and equipment according to workplace and biosecurity procedures
  • 5.3 Perform operator maintenance according to manufacturer instructions
  • 5.4 Report and record stump grinder usage, maintenance and repair requirements according to repair and maintenance procedures
  • 5.5 Load and secure stump grinder onto transport vehicle according to workplace and safety procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • 5.6 Maintain records and report stump grinding outcomes according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP40 AHCARB206 Operate and maintain stump grinding machines Unit of competency