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Direct crane operations

Direct crane operations

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID0004
State Code
OBR47
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/06/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/08/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/08/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to direct crane operations in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements as part of work activities in the stevedoring, transport, distribution and allied industries.It includes checking work area, checking cargo, receiving and interpreting directions, anticipating cargo transfer sequence, directing crane operators and transferring loads in accordance with job requirements.Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for crane operations
  • 1.1 Work area is inspected for compliance with relevant safety codes, national standards, legislation and workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures implemented
  • 1.3 Unsafe work areas are reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Communication method to be used is confirmed and tested
  • 1.5 Cargo is identified and checked to ensure safe to handle in accordance with workplace procedures and equipment limitations
  • 1.6 Unsafe, damaged or hazardous cargo is identified and reported to appropriate personnel
2 Direct crane operators and transfer cargo
  • 2.1 Crane operator is directed to cargo location and cargo is transferred in accordance with lift plan and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Directions to crane operator are confirmed to ensure any unclear instructions are clarified
  • 2.3 Contingency plan is identified and implemented, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Crane operators are alerted to unsafe conditions, safety incidents and emergencies in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVJ71 TLID4009 Direct crane operations Unit of competency