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Perform advanced operation of load shifting equipment

Perform advanced operation of load shifting equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM11021
State Code
OAV51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to determine lift and load requirements, work within areas of restricted movement or conditions of restricted visibility, identify loads that need special care, and operate forklifts in special traffic conditions.This unit applies to advanced forklift and load shifting skills above those required for general operation and is intended to cover load shifting applications where special-purpose equipment/accessories requiring advanced operational skills are required. Depending on the equipment being used a high risk work licence may be required and users should check with the relevant authorities.Band: AUnit Weight: 2
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify load and check against safe working load and/or relevant specifications or regulations and final position/location
  • 1.5 Identify special handling requirements of load, if applicable
  • 1.6 Lift and place load in the correct final position/location to achieve specified balance of load
2 Identify and carry loads that require special care
  • 2.1 Identify loads requiring special care
  • 2.2 Carry loads in accordance with special requirements of product according to procedures and/or regulations
3 Operate forklifts in areas of restricted movement and in special traffic conditions
  • 3.1 Collect and manoeuvre load without damage to load or collision with obstacles according to SOPs
  • 3.2 Operate forklifts in areas of heavy traffic
  • 3.3 Operate forklifts over difficult or uneven surfaces
  • 3.4 Operate forklifts in areas shared with the general public, as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5477 MEM11021B Perform advanced operation of load shifting equipment Unit of competency