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Operate support equipment

Operate support equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMPO208F
State Code
OAK74
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/03/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
27/03/2019
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate support equipment. Support equipment may include skid steer vehicle, tractor, backhoe, excavator, small front end loader, vibrator roller, sheep foot roller, chain saw and telescopic handlers.This unit applies to those working in site-based roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for support equipment operations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply support equipment documentation
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
  • 1.5 Select required support equipment and confirm suitability for work activities
  • 1.6 Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity
2. Operate support equipment in line with established requirements to complete work activity
  • 2.1 Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Drive and operate equipment using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Change and operate ancillary attachments to the support equipment
  • 2.5 Operate support equipment with and without ancillary attachments
  • 2.6 Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
  • 2.7 Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 3.1 Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
  • 3.3 Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWB62 RIIMPO208E Operate support equipment Unit of competency