Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Hazards may include:
ground stability (e.g. ground condition, recently filled trenches, slopes)
overhead hazards (e.g. powerlines, service pipes, trees, buildings etc.)
insufficient lighting
traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, plant)
environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
other specific hazards (e.g. tidal areas, chainsaws, pressure washers, dangerous materials
Hazard control measures may include:
Refers to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls
It includes the application of the hierarchy of control - the six-step preference of control measures to manage and control risk:
1. elimination
2. substitution
3. isolation
4. engineering control measures
5. using safe work practices
6. personal protective equipment
Appropriate standards may include:
codes of practice
legislation
Australian Standards
manufacturer's specifications
industry standards (where applicable)
Elevating work platformmay include:
The operation of a telescoping device, hinged device, or articulated device or any combination of these used to support a platform on which personnel, equipment and materials may be elevated to perform work. Excluded from this definition are platforms of less than 11 metres boom length.
The 11 metre boom length shall be taken to mean the greater of the following:
(a) The vertical distance from the floor of the platform to the surface supporting the elevating work platform with the platform at its maximum height; or
(b) The nominal reach, measured horizontally from the centre point of rotation to the outer edge of the platform in its most extended position
Communication method may include:
verbal and non-verbal language
written instructions
signage
hand signals
listening
questioning to confirm understanding
appropriate worksite protocol
Service logbook may include:
any logbook
service book
history record system where the service and maintenance history is kept
Procedures may include:
manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications, operators manual or checklists)
industry operating procedures
workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists)
Safety equipment may include:
safety harness
energy absorber
lanyard
anchor points
Safety devices may include:
horns/sirens
audible and visual reversing devices
operator restraint devices (platform gate)
lights (where applicable)
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radios
mobile phone
Ground suitability may include:
rough uneven ground
backfilled ground
soft soils
hard compacted soil
rock
bitumen
concrete
Stability may include:
deploying outriggers
establishing correct size plates or packing
correctly positioning plates or packing
Hazard prevention/control measures may include:
safety tags on electrical switches/isolators
insulated powerlines
safety observer used inside exclusion zone
disconnected power
traffic barricades and controls
illumination requirements
pedestrian controls
trench covers
movement of obstructions
personal protective equipment
suitable area for set-up
suitable firm and stable standing
Relevant plant movements may include:
raising boom
lowering boom
slewing
hinging
articulating
telescoping
Best mobile practice may include:
minimum speed
gentle acceleration and braking
minimum boom/jib length
avoiding ground depressions
Unplanned and/or unsafe situationsmay include:
loss of power
failure of controls
contact with overhead electrical conductors
damage caused by contact with obstructions
illness of personnel
Shut down may include:
retracting boom/jib (where applicable)
folding boom/jib into the transport position
retracting outriggers/stabilisers
idling engine to stabilise temperature
turning off engine (where applicable)
removing key from ignition (where applicable)

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Successful assessment of this unit meets the competency requirement of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.
State/territory OH&S regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment for this unit which have been endorsed by the national body responsible for OH&S matters.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Compliance with OH&S licensing legislation.
Emergency procedures and safety equipment, including the use of safety harnesses, energy absorbers, lanyard and anchor points.
Assessment of ground conditions to confirm that the site is suitable (e.g. firm, level and safe) to extend and travel the elevating work platform.
Risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the elevating work platform (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, wind, pedestrians and tipping).
Appropriate procedures for estimation of loads, to ensure that the elevating work platform is not overloaded.
Positioning and operation of the elevating work platform to ensure that the safest lift is performed.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of the safe and effective application of knowledge and skill to workplace tasks (performance) must be undertaken using the endorsed Assessment Instrument.
Assessment of performance must be undertaken either in the workplace or in a realistically simulated workplace.
Assessors must ensure that the assessment in the workplace is organised to ensure that all the required equipment and materials and a suitable working area is made available to suit the assessment and the workplace.
Assessment must occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant appropriate standard requirements.
Applicants must have access to:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment
appropriate safety equipment in safe condition
appropriate elevated working platform and associated equipment in safe condition
communication equipment (e.g. two-way radios, mobile phones etc.) where applicable.
Method of assessment
Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instruments. These Instruments provide advice on their application.
The use of 'simulators' in the assessment of this unit of competency is not acceptable.
Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Guidance information for assessment
Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from state/territory OH&S regulators.