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Operate a forklift

Operate a forklift

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIHAN201D
State Code
WH295
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to operate a forklift in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.The work required in this unit relates to the National Standard for High Risk Work. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for forklift operations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply forklift and load handling documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and briefings before proceeding
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify approved forklift attachments and comply with operating capacities of the allocated equipment
  • 1.6 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencing, during and on completion of the work activity
2. Operate forklift
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures
  • 2.2 Monitor and anticipate traffic flow and work area conditions, facilitate safe operations and ensure the most efficient route of travel is selected and used
  • 2.3 Correctly fit, use and remove approved forklift attachments
  • 2.4 Manoeuvre and position forklift smoothly
  • 2.5 Secure, lift, transfer and place load correctly
  • 2.6 Act/report on monitoring systems and alarms
  • 2.7 Recognise and respond to site hazards and emergency situations
  • 2.8 Complete work correctly
3. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Carry out forklift inspections and fault finding techniques
  • 3.2 Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks
  • 3.3 Carry out minor maintenance
  • 3.4 Process written records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB269 RIIHAN201A Operate a forklift Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAK87 RIIHAN201E Operate a forklift Unit of competency