Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 4:56 PM AWST
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Shift loads using gantry equipment
Shift loads using gantry equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLID4307B
TLID4307B
State Code
S5704
S5704
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/11/2010
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
25/11/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using gantry equipment in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements, including planning the work for the prevailing working conditions; using the controls and operating systems to manage the operation of the equipment; locating the load and identifying the load characteristics; safely moving the load; monitoring the controls; and stopping, shutting down and securing the equipment after the completion of operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan work for the prevailing working conditions
- 1.1 Traffic flow, weather and work area conditions are constantly assessed and anticipated to allow safe operation to ensure no injury to people, or damage to equipment, loads or facilities
- 1.2 Characteristics of the load are taken into account to ensure that, where applicable, appropriate attachments/gear are used to move the load
- 1.3 Any occurrences in the work area that may affect the safety and efficiency of operations are reported to the appropriate personnel
2 Use controls and operating systems to manage the operation of the equipment
- 2.1 Equipment is prepared and appropriate attachments fitted (where applicable)
- 2.2 Gear and operational levers are checked to ensure that they are in the neutral position prior to inserting ignition key and starting engine
- 2.3 Engine is started in accordance with manufacturers guidelines to bring the engine to speed
- 2.4 Instruments and gauges are monitored during start-up and operations to ensure that operation is within manufacturers specifications and workplace and regulatory safety requirements
- 2.5 Engine power is managed for efficiency of equipment movement and economy of equipment operations
- 2.6 Equipment operations are conducted within manufacturers specified torque range
- 2.7 Any faults or damage to equipment are immediately reported to the appropriate personnel
3 Locate load and identify load characteristics
- 3.1 Load is located and identified according to instructions
- 3.2 Requirements for Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL) of the gantry equipment are identified
- 3.3 Load weight and dimensions are checked to ensure they fall within the capacity of the equipment
- 3.4 Loading and unloading plans are followed to ensure efficiency and safety of operations
- 3.5 Characteristics of the load are taken into account to ensure that appropriate loading and unloading procedures are followed
- 3.6 Hazardous cargo is identified and relevant procedures are taken into account when planning and conducting the work
4 Safely move load
- 4.1 Equipment is operated and positioned using smooth and controlled movements
- 4.2 Manoeuvres are within the limits of the equipment and in line with manufacturers specifications
- 4.3 Load is moved ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to equipment or cargo
- 4.4 Continuous communication is maintained with personnel assisting the operator in the load movement operations using appropriate communications technology and procedures
- 4.5 In the event of a safety incident or emergency, the equipment is immediately stopped and workplace emergency procedures followed
- 4.6 Safety incidents and emergencies are reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5 Monitor and operate controls
- 5.1 Equipment controls are monitored and operated in accordance with manufacturers operating instructions
- 5.2 Control systems are understood and acted upon in accordance with regulatory requirements, manufacturers guidelines and workplace operating procedures
- 5.3 Control faults are identified and reported in accordance with enterprise guidelines
- 5.4 Hazards in the work area are identified and appropriate measures are adopted to control the risks in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
6 Stop, shut down and secure equipment
- 6.1 Equipment is brought to a controlled halt and shut down without injury to personnel or damage to equipment, loads or facilities in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and workplace procedures
- 6.2 Equipment is secured in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Work may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise:
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
limited or restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
even or uneven surfaces
wet or dry surfaces
Cargo/freight may include:
goods/containers with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled goods and dangerous goods
Range of equipment may include:
various types of bridge and gantry cranes
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
fax
email
electronic data transfer (EDI)
RF systems
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Personnel in work area may include:
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Consultative processes may involve:
staff members
management
union representatives
industrial relations, OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
goods identification numbers and codes
manifests, bar codes, and container identification/serial number
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the shifting of loads using gantry equipment
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant codes and regulations for the shifting of cargo/containers using gantry equipment
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:
Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes
Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations
Australian and International Explosives Codes
relevant Australian Standards including AS 1418 and AS 2550
licence, patent or copyright arrangements
water and road use and licence arrangements
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
marine orders
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Work may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise:
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
limited or restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
even or uneven surfaces
wet or dry surfaces
Cargo/freight may include:
goods/containers with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled goods and dangerous goods
Range of equipment may include:
various types of bridge and gantry cranes
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
fax
electronic data transfer (EDI)
RF systems
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Personnel in work area may include:
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Consultative processes may involve:
staff members
management
union representatives
industrial relations, OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
goods identification numbers and codes
manifests, bar codes, and container identification/serial number
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the shifting of loads using gantry equipment
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant codes and regulations for the shifting of cargo/containers using gantry equipment
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:
Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes
Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations
Australian and International Explosives Codes
relevant Australian Standards including AS 1418 and AS 2550
licence, patent or copyright arrangements
water and road use and licence arrangements
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
marine orders
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2469 | TDTD4301A | Shift loads using gantry equipment | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5089 | TLID3043A | Shift loads using gantry equipment | Unit of competency |
