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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Forklifts may include:
diesel
gas
electric
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
legislation and regulations
management plans
OHS policy
relevant code of practice
manufacturer's instructions
safe working or job procedures or equivalents
site requirements
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work requirements and briefings may include:
shift briefings
handover details
work orders
nature and scope of tasks
details and loads
achievement targets
working conditions
site lighting arrangements
defects of equipment
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements/issues
Forklift attachments may include:
tyre handler
lifting device
slipper forks
Site hazards may include:
power lines
trees
overhead service lines
bridges
surrounding buildings
obstructions
structures
facilities
other equipment
dangerous material
earthworks
underground services
Operator maintenance are those:
established and authorised for the site

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

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 worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for operating a forklift
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of a forklift
working with others to undertake and complete the operation of forklifts that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of forklift operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the operation of forklifts
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.