Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely use basic lifting equipment such as slings, ropes, shackles, eye bolts and spreader beams.
It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Support
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Attach lifting gear to loads |
1.1 All work is undertaken safely and to prescribed procedures 1.2 Load is inspected and best lifting method determined for weight and shape 1.3 Appropriate load shifting equipment is selected 1.4 Lifting gear is inspected and damaged or worn items are labelled and rejected 1.5 Where appropriate, safe working loads are calculated to Australian Standards 1.6 Lifting gear is attached to load in an appropriate and safe manner, and to specifications where required |
2. Move loads |
2.1 Load moving is performed to acceptable, safe working practices, Australian Standards, codes of practice and specifications 2.2 Lifting gear is connected to load mover using safe and appropriate techniques 2.3 Appropriate communication and signals are used to coordinate load movement safely 2.4 Load is grounded or put down in a safe and stable manner according to prescribed procedure 2.5 All lifting gear is detached from load mover and load |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 2.4 |
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Writing |
1.4 |
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Oral Communication |
2.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.2, 1.5, 2.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1-2.4 |
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Get the work done |
1.2-1.4, 2.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICPSUP235 Lift loads mechanically |
ICPSU235C Lift loads mechanically |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d