Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the outcomes required to drive log trucks to a forestry harvesting site, load logs on site, deliver logs to their intended destination, and unload the logs in line with organisational procedures and regulations Compliance with licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be required in various jurisdictions This unit replaces FPICOT3226A Shift forestry logs using trucks |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit involves shifting forestry logs using trucks in a forest environment setting The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan log movement |
1.1. Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to shifting forestry logs using trucks are identified and followed 1.2. Work order is reviewed and clarified with appropriate personnel 1.3. Type of truck , ancillary equipment , accessories and configuration to be operated are checked for serviceability in line with manufacturer specifications and statutory regulations 1.4. Logging sites and logs to be transported are identified from schedules, work orders and harvesting site personnel 1.5. Truck loads, transport routes and timing with harvesting personnel are planned and permits obtained to follow statutory road regulations and road conditions 1.6. Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements |
2. Load and unload truck |
2.1. Access is identified and manoeuvring approach planned for loading and unloading sites 2.2. Condition of roads and tracks are monitored and unexpected ground, water, vegetation or other environmental conditions are reported to appropriate personnel 2.3. Truck and trailer are positioned to maintain load safety and security while loading occurs 2.4. Logs are assessed for weight, diameter, length and grade 2.5. Log positioning equipment is placed and checked or reset for planned loading 2.6. Log loading is undertaken to ensure load build meets specifications, follows sequence and locations to minimise handling, stabilises the load and meets transport requirements 2.7. Logs are secured with sufficient securing devices to satisfy safety, job and regulatory requirements 2.8. Load is inspected after transport for log movement and logs only supported by binders or chains 2.9. Safe unloading sequence is assessed and provisions are made to support logs that cannot be controlled when released 2.10. Binders and chains are released in correct sequence for truck, trailer and load configuration |
3. Transport logs |
3.1. Load is checked and trimmed to ensure safe transport with overhang warning devices fitted to follow road regulations 3.2. Engine is started with instruments and gauges monitored to ensure equipment operation is safe, in line with manufacturer specifications and safety rules 3.3. Truck is operated and driven to manufacturer specifications and legislative requirements using primary and subsidiary controls as appropriate to conditions 3.4. Logs are transported following planned or modified route with consideration for road surfaces and conditions 3.5. Periodic load safety checks are conducted and load is re -tensioned in line with statutory requirements and road conditions 3.6. Truck is monitored using gauges, warning devices and observation of performance to detect operating faults 3.7. Log shifting process and truck operations, including faults, are recorded and reported 3.8. Truck is parked to avoid site and equipment hazards, engine is shutdown and truck is secured in line with manufacturer specifications |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently shift forestry logs using trucks in line with organisational requirements |
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 of this unit and include demonstration of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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OHS requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Environmental requirements may include : |
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Legislative requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:
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Organisational requirements may include: |
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Work order is to include: |
and may also include:
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Appropriate personnel may include: |
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Truck may include: |
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Ancillary equipment may include: |
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Accessories may include: |
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Configuration is to include: |
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Logs are to include: |
assessment of:
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Communication may include: |
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Environmental conditions may include: |
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Log positioning equipment may include: |
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Load build is to include: |
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Securing devices are to include: |
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Trimming |
is the process of preparing the truck and load for safe transport |
Primary controls may include: |
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Subsidiary controls may include: |
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Re-tensioning is to include: |
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Records and reports may include: |
and may be:
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency field
Competency field |
Common Technical |