Unit of competency details
RIIHAN308D - Load and unload plant (Release 1)
Summary
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Unit of competency
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Classification history
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030717 | Plant And Machine Operations | 02/May/2014 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Not applicable.
Application
ad and unload plant in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to load and unload plant
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1.1 Access, interpret and apply load handling documentation and ensure compliance the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
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, obtain and implement signage and barriers and ensure the loading/unloading site is made safe and isolated from general traffic flow
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2. Load the plant
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2.1 Confirm the dimensions and capacity of the float/trailer to safely carry the plant item
2.2 Select tools and loading equipment, check for serviceability/faults and rectify or report, verbally or in writing, prior to commencement
2.3 Confirm preparation of the plant for transportation has been completed
2.4 Place and secure loading aids
2.5 Confirm loading procedure with operator and/or guide before loading commences
2.6 Move the plant item onto the trailer/float and halt at the designated position
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3. Unload the plant
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3.1 Confirm the unloading procedure with operator and/or guide before unloading commences
3.2 Place and secure unloading aids, including ramps, in accordance with the trailer/float specifications
3.3 Slacken securing devices and remove in a sequence which optimises safety
3.4 Move the plant item off the trailer/float and halt at the designated position
3.5 Stow loading aids including ramps, bridging materials and securing devices
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Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.
Unit Mapping Information
RIIHAN308A Load and unload plant
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Not applicable.
Performance Evidence
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
- locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
- implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of loading and unloading plant including:
- applying operational safety
- driving mobile plant
- accessing, interpreting and applying technical information
- calculating volume and weights
- maintaining equipment records
- applying fault finding techniques
- complying with environmental requirements
- disposing of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials
- works effectively with others to undertake and complete the loading and unloading plant that meets all of the required outcomes including:
- complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
- communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
- communicating clearly and concisely with others to resolve coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities
- demonstrates consistent and timely completion of loading and unloading plant that safely, effectively and efficiently meet all of the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
- selecting, checking and using the required tools and equipment
- placing and securing loading and unloading aids
- moving the plant item onto and off the trailer/float
- slackening securing devices and removing in a safe sequence
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in loading and unloading plant through:
- National Standard for High Risk Work
- site and equipment safety requirements
- understanding of required hand signals
- techniques and processes for preparing plant for transportation
- basic motion and restraint theory related to heavy plant on floats or trailers
- basic center of gravity and balance theory related to heavy plant on floats or trailers
- types, operation, uses and imitations of load securing equipment
- site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities
- materials safety data sheet
- leveling techniques
- JSA's/safe work method statement
Assessment Conditions
- An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
- this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s 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 this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
- this unit must be assessed using Resources and Infrastructure Industry sector specific policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals; and,
- assessor requirements differ between sectors as follows:
- when assessing this unit in the context of the Drilling sector:
- an assessor must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through five (5) years of work in the Industry sector; or,
- where a co-assessment or partnership arrangement exists between a qualified assessor and an Industry technical expert, the Industry technical expert can hold the unit being assessed, and/or demonstrate equivalency of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate a minimum of three (3) years of continuous work in the Industry sector, with the preceding one (1) year in the unit they are co-assessing; or,
- when assessing this unit in the context of the Metalliferous Mining sector:
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years of current and continuous work with the Industry sector and must hold the TAE Assessor Skill Set or equivalent; or,
- when assessing this unit in the context of the Coal Mining sector:
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through twelve (12) month work experience in an Industry relevant to the skills being assessed within the last three (3) years; and,
- where the assessor does not have current experience a co-assessment or partnership arrangement needs to exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry technical expert/ subject matter expert. The Industry technical expert/subject matter expert must demonstrate competency in the unit being assessed, and be currently working in the sector with a minimum of twelve (12) months’ work experience within the last three (3) years; or,
- when assessing this unit in the context of the Extractive sector
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years’ work experience in the Industry sector; and,
- where the assessor does not have current experience a co-assessment or partnership arrangement needs to exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry technical expert/ subject matter expert. The Industry technical expert/subject matter expert must hold the unit being assessed and be currently working in the sector with a minimum of two (2) years’ of current work experience; or,
- when assessing this unit in the context of the Civil Construction sector
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years’ work experience in the Industry sector; and,
- where the assessor does not have current experience a co-assessment or partnership arrangement needs to exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry technical expert/ subject matter expert. The Industry technical expert/subject matter expert must hold the unit being assessed and be currently working in the sector with a minimum of two (2) years’ of current work experience.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272