ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Plan work 

1.1

Potential workplace hazards are identified

1.2

Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment

1.3

Weight of load is identified and estimated in consultation with associated personnel

1.4

Crane is appropriate to the load/s and workplace conditions

1.5

Appropriate path for moving loads in work area is inspected and determined

1.6

Appropriate communications methods are identified in consultation with associated personnel

2 

Conduct routine checks 

2.1

Crane is visually checked for any damage or defects

2.2

Crane is accessed in a safe manner

2.3

All signage and labels are checked to ensure they are visible and legible in accordance with the appropriate standard

2.4

Routine pre-operational crane checks are carried out in accordance with procedures

2.5

All controls are located and identified

2.6

Crane service logbook is checked for compliance

2.7

Crane is started in accordance with procedures and is checked for any abnormal noises

2.8

All crane safety devices are tested in accordance with procedures

2.9

Post-start operational checks are carried out in accordance with procedures

2.10

All communications equipment is checked for serviceability

2.11

All damage and defects are reported and recorded in accordance with procedures, and appropriate action is taken

3 

Set up crane 

3.1

Ground suitability is checked

3.2

Crane is driven to work area in accordance with procedures

3.3

Crane is positioned for work application and stability in accordance with procedures

3.4

Appropriate crane configuration for work task is determined in accordance with procedures

3.5

Boom/jib and counterweight configuration data is input into crane computer as required

3.6

Appropriate hazard prevention/control measures are applied to work area in accordance with procedures

3.7

All communications equipment is tested for functionality

4 

Transfer load 

4.1

Lifts are determined within the capacity of the crane

4.2

Boom/jib and hoist block is positioned over load following directions from associated personnel

4.3

Test lift is carried out in accordance with procedures to allow for checks to be safely made, in consultation with relevant personnel

4.4

Loads are transferred using all relevant crane movements in accordance with procedures and the appropriate standard

4.5

All required communications signals are correctly interpreted in accordance with procedures and the appropriate standard

4.6

Crane is operated in accordance with procedures

4.7

Load movement is monitored constantly, to ensure safety of personnel and load, and crane stability

4.8

Unplanned and/or unsafe situations are responded to in accordance with procedures

5 

Mobile load 

5.1

Suitability of planned route for crane is checked in accordance with procedures

5.2

Crane is configured to mobile load in accordance with procedures

5.3

Load is moved using best mobile practice in accordance with the appropriate standard

6 

Shut down and secure crane 

6.1

Crane boom/jib and equipment are stowed and secured as required, in accordance with procedures and the appropriate standard

6.2

Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied as required

6.3

Outriggers/stabilisers are stowed and secured as required in accordance with procedures

6.4

Crane is shut down in accordance with procedures

6.5

Routine post-operational crane checks are carried out in accordance with procedures

6.6

Plates or packing are stowed and secured as required

6.7

All damage and defects are recorded and reported in accordance with procedures, and appropriate action is taken

Skill 

Performance feature 

Employment skills to:

• operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) in different types of workplaces transferring key principles of safe operation to different contexts
• improve own performance in safely and efficiently operating a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) by incorporating learnings from different workplaces and different conditions into current performance

Numeracy skills to:

• interpret numerical information including:

• selecting appropriate non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) in accordance with load and workplace conditions
• load weight assessment, to ensure compliance with non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) data plate specifications
• controlling and monitoring instrument readings

Language skills to:

• use and interpret vocabulary specific to non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) operations and workplace procedures to communicate with other workplace personnel
• use non-verbal feedback to support effective communication
• use relevant two-way radio conventions

Literacy (reading ) skills to:

• interpret documentation that includes technical specificity including:

• non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) data plate
• plant operation manuals and manufacturer specifications
• workplace procedures, including emergency plan
• workplace signage and labels

Literacy (writing) skills to:

• accurately record and maintain information relating to operating a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity), including:

• incident reports
• vehicle checking and maintenance records

Self-management skills to:

• implement risk control measures
• initiate emergency management strategies

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must provide evidence of safely operating a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonne capacity and satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills requirements of the unit on at least one occasion including:

• applying appropriate mathematical procedures to estimate loads
• applying best mobile practice including:

• carrying load near to the ground surface
• gently accelerating and braking (to minimise load swing)
• minimum boom/jib length
• minimum speed
• using handheld taglines

• applying hazard prevention/control measures including:

• adequate illumination
• disconnected power
• insulated electric lines
• movement of obstructions
• pedestrian barricades
• personal protective equipment
• safety tags on electrical switches/isolators
• using safety observer inside exclusion zone
• traffic barricades and control
• trench covers

• applying risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the crane
• applying risk assessment and management procedures
• assessing ground conditions to confirm site is suitable (e.g. firm, level and safe) to operate crane
• communicating with other workplace personnel through:

• appropriate worksite protocols
• bells
• buzzers
• listening
• making and interpreting hand signals
• questioning to confirm understanding
• signage
• two-way radios
• verbal and non-verbal language
• written instructions

• completing the pre-operational check, positioning, stabilising, set up, operation, post-operational checks of a mobile crane including all functions to their maximum extension in the lifting and moving of loads to the safe working rated capacity of a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes capacity in conjunction with other relevant personnel
• complying with work health and safety WHS/OHS licensing legislation
• operating a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes capacity including all functions to their maximum extension in lifting and moving loads to the safe working rated capacity in conjunction with other relevant personnel while applying crane movements including:

• telescope in and out
• boom/jib up and down
• articulating as required
• raising and lowering hoist as required

• receiving and interpreting workplace instructions, safety information, emergency procedures
• recording and maintaining accurate information relating to crane operations
• shutting down a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes capacity in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures including:

• idling engine to stabilise temperature
• retracting boom/jib/fly as required
• retracting hoist rope and hook block
• retracting outriggers/stabilisers as required
• turning off engine

• stabilising a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes capacity by:

• correctly positioning plates or packing
• deploying outriggers
• establishing correct size plates or packing

• test-lifting load just clear of lifting plane to ensure:

• adjustments to slinging can be made in a safe manner
• all crane equipment is functioning properly
• load measuring equipment can be used to verify calculated weight of load
• loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung
• near capacity loads do not overload crane

• using and interpreting crane manufacturer specifications and data, including load charts, to enable crane to be configured for load including:

• boom/jib
• counterweights
• fly-jib

• using communication signals including:

• stop – hand
• stop – whistle
• hoist up – hand
• hoist up – whistle
• hoist down – hand
• hoist down – whistle
• luff boom down – hand
• luff boom down – whistle
• luff boom up – hand
• luff boom up – whistle
• telescope out – hand
• telescope out – whistle
• telescope in – hand
• telescope in – whistle
• slew/articulate right – hand
• slew/articulate right – whistle
• slew/articulate left – hand
• slew/articulate left – whistle

• verifying problems and equipment faults, and applying appropriate response procedures to unplanned and/or unsafe situations including:

• environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
• failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering)
• failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system)
• obstacles and obstructions
• unusual or difficult terrains.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring loads
• Australian and industry standards relevant to operating a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity)
• Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the crane class
• ground suitability including:

• backfilled ground
• bitumen
• concrete
• hard compacted soil
• rock
• rough uneven ground
• soft soils

• hazards including:

• environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
• ground stability (e.g. ground condition, recently filled trenches, slopes)
• insufficient lighting
• obstacles or obstruction
• other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials)
• overhead hazards (e.g. electric lines, service pipes)
• traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, other plant)
• unusual or difficult terrains

• hierarchy of hazard identification and control:

• elimination
• substitution
• isolation
• engineering controls
• administrative controls
• personal protective equipment (PPE)

• non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes capacity characteristics and capabilities to allow the configuration of the crane to suit the range of loads
• organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting operations for the crane class
• procedures for recording, reporting and maintaining workplace records and information
• rated capacity and working load limits (including using crane load charts)
• risks associated with overhead electric lines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping and demolition sites, other vehicles and personnel
• systematic process of eliminating or reducing risk to personnel and property through the application of controls
• typical routine problems encountered operating crane and equipment, and adjustments required for correction.

Assessments must be conducted by an assessor accredited for this high risk work (HRW) licence class in the Commonwealth/state/territory where the licence will be obtained (i.e. an assessor authorised by a Commonwealth/state/territory WHS/OHS regulator).

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which may include requirements in the Standards forRegistered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and all assessment must be conducted in the English language.

Assessment of performance must be undertaken in the workplace and/or under realistic workplace conditions which typically reflect:

• performing tasks/activities within timelines that would be expected in a workplace
• standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
• using full-scale equipment.

Non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) operation assessment must be conducted in a working zone in accordance with state/territory arrangements.

If the working zone is located at a ‘live’ site, assessment should continue in all weather conditions unless the safety of the candidate or others could be compromised.

Simulators must not  be used in the assessment of this unit of competency.

Accredited assessors are responsible for ensuring candidates have access to:

• appropriate non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes including articulated type mobile cranes, locomotive cranes and associated equipment in safe condition
• appropriate personnel to sling and direct loads including:

• doggers
• riggers

• communications equipment including:

• bells
• buzzers
• fixed channel two-way radios
• whistles

• controls including:

• boom extension levers
• hoisting and lowering levers
• luffing levers
• slewing levers including brake

• required personal protective equipment (PPE) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment
• safety devices including:

• audible and visual reversing devices
• horns/sirens
• lights

• signage and labels including:

• crane data plates/labels
• load charts
• crane decals
• control labels

• where appropriate, relevant workplace procedures and standards for operating a non-slewing mobile crane greater than 3 tonnes including:

• approved codes of practice and guidance
• Australian Standards
• checklists
• industry operating procedures
• relevant industry standards (where applicable)
• logbook
• manufacturer guidelines (instructions, specifications or checklists) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment
• safe work method statement (SWMS), as required
• service logbook
• operator restraint devices.