RIIMPO322D Conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations

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RIIMPO322D Conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations

Modification History

Release	Comment
1	This unit replaces RIIMPO322A Conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations. Performance Criteria amended to include Manoeuvring, Driving and Parking Up; made requirements more explicit; introduced Housekeeping element.
2	Editorial corrections; Modification History added.
3	Removed repetition from Performance Criteria; amended Performance Evidence wording; amend reference to Licensing requirements in Unit Application; editorial corrections.
4	Required frequency and volume of evidence amended in Performance evidence. Substantial amendments made in Assessment Conditions field, including: references to Industry Sectors, assessor and subject matter expert experience requirements, how assessment should be conducted and what it should confirm.

Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations in Civil construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

Unit Sector

Civil construction

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for tracked front end loader operations	1.1 Access, interpret and apply tracked front end loader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions 1.3 Identify and address 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 traffic management signage requirements 1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities 1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate front end loader	2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures 2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 2.3 Continually monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment 2.4 Drive and operate front end loader, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions 2.5 Complete work plan within the operating capacity of the equipment 2.6 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
3. Attach, secure, lift, carry and place	3.1 Conduct communication practices associated with transportation and lifting of materials 3.2 Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine 3.3 Select , attach and use slings and lifting gear in accordance with safe working load requirements 3.4 Position machinery to ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials according to job specifications 3.5 Shift load safely and effectively 3.6 Move load using hand/audible/communication signals
4. Relocate the front end loader	4.1 Prepare front end loader for relocation 4.2 Move front end loader safely between work sites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements 4.3 Load and unload machine from float/trailer
5. Carry out machine operator maintenance	5.1 Prepare machine for maintenance 5.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding 5.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 5.4 Return machine to service 5.5 Process written maintenance records
6. Conduct housekeeping activities	6.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan 6.2 Process records

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

No equivalent unit

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272