Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Hazards
May include but not limited to:
ground stability (e.g. ground condition, recently filled trenches, slopes)
overhead hazards (e.g. powerlines, service pipes)
traffic (e.g. pedestrians, vehicles, other plant)
insufficient lighting
environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
other specific hazards (e.g. dangerous materials)
Hazard control measures
Refers to the systematic process of eliminating or reducing the risk to personnel and property through the application of controls
It includes the application of the hierarchy of control, the six-step preference of control measures to manage and control risk:
1 elimination
2 substitution
3 isolation
4 engineering control measures
5 using safe work practices
6 personal protective equipment
Appropriate standard
May include but not limited to:
codes of practice (mobile crane)
legislation
Australian standard
manufacturer's specifications
industry standards (where applicable)
Associated personnel
May include but not limited to:
riggers
doggers
Appropriate
May include but not limited to:
crane capabilities
environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
Crane
May include a boom or jib, which is capable of being slewed (up to 20 tonnes capacity)
The slewing mobile crane up to 20 tonnes classification encompasses the requirements for the non-slewing mobile crane classification and the vehicle loading crane classification
NB: This excludes front-end loader, backhoe, excavator or like equipment when configured for crane operation
Communication method
May include but not limited to:
verbal and non-verbal language
written instructions
signage
hand signals
listening
questioning to confirm understanding
appropriate worksite protocol
Signage and labels
May include but not limited to:
crane data plates/labels
load charts
crane decals
control labels
Procedures
May include but not limited to:
manufacturer's guidelines (instructions, specifications or checklists)
industry operating procedures
workplace procedures (work instructions, operating procedures, checklists)
Controls
May include but not limited to:
luffing levers
hoisting and lowering levers
slewing levers including brake
boom extension levers (where fitted)
Service logbook
May include but not limited to:
any logbook
service book
history record system where the service and maintenance history is kept
Crane safety devices
May include but not limited to:
horns/sirens
audible and visual reversing devices
operator restraint devices
lights
Communication equipment
May include but not limited to:
two-way radios
whistles
bells
buzzers
NB: where radio communication equipment is used the transmitting frequencies of the equipment must be selected to prevent interference to or from other radio equipment being used in the vicinity of the crane
Ground suitability
May include but not limited to:
rough uneven ground
backfilled ground
soft soils
hard compacted soil
rock
bitumen
concrete
Stability
May include but not limited to:
deploying outriggers
establishing correct size plates or packing
correctly positioning plates or packing
Crane configuration
May include but not be limited to:
boom/jib
fly-jib
counterweights
Hazard prevention/control measures
May include but not limited to:
safety tags on electrical switches/isolators
insulated powerlines
safety observer used inside exclusion zone
disconnected power
traffic barricades and control
pedestrian barricades
trench covers
movement of obstructions
personal protective equipment
adequate illumination
Test lift
The load is lifted just clear of the lifting plane to allow for checks to be safely made in consultation with associated personnel to ensure that:
near capacity loads do not overload the crane
loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung
load measuring equipment can be used to verify the calculated weight of the load
all crane equipment is functioning properly
adjustments to the slinging can be made in a safe manner
Relevant crane movements
May include but not limited to:
telescope in and out
boom/jib up and down
slew boom/jib
operation of outriggers/stabilisers
raise and lower hoist
travel
Communication signals
May include but not limited to:
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 left - hand
slew left - whistle
slew right - hand
slew right - whistle
travel - hand
Unplanned and/or unsafe situations
May include but not limited to:
failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering)
failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system)
environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.)
Planned route
May include but not limited to:
unusual or difficult terrains
obstacles or obstruction
Best mobile practice
May include but not limited to:
minimum speed
gentle acceleration and braking (to minimise load swing)
minimum boom/jib length
carrying the load near to the ground surface
boom/jib in line with the crane
boom/jib as low as possible
load faces uphill
use of handheld taglines
Shut Down
May include but not limited to:
retracting boom/jib
retracting hoist rope and hook block
positioning/securing boom/jib
retracting outriggers/stabilisers
idling engine to stabilise temperature
turning off engine (where applicable)
removing key from ignition (where applicable)
locking and securing cabin (where applicable)

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Successful assessment of this unit meets the competency requirement of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.
State/territory OH&S regulators have mandated the use of Assessment Instruments and Instructions for Assessment for this unit which have been endorsed by the national body responsible for OH&S matters.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Compliance with OH&S licensing legislation.
Communicate and work safely with others in the work area.
Risk assessment and management procedures (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, crane tipping and demolition sites).
Complete 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 the mobile crane up to 20 tonne capacity in conjunction with other associated personnel.
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of the safe and effective application of knowledge and skill to workplace tasks (performance) must be undertaken using the endorsed Assessment Instrument.
Assessment of performance must be undertaken either in the workplace or in a realistically simulated workplace setting.
Assessors must ensure that the assessment in the workplace is organised to ensure that all the required equipment and materials and a suitable working area is made available to suit the assessment and the workplace.
Assessment must occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant appropriate standard requirements.
Applicants must have access to:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the purpose of the Performance Assessment
appropriate slewing mobile crane (up to 20 tonne) and associated equipment in safe condition
suitable loads as specified by the endorsed Assessment Instrument
communication equipment (e.g. two-way radios, whistles, etc.)
other associated personnel to sling and direct the loads
Method of assessment
Assessment must be conducted using the endorsed Assessment Instruments. These Instruments provide advice on their application.
Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency.
The use of 'simulators' in the assessment of this unit of competency is not acceptable.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is not only able to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Guidance information for assessment
Further information about endorsed Assessment Instruments may be obtained from state/territory OH&S regulators.