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. 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.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out according to company policies and procedures, legislation, regulations and industrial awards and agreements
Workplace information
Workplace information may include:
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
OHS procedures
equipment manufacturers' advice
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
codes of practice and related advice
Equipment
Equipment may include but is not limited to:
trolleys
pallet jacks
conveyors,
vacuum lifters
other mechanical handling and lifting aids and equipment
Task-specific training
Task specific training is provided as appropriate
Contributions to manual handling risk minimisation
Contributions to manual handling risk minimisation includes:
reporting equipment requiring maintenance, especially wheeled equipment or other equipment where friction may increase force requirements
Changes to workplace layout and environment
Changes to workplace layout and environment within area of control may include but not be limited to:
changes in location of load, such as use of bench to not lift from floor
arrangement of items to eliminate above shoulder handling
placement of trolley
using sit stand stools
using task lighting
using a footrest
Task modifications within area of control
Task modifications within area of control may include but are not limited to:
changes to frequency, duration, number of objects handled
route selected
seeking assistance as appropriate
housekeeping to minimise obstacles
Assessment of risks and evaluation of control options according to the hierarchy of control
Assessment of risks and evaluation of control options according to the hierarchy of control is carried out in consultation with others as required by workplace arrangements and regulatory requirements for risk assessment and control

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.

Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
identify manual handling tasks required for work activity and associated risks
eliminate risk through movement, posture and effectively using equipment provided
modify work to eliminate or minimise risk
apply safe work procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
work procedures, including advice on manual handling requirements and safe work practices
workplace documentation and related advice, such as codes of practice to support OHS arrangements for hazard identification, risks assessment and control
materials and related equipment as appropriate for manual handling
information on equipment capacity and operating procedures where relevant
reporting and monitoring systems.

Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role.

Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.