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Shift loads using manually-operated equipment

Shift loads using manually-operated equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID0019
State Code
ODP94
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/03/2022
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
14/03/2022
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using manually-operated equipment. It includes assessing the risks associated with relocating the load, planning the relocation process, carrying out the relocation with the aid of the equipment in accordance with the plan, and refurbishing the equipment and worksite in compliance with the relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations within the transport and logistics industry.Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assess risks associated with relocating loads
  • 1.1 Products, goods or materials to be relocated are identified and assessed for the appropriate relocation method
  • 1.2 Storage location is determined
  • 1.3 Routes to be followed are identified
  • 1.4 Points of balance are estimated
  • 1.5 Risks in potential routes are considered
  • 1.6 Lifting equipment to minimise potential risks is identified
  • 1.7 Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is identified and used
  • 1.8 Tools, load shifting equipment and other materials are selected and checked for serviceability and defects are reported to appropriate personnel
2 Plan relocationof loads
  • 2.1 Load is examined to determine condition, length, bulk and weight
  • 2.2 Load shifting equipment is selected in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Safe procedures for using lifting equipment are identified, including the calculation of safe working load (SWL) and/or working load limit (WLL), for weight of goods to be moved
  • 2.4 Process for relocating load is proposed, including predicting and planning for potential difficulties
  • 2.5 Proposed process is checked against relevant code of practice and workplace procedures for compliance
  • 2.6 Lifting equipment and accessories are checked for safe operation in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
3 Relocate loads
  • 3.1 Unsafe equipment is reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Load is broken down, where applicable, to allow handling and moving a number of single items to ensure the maximum weight is not exceeded in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Mechanical aids and field machines are constructed, when required, by the approved shifting method, so the load can be shifted in accordance with job instructions
  • 3.4 Safe working limits for lifting equipment are identified and maintained
  • 3.5 Planned process and route are followed using equipment within necessary range of limitations
  • 3.6 Relocated materials are set down without damage to goods, personnel or equipment and are checked for stability
  • 3.7 Relocation is checked to ensure it meets work requirements and variances are reported to appropriate personnel
4 Maintain equipment and worksite
  • 4.1 Worksite is cleaned and cleared of debris and unwanted material
  • 4.2 Field machines, tools and equipment are cleaned, inspected, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVJ75 TLID1002 Shift a load using manually-operated equipment Unit of competency