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Plan for and coordinate log loading and haulage operations

Plan for and coordinate log loading and haulage operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT4220
State Code
ODS72
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for and coordinate log loading and haulage operations to facilitate the movement of logs from a native forest or plantation to an end point for processing.The unit applies to individuals who plan and coordinate log loading and haulage operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Check access and landing areas used for loading operations
  • 1.1 Inspect access and landing area to identify risks that may lead to vehicle collisions and/or vehicle instability
  • 1.2 Check loading area to identify factors that may adversely impact on the effectiveness of on-board mass management systems such as load scales
  • 1.3 Confirm that the loading area surface is stable and is not subject to excessive compaction during loading operations that may result in on-board mass systems providing inaccurate axle mass information
  • 1.4 Consult with relevant personnel to confirm the maximum cross fall slope of landings and log loading areas for the effective operation of on-board mass management systems
  • 1.5 Confirm that the layout of the loading area does not adversely impact on the ability of both the loader and the driver to inspect the load configuration and to ensure that load restraint and load dimensions are correct
2. Plan and select log haulage route
  • 2.1 Plan route, taking into account regulatory requirements, mass, dimension, fatigue and the correct matching of vehicle class, configuration, length and roadway
  • 2.2 Establish routes that minimise potential risks by assessing and taking into account weather conditions, changes in log dimensions, frequency of vehicles accessing the route, speed, fatigue, availability of locations to inspect load conditions and community activity on intended route
  • 2.3 Consult with other key parties, where possible, to integrate feedback relating to route planning and selection to reduce risks and inform future route planning
  • 2.4 Ensure near miss reporting systems are in place to permit feedback from drivers and others on risks impacting on the route and inform future route planning
  • 2.5 Inform driver and other relevant personnel of the selected route and associated conditions and timing for log haulage task
3. Select haulage vehicle compatible with load
  • 3.1 Identify mass and dimensions of intended load
  • 3.2 Determine the appropriate vehicle for the haulage task
  • 3.3 Check that vehicle maintenance and pre-start check schedules are up-to-date and appropriate for the operating environment
  • 3.4 Confirm that the intended load can be transported in accordance with loading and stability requirements
  • 3.5 Inform relevant parties if the intended load type is in breach of loading requirements
4. Coordinate and monitor implementation of log loading and haulage operations
  • 4.1 Plan rosters and schedules that meet contracted haulage requirements and which ensure that drivers do not exceed regulated driving hours, exceed speed limits, fail to meet minimum rest requirements or drive while impaired by fatigue
  • 4.2 Maintain records of drivers’ activities, including work and rest times, according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure driver compliance with onsite traffic management plan
  • 4.4 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure drivers do not work while impaired by fatigue or drive in breach of their work or rest options
  • 4.5 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure vehicles are regularly maintained and that speed limiters, if fitted, function properly
  • 4.6 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that vehicles are safely loaded in a way that does not exceed mass or dimension limits
  • 4.7 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that drivers moving freight containers have a valid Container Weight Declaration
  • 4.8 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that loads are appropriately restrained with appropriate restraint equipment
  • 4.9 Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to minimise environmental impact of loading and haulage operations
  • 4.10 Report to relevant personnel on implementation of log loading and haulage operations
5. Participate in load audits
  • 5.1 Participate in load audits on a regular scheduled basis
  • 5.2 Use information derived from load audits to identify risks relating to particular haulage tasks and use this information to inform future planning
6. Develop lead risk indicators and participate in incident reporting
  • 6.1 Ensure systems are in place for effective near miss reporting for the freight task/s by drivers and others
  • 6.2 Ensure that drivers are aware of their responsibilities for reporting near misses
  • 6.3 Monitor outcomes of near miss reports to develop lead indicators for freight task/s
  • 6.4 Communicate lead indicators for the freight task/s to relevant parties that can influence the risk and control measures
  • 6.5 Ensure systems are in place for effective incident reporting and subsequent investigation/s
  • 6.6 Ensure incidents are assessed for actual or potential severity and suitable levels of investigation applied
  • 6.7 Record and analyse information on near misses, lead indicators and incidents and report to appropriate personnel
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHL5 FWP40121 Certificate IV in Forest Operations Qualification