TLID3035A - Operate a boom type elevating work platform
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TLID3035A Operate a boom type elevating work platform
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: June 2024
Work must be carried out in compliance with the licence/permit requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory authorities pertaining to boom type elevating work platform operations.
Work is performed with limited or minimum supervision, and with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes. It involves the application of routine principles and procedures to the operation of a boom type elevating work platform in a variety of operational contexts.
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a boom type elevating work platform, including inspecting and testing the elevating work platform, assessing job requirements and work, planning work and setting up for lift, carrying out the elevation, implementing planned hazard control and strategies, and packing up the work platform after operations. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
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Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.
Required knowledge:
Relevant road rules, regulations, permit and licence requirements pertaining to boom type elevating work platform operation
Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations
Boom type elevating work platform applications, capacities, configurations, safety hazards and control mechanisms
Workplace procedures concerning the operation of a boom type elevating work platform at a worksite
Problems that may arise when operating a boom type elevating work platform and actions that should be taken to prevent or solve them
Risks and hazards involved in the operation of a boom type elevating work platform and the associated action that can be taken to eliminate or minimise the risk/hazards concerned
Focus of operation of work systems and equipment
Required skills:
Communicate effectively with others when operating a boom type elevating work platform
Read and interpret instructions, procedures, regulations, codes of practice and manuals relevant to the operation of a boom type elevating work platform
Interpret and follow operational instructions
Complete documentation related to the operation of a boom type elevating work platform
Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol
Work collaboratively with others when operating a boom type elevating work platform
Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others
Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when operating a boom type elevating work platform in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
Plan own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
Prioritise and multi-task work
Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may arise when operating a boom type elevating work platform
Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the operation of a boom type elevating work platform
Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule
Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments
Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques
Identify and correctly use equipment, processes and procedures
Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment
Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures
Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards
Monitor performance of equipment
Service equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures
Check and replenish fluids and carry out lubrication processes in the course of work activities
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in a variety of weather conditions
Environment may include movement of:
equipment
goods
materials
vehicular traffic
Customers may be:
internal or external
Boom type elevating work platform may be involved in work in a range of industry sectors including:
construction and demolition
manufacturing
waterfront
mining
primary industry
utilities (electricity, gas, water)
arboricultural
swimming pool
quarrying
Hazards may include:
power lines
noise, light, energy sources
overhead service lines
surrounding buildings, structures, facilities
underground services
obstructions
uneven or unstable ground and recently filled trenches
stationary and moving machinery and equipment
hazardous or dangerous materials
traffic hazards and congestion
Hazard management is consistent with:
the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
management
union representatives
clients
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Requirements for access and/or lift may include:
site restrictions and procedures
authorities and permits
hours of operation
induction
slings, chains, nets, brackets and other specialised lifting equipment
noise restrictions
personal protective equipment
support trucks
additional gear and equipment
communications equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Elevating platforms may include:
mechanically operated equipment
hydraulically operated equipment
electrically operated equipment
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
site procedures
Documentation/records may include:
operations manuals
Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)
site plans
induction documentation
competency standards and training materials
job specifications and procedures
manufacturers specifications
workplace operating procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
communications technology equipment, oral, aural or signed communications
personal and work area work procedures and practices
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
occupational health and safety procedures
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state/territory regulations and licence/permit requirements pertaining to the operation of boom type elevating work platforms
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Work platform is visually inspected prior to operation for any evidence of damage, structural weakness or interference according to pre-operational safety check procedures
Routine pre-operational equipment checks are carried out in accordance with available checklists
Work platform log book is checked, service requirements are noted and maintenance personnel advised of any requirements
Elevating work platform is started in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and start-up procedures for operations and any abnormal noise or movement reported to an authorised person for corrective action
Start-up checks are conducted according to manufacturers specifications and company procedures to ensure work platform and equipment are operating correctly
Faults are corrected or are reported to an authorised person for corrective action according to company procedures
The operating and emergency controls are checked for correct operation in accordance with manufacturers specifications including use of the emergency decent device
Boom is lowered under simulated emergency conditions to check for operational effectiveness
Gear and accessories are checked and damaged or worn gear is segregated and reported to an authorised person for testing/repair/destruction
Results of inspections are recorded and reported according to company procedures
Briefing, hand-over details, authorisations and clearances are received, interpreted and clarified in accordance with company and site procedures and legislative requirements
Work area is inspected and potential hazards are identified and appropriate elimination or control measures selected
Weight of load including personnel and equipment is correctly estimated to ensure job is within limits of work platform capacity
A work plan is developed and agreed with relevant workplace personnel to include hazard prevention/control measures and safety and emergency procedures in line with applicable Australian standards
A suitable firm and level standing is chosen and prepared for the location of the elevating work platform
Outriggers and stabilisers are correctly deployed and positioned in accordance with manufacturers instructions and appropriate Australian standards
Appropriate plates or packing are correctly used under the footplates as required to adequately distribute the loading
Ground is checked before and after packing is installed to ensure it is firm enough to bear the load
The job plan is developed to include hazard prevention/control measures and safety procedures in line with applicable Australian standards and to equipment manufacturers specifications
Work platform load chart is located and information on permissible loads, radii and heights taken into account in planning the job
The job plan takes into account job requirements and workplace rules and procedures
Job plan is discussed and confirmed with relevant personnel
Work gear and tools are properly stowed in the elevating work platform in accordance with Australian standards, company procedures and guides
Configuration and operation of elevating work platform are checked as necessary to ensure safe lift
Operation of work platform is carried out in accordance with the job plan, the appropriate Australian standard and manufacturers specifications
Load is constantly monitored to ensure safety of personnel, load and structural stability
Unplanned situations are responded to in line with company procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
Required signals are correctly given, interpreted and followed in accordance with appropriate Australian standards
The elevating work platform is shut down using the correct sequence of procedures in accordance with manufacturers instructions
Routine post-operational equipment checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturers instructions and available checklists and defects recorded and reported in line with company procedures
The elevating work platform is dismantled in accordance with the job plan, manufacturers instructions and relevant statutory regulations
The outriggers and stabilisers are secured and stowed in accordance with manufacturers instructions
The elevating work platform is correctly stowed and secured in accordance with manufacturers instructions and company procedures
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