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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Conduct pre-operational checks
   • Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used in accordance with workplace procedures
2. Pre-operational checks of ramp equipment are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
3. Fluid levels are topped up as required in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Ramp equipment faults and malfunctions identified during pre-operational checks are rectified or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5. Operate ramp equipment as part of baggage loading/unloading operations
   • Ramp equipment is manoeuvred to aircraft and positioned in preparation for baggage loading/unloading operations in accordance with workplace procedures, local instructions and relevant regulatory requirements
6. Height of ramp equipment is adjusted to align with baggage hold doorway and baggage carts in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
7. Ramp equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and manufacturer instructions
8. Hazards associated with operation of ramp equipment are identified and appropriate precautions are taken in accordance with WHS/OHS regulations and workplace hazard management strategies
9. Safe manual handling techniques are applied when handling baggage as part of ramp operation activities in accordance with WHS/OHS regulations and workplace procedures
10. Loading/unloading of baggage is completed in collaboration with other members of ramp team in accordance with team leader/supervisor directions, load plan, workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
11. Retract and store ramp equipment
    • Ramp equipment is retracted and manoeuvred to storage bay/area at completion of loading activities in accordance with workplace procedures
12. Post-operational checks of ramp equipment are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
13. Ramp equipment faults and malfunctions identified during post-operational checks are rectified or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
14. Ramp equipment is refuelled and fluid levels are topped up in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant regulatory requirements and manufacturer instructions
15. Equipment log or operational documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures, local instructions and regulatory requirements

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

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