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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare to shift the load
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment.
   • Identify the type of load, safe working load and working load limits, and the distance and/or height to be moved from job instructions.
   • Determine condition, length, bulk, weight, most appropriate method to shift the load and resources required.
   • Record any damage to load and report to supervisor.
   • Develop a movement plan to identify potential difficulties and request approval for the method of shifting the load and any requirement for additional personnel from the supervisor.
   • Select and check for serviceability tools, load shifting equipment and other materials and report any defects to the supervisor.
   • Prepare work site to ensure sufficient clear space is available.
2. Shift the load
   • Break down load to allow handling and moving a number of single items to ensure the maximum weight of 500 kg is not exceeded.
   • Use mechanical strapping equipment and other securing devices to stabilise the load.
   • Sling/unsling the load using the correct securing devices.
   • Construct mechanical aids and field machines by the approved shifting method, so that the load can be shifted.
   • Identify and maintain safe working limits for lifting equipment.
   • Move load in accordance with approved shifting method and steadied by tag lines and store and stack in relocated position.
   • Report any part of the load that is damaged during the lift to the supervisor.
3. Refurbish equipment and work site
   • Clean site and clear of debris and unwanted material.
   • Clean, inspect, service, maintain and store field machines, tools and equipment.
   • Complete documentation.
4. Plan and prepare to shift the load
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment.
   • Identify the type of load, safe working load and working load limits, and the distance and/or height to be moved from job instructions.
   • Determine condition, length, bulk, weight, most appropriate method to shift the load and resources required.
   • Record any damage to load and report to supervisor.
   • Develop a movement plan to identify potential difficulties and request approval for the method of shifting the load and any requirement for additional personnel from the supervisor.
   • Select and check for serviceability tools, load shifting equipment and other materials and report any defects to the supervisor.
   • Prepare work site to ensure sufficient clear space is available.
5. Shift the load
   • Break down load to allow handling and moving a number of single items to ensure the maximum weight of 500 kg is not exceeded.
   • Use mechanical strapping equipment and other securing devices to stabilise the load.
   • Sling/unsling the load using the correct securing devices.
   • Construct mechanical aids and field machines by the approved shifting method, so that the load can be shifted.
   • Identify and maintain safe working limits for lifting equipment.
   • Move load in accordance with approved shifting method and steadied by tag lines and store and stack in relocated position.
   • Report any part of the load that is damaged during the lift to the supervisor.
6. Refurbish equipment and work site
   • Clean site and clear of debris and unwanted material.
   • Clean, inspect, service, maintain and store field machines, tools and equipment.
   • Complete documentation.

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

calculating using basic formulae and measuring

using knots and lashings

splicing and maintaining cordage and steel wire rope (SWR)

handling materials and identifying manual handling risks

using manual handling equipment to shift loads

using slings and securing devices

following instructions/directives and reporting information

using a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including language style, active listening

completing workplace forms and reports

calculating total weights of individual items and estimating overall load and comparing with safe working load(s) of equipment

shifting loads of weights up to 500 kg using at least three different methods:

chain blocks

flatbed hand trucks

hand trucks

incline planes

levers

mechanical aids and field machines

pallet trolleys

rollers

slab trolleys

utilising load shifting equipment:

anchorages

cables

chains

cordage

crow bars

measuring tape/rule

mechanical aids

packers

slings

SWR

wedges

utilising mechanical aids and field machines:

block and tackle, pulleys

gins, sheers and derricks

hand operated winches

improvised methods including Spanish windlass and par buckles

jacks

use of expedient materials such as materials obtained on the job from resources available in the local environment

using slinging devices in conjunction with a load shifting activity using a field machine

calculating safe working limits and working load limits of anchors, load attachment points and lifting/moving equipment

constructing field machines and mechanical aids

safely strapping, slinging, lifting and moving loads without damage to the load, equipment or personnel

identifying faults and deficiencies and taking action to rectify any problems

communicating effectively and work in a team

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Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

types of construction materials and their characteristics

workplace and equipment safety requirements including relevant WHS regulations, codes and standards applying to load shifting

handling requirements for different types of material and loads

storage requirements for different materials

use of tools and equipment relevant to shifting loads

pulling and lifting equipment relevant to manual handling operations

appropriate anchor points for locating slings and anchorages

estimation/calculation of weights

principles of team work

techniques for supporting others

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

verbal and nonverbal communication techniques including language style, active listening

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