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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for grader operations
   • Access, interpret and apply grader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, read, interpret clarify and confirm work requirements
   • Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job
   • Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others
   • Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate grader
   • Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
   • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
   • Drive and operate grader, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
   • Conduct, control and monitor operations within the equipment limitations
   • Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
   • Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
   • Complete work plan within the operating capacity of the equipment
3. Carry out operator maintenance
   • Prepare machine for maintenance
   • Conduct inspection and fault finding
   • Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
   • Return machine to service
   • Process written maintenance records
4. Conduct housekeeping activities
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
   • Process records

Performance Evidence

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of grader operations, including:

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations

carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures

driving and operating the equipment to site conditions

applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

applying levelling techniques

interpreting plans, reports, maps and specifications

applying lifting techniques

selecting and using the required tools and equipment

working safely around other machines, infrastructure and personnel

works effectively with others to undertake and complete grader operations that meet all of the required outcomes, including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of conducting grader operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing a variety of grader operations including:

manoeuvring grader

blade application

ripper application

towing and pushing

building and maintaining stockpiles

carrying and placing materials

working safely around:

overhead power lines

other machines and personnel

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting grader operations:

ground conditions

isolation procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

geological and technical data (basic)

plans, reports, maps, specifications

signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics

housekeeping activities

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