Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for tracked front end loader operations
- Access, interpret and apply tracked front end loader operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
- Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
- Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
- Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- Identify, obtain and implement traffic management signage requirements
- Select required tracked front end loader equipment and/or attachments and confirm suitability for work activities
- Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for tracked front end loaders, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies
- Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity
- Operate front end loader in line with established requirements
- Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
- Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
- Drive and operate front end loader using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
- Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
- Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms
- Attach, secure, lift, carry and place
- Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
- Use lifting gear within safe work load requirements and in line with workplace procedures
- Position machinery to ensure stabile effective shift materials of according to work requirements
- Shift load safely and effectively using hand, audible and communication signals, in line with workplace procedures
- Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
- Relocate the front end loader
- Conduct housekeeping activities
- Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures in accordance with project environmental management plan
- Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment
- Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices