Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for pipe layer operations
- Access, interpret and apply pipe layer operations documentation
- Obtain, interpret clarify and confirm work instructions
- Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures
- Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- Identify, obtain and implement traffic management signage according to workplace procedures
- Select equipment and/or attachments and confirm suitability for work activities
- Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for pipe layer, 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 pipe layer in line with establisher requirements
- Carry out equipment 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 using pipe layer 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, carry and place pipe to complete work activity
- Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
- Position machinery to ensure stable and effective shift of materials according to work requirements
- Use lifting gear within safe working load requirements and in line with workplace procedures
- Shift pipe and place safely, 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
- Transport pipe layer
- Conduct housekeeping activities