The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
Relevant compliance documentation may include: | legislative, organisation and site requirements and proceduresmanufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standardscodes of practiceEmployment and Workplace Relations legislationEqual Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
A skid steer loader is: | a self-propelled wheeled machine in which:steering is accomplished by skidding or reversing the wheels or tracks on one side of the machinethere is an integral front-mounted bucket-supporting structure and linkage, which loads or excavates through forward motion of the machine, and lifts, transports and discharges material |
Skid steer loader tasks may include: | stripping/spreading topsoil and materialsbackfillingloading vehiclesexcavationsmixing materialssite clean upcompactingtruck excavationlifting and carrying materialscutting batters and benchesrock breaking and any activities associated with attachments listed |
Work instructions may include: | plansspecificationsoperational detailsverbal instructions from a supervisorquality requirements, which may include but not be limited to:dimensionstolerancesstandards of work and material standards as detailed in the project drawings, specifications and project documentation to meet client satisfaction |
Safety requirements are to be: | in accordance with state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures, and site safety management plans |
Safety requirements may include: | protective clothing and equipment, use of tools and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, use of First Aid equipment, hazard control and hazardous materials and substancespersonal protective equipment, including that prescribed under legislation, regulation and workplace policies and practicessafe operating procedures, which may include recognising and preventing hazards associated with underground and overhead services, other machines, personnel, restricted access barriers, traffic control, working at heights, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the publicsafe parking practices which may include ensuring access ways are clear, equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites and a safe distance from excavations, and securing the loader from unauthorised access or movementhazards and risks may include uneven/unstable terrain, trees, fires, overhead and underground services, bridges, buildings, vehicle interactions, excavations, traffic, embankments, cuttings, structures and hazardous materialsemergency procedures related to this unit may include emergency shutdown and stopping, extinguishing fires, organisational First Aid requirements and evacuation |
Traffic management procedures may include: | signagebarricadesradio and communication procedures |
Plant, tools and equipment may include: | hand tools and maintenance equipment relevant to the particular skid steer loadertype of plant suited to task |
Environmental protection procedures may include: | organisational/project environmental management planwaste management procedureswater quality protection proceduresnoise management proceduresvibration management proceduresdust management proceduresclean-up management |
Loader controls and functions may include: | implementsattachmentsbrakesmanoeuvrability |
Communications practices may include: | verbal instructions and fault reportingtwo-way radiohand signalsmobile phonesite specific instructions, written instructions or instructions related to job/taskon site meeting processes, which may include notification/scheduling (time, place, purpose), task discussions and local coordination of procedural and operational issues |
Materials may include: | coal, clays, silts, stone, gravel, mud, rock, sand, topsoil, blended materials, organic materials, typical construction site materials/waste and bituminous mixesrock types may include metamorphic, igneous and sedimentaryconstruction materials may include pegs, wire, cordage, safety equipment and other support equipments |
Attachments may include: | multipurpose bucketforksdozer bladebackhoeaugerchain diggerpower broomprofilertiller/mixerrotary hoehammerasphalt cutter/sawconcrete cutter/sawrake |
Operator maintenance may include: | cleaningauthorised servicing monitoring, recording and reporting faultsauthorised minor replacements the provision of assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities according to site procedures |