Elements and Performance Criteria
- Position and stabilise crane
- Crane is directed to position in accordance with job plan, applicable Australian Standards, codes of practice and manufacturer specifications to ensure safe operation
- Ground is checked to ensure it is firm enough to bear the load
- Appropriate plates or packing are correctly used to adequately distribute load
- Outriggers and stabilisers are correctly deployed and positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, appropriate Australian Standard and other relevant statutory regulations
- Outrigger packing is checked for adequacy prior to and after lift is taken
- Assemble crane
- Block is reeved in accordance with manufacturer instructions
- Counterweights are installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications
- Attachments are set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions
- Qualified rigger is consulted and other personnel are assisted as necessary to ensure efficient and safe assembly and set-up of crane
- Straight fly jibs and luffing fly jibs are assembled and fitted in accordance with manufacturer instructions