PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD
This unit standard is for a learner within the mechanical handling (rigging) context and who is in need of Recertification.
A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
• Identify and explain the application of lifting equipment.
• Plan and prepare to lift and move the load.
• Use lifting equipment to lift and move the load.
• Maintain, care and store equipment.
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for learners in
the mechanical handling or related engineering environment.
The credits allocated to this unit standard assume that a learner has already learned to use hand tools, is able to
inspect and use manual lifting equipment and tackle and is able to work safely.
UNIT STANDARD RANGE
General guide for scope, context and level for the purpose of learning and assessment:
• Lifting equipment and tackle includes chain blocks; lever hoists; air hoists; winches; derricks, slings, rope,
shackles, eye bolts, spreader and equalising beams, clamps, pulley systems, pull lifts, jacks, sliding shoes, rollers, tirfors.
• Knowledge of slinging methods.
• Standard formulas for calculation of mass of final loads in the hook.
• Techniques for evaluating ground conditions and overhead hazards.
• Methods and measures for the safe control of loads during lifting procedure.
• Materials and methods used for fixing, anchoring, bracing, supporting and securing loads.
• Visual identification of winch defects.
• Cleaning of lifting equipment.
• Statutory requirements include OHS Act and local authority requirements.
• Worksite practices include but are not limited to written and/or verbal procedures.
Environment contexts include but are not limited to:
• Manufacturing and Engineering (Metals, Plastics, Tyre and Rubber, Electrical Power Generation, Automotive
Manufacturing).
• Chemical and Petrochemical.
• Mining.
• Transport (Maritime, Road, Rail and Aviation).
• Civil Engineering and Construction.
• Food and Beverages.
• Other engineering-related industry sectors.
The learner should be able to:
• Work autonomously with minimal supervision and according to worksite and manufacturer specifications and
occupational safety, health and environmental legislation.
• Work in a workshop, plant or underground environment with varying levels of light, space and safety risks.
• Work in a team environment.
Reference to legislative requirements cover a broad context, and may include Occupational, Health and Safety Act;
Driven Machinery Act; Mine Health and Safety Act; The Maritime Occupational Safety Regulations, 1994.
Safe control and storage, includes maintaining a record of usage, cleaning and general storage methods.
Learning context:
• Formal, informal learning and RPL can be obtained for this unit standard.
• The learner should be assessed under supervision.
Level:
Level (for Level 2).
A learning programme leading to the awarding of this unit standard should develop learners who demonstrate:
• Ability to carry out moderate tasks that are familiar.
• Ability to offer a clear choice of routine responses.
• Basic operational knowledge base as indicated in the embedded knowledge component and that are readily
available.
• An understanding of known solutions to familiar problems with little generation of new ideas.
• Ability to work under direct supervision with some responsibility.
