Major Work Activity D - Performs rigging

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Task D-9 Inspects, maintains and stores slings and hardware

Task descriptor

Mobile crane operators are involved in rigging to ensure that it is done safely and properly. While mobile crane operators may not be doing the rigging, they must possess knowledge of rigging procedures related to inspection, maintenance and storage of slings. Mobile crane operators have the obligation to perform due diligence and refuse an unsafe lift.

D-9.01-Lubricates slings and hardware

D-9.01-Lubricates slings and hardware
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-9.01.01P inspect slings and hardware slings and hardware are inspected to determine if they require lubrication
D-9.01.02P select and apply lubricant lubricant is selected and applied according to factors

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives

D-9.01.01L

demonstrate knowledge of slings and hardware lubrication requirements

define terminology associated with lubrication of slings and hardware
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to lubrication of slings and hardware
identify lubrication requirements for types of slings and types of hardware
identify types of lubricants, and describe their purpose, characteristics and applications
D-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to lubricate slings and hardware identify tools and equipment used to lubricate slings and hardware, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures used to lubricate slings and hardware
D-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of standards and manufacturers’ specifications pertaining to lubrication of slings and hardware identify standards and manufacturers’ specifications pertaining to lubrication of slings and hardware

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D-9.02-Identifies deficiencies in slings and hardware

D-9.02-Identifies deficiencies in slings and hardware
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-9.02.01P visually inspect slings for damage slings are visually inspected for damage according to jurisdictional regulations and manufacturers’ specifications
D-9.02.02P visually inspect hardware for damage hardware is visually inspected for damage according to jurisdictional regulations and manufacturers’ specifications
D-9.02.03P document and report damage damaged items are documented and reported according to company policies

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to identify deficiencies in slings and hardware identify tools and equipment used to inspect slings and hardware, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures used to identify, document and report deficiencies in slings and hardware
identify potential damage in slings and hardware
D-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to inspection of slings and hardware identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to inspection of slings and hardware

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D-9.03-Disposes of damaged slings and hardware

D-9.03-Disposes of damaged slings and hardware
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-9.03.01P remove damaged slings and hardware from service damaged slings and hardware are removed from service according to jurisdictional regulations, manufacturers’ and site specifications
D-9.03.02P tag/mark damaged slings and hardware before destruction damaged slings and hardware are tagged/marked before destruction according to company policies
D-9.03.03P destroy damaged slings and hardware to prevent further use damaged slings and hardware are destroyed to prevent further use according to jurisdictional regulations and company policies
D-9.03.04P report removal and destruction of damaged items removal and destruction of damaged items is reported according to jurisdictional regulations and company policies
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-9.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to remove and destroy damaged slings and hardware identify tools and equipment used to remove and destroy damaged slings and hardware, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures used to destroy damaged slings and hardware
D-9.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to removal and destruction of damaged slings and hardware identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to removal and destruction of damaged slings and hardware

D-9.04-Stores slings and hardware

D-9.04-Stores slings and hardware
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-9.04.01P inspect storage area to prevent damage to rigging equipment storage area is inspected to confirm that damage to rigging equipment from environmental and site conditions is prevented
D-9.04.02P organize rigging in designated storage area considering factors rigging is organized in designated storage area according to factors

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-9.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to store slings and hardware identify tools and equipment used to store slings and hardware, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures used to store slings and hardware
identify environmental and site conditions and factors that may influence storage location
identify hazards associated with storage of slings and hardware
D-9.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to storage of slings and hardware identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to storage of slings and hardware

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Task D-10 Follows rigging procedures

Task descriptor

Mobile crane operators are involved in rigging to ensure that it is performed safely and properly. While mobile crane operators may not be doing the rigging, they must possess knowledge of rigging procedures. Mobile crane operators have the obligation to perform due diligence and refuse an unsafe lift.

D-10.01-Selects required rigging

D-10.01-Selects required rigging
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-10.01.01P determine rigging requirements to handle load rigging requirements to handle load are determined according to factors
D-10.01.02P check identification tag on rigging equipment or manufacturer’s specifications identification tag on rigging equipment or manufacturer’s specifications are checked to confirm equipment is adequate for application
D-10.01.03P inspect rigging for deficiencies deficiencies on rigging are detected according to standards, manufacturers’ instructions and regulatory rejection criteria

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of rigging, its characteristics and applications define terminology associated with rigging
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to rigging
interpret information pertaining to rigging found on identification tags, drawings and specifications
identify types of rigging and non-routine rigging and describe their applications
D-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to select required rigging identify tools and equipment relating to rigging, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures used to select required rigging
identify factors to consider when rigging material/equipment for hoisting
explain WLL
D-10.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to rigging identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to rigging
identify training and certification requirements pertaining to rigging

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D-10.02-Rigs loads

D-10.02-Rigs loads
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-10.02.01P locate centre of gravity of load centre of gravity of load is located
D-10.02.02P apply rigging to load rigging is applied to load using configurations and components according to load requirements
D-10.02.03P verify rigging position rigging position is verified by applying tension to rigging and making necessary adjustments
D-10.02.04P confirm absence of loose debris and hazardous materials on and around the load absence of loose debris and hazardous materials on and around the load is confirmed
D-10.02.05P select tag lines and confirm they are positioned to facilitate control of load tag lines are selected and are positioned to facilitate control of load

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of rigging techniques define terminology associated with rigging
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to rigging
identify types of rigging, and describe their characteristics and applications
explain how sling angles and configuration affect load on rigging and compression on load
describe effect of temperature and chemicals on sling type
identify types of knots, hitches and splices used with fibre ropes and describe their applications and procedures used to tie them
identify types of hitches used with slings and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe hazards and environmental conditions which may affect rigging
describe procedures used to equalize sling tension
describe procedures used to ensure work area is safe for hoisting
D-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of lifting theory and forces explain centre of gravity of load and its impact on lifting
identify units of measure and symbols pertaining to lifting plans and load charts
identify and describe lift studies and lift plans
D-10.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to rig loads identify tools and equipment relating to rigging, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures and configurations used to rig loads
identify types of hitches and describe their characteristics and applications
D-10.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to rigging identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to rigging
identify training and certification requirements pertaining to rigging

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D-10.03-Monitors rigging

D-10.03-Monitors rigging
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-10.03.01P identify rigging hazards during lifting and landing load rigging hazards are identified during lifting and landing load
D-10.03.02P watch tag lines and advise rigger to prevent hazards tag lines are watched and rigger is advised to prevent hazards
D-10.03.03P lower load to adjust, change and orientate rigging to address deficiencies load is lowered to adjust, change and orientate rigging to address deficiencies

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to monitor rigging describe procedures used to monitor rigging
identify possible rigging hazards
D-10.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to rigging identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to rigging
identify training and certification requirements pertaining to rigging

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