RIIHAN301E Operate Elevating Work Platform Practical

Candidate Details

Practical Assessment - Instructions for Assessor

Conditions of Assessment: Assessors must satisfy SNR/ASQA assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. Where assessment of competency includes third party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the required outcomes of the unit. Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

Demonstration Requirements: Trainee is to demonstrate on at least two occasions –
• Planning and preparing for operating elevating work platforms.
• Selecting and using the required plant, tools and equipment to perform work activity.
• Identifying site requirements for emergencies at heights.
• Stabilising or positioning elevating work platform.
• Using manufacturer approved safety devices fitted to the machine.
• Moving the elevating work platform to and from work site.
• Inspecting work platform and identifying faults.
• Reviewing machine maintenance logbook records.
• Checking, cleaning, maintaining and storing elevating work platform, tools and equipment.

In the course of the above work, the candidate must also:
• Locate and apply required documentation, policies and procedures.
• Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities.
• Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms.
• Use a range of communication techniques and equipment essential to the safe completion of work instructions.
• Meet written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures associated with operating an elevating work platform.

Assessor is to schedule an appropriate time and duration for the Trainee to demonstrate the assessment task/s and associated questions.

Oral Questions: Questions must be asked while the demonstration is taking place or if appropriate directly after the task/s have been completed.

Flexibility: Assessor to modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment.

Practical Assessment - Instructions for Candidate

To meet the requirements of this unit of competency, you will be required to successfully complete the Practical Assessment. The assessor may be also asked to provide additional evidence to attach to the Practical component. This checklist should be completed in the following ways: -

(Satisfactory)- Indicates demonstration to an acceptable industry standard with application of required knowledge, problem solving, following safe work practices and meeting the workplace responsibilities and expectations as required.

(Not Yet Satisfactory)- In this case, reasons should be given to justify a decision of being unsuccessful.

Re-assessments should be carried out only on that particular area where the participant were deemed unsuccessful and further evidence is required. The trainer or assessor needs to observe you demonstrating the following essential skills in your workplace or in a simulated environment. In order to achieve competency in this unit, every box should have a tick.

Conditions of Practical Assessment: The assessor / trainer will provide the instructions, if you are unclear about what you have to do, clarify instructions with your assessor /trainer before commencing practical tasks. You must be observed independently, and all activities demonstrated satisfactory. Practical tasks must be undertaken with correct footwear, high vis clothing and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that may be required as appropriate.

The Practical Assessment may be stopped immediately at any time if you act in a way that puts yourself, other learners, the assessor / trainer, property or equipment in any danger. If this happens, rescheduling of the assessment will be at the discretion of your assessor / trainer.

Participant to confirm by signing below that they have been given instruction on the requirements of the practical assessment and they ready to undertake the assessment

Practical Assessment Details

RIIHAN301E Operate Elevating Work Platform

Assessment Tasks

• Plan and prepare for operating an elevating work platform.

• Operate elevating work platform in line with established requirements to complete work activity.

• Conduct housekeeping activities.

Observation Checklist

Assessor Instructions:
• Refer to practical benchmarking in the trainer guide for task requirements
• If participant performs any task as not satisfactory, please provide feedback to the participant and record in the applicable comments section
• Ensure photos are taken during the assessment to attach to the checklist in the photo upload section below

Section A - Plan and Prepare

Section B - Hazards

Section C - Conduct Routine Checks

Section D - Operate Elevating Work Platform

Section E - Park and Shutdown

Section F - Conduct Housekeeping

Practical Assessment Details - 2nd Occasion

RIIHAN301E Operate Elevating Work Platform

Assessment Tasks

• Plan and prepare for operating an elevating work platform.

• Operate elevating work platform in line with established requirements to complete work activity.

• Conduct housekeeping activities.

Section A - Plan and Prepare

Section B - Hazards

Section C - Conduct Routine Checks

Section D - Operate Elevating Work Platform

Section E - Park and Shutdown

Section F - Conduct Housekeeping

Assessment Record

Assessor details and photo upload of candidate performing practical tasks

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