Audit
Ask where and how the organisational policy and procedures are used for the following:
complying with worksite inspection requirements
applying signage and barricade requirements
communicating and performing isolations procedures
identifying equipment precesses, technical capability and limitations
identifying, interpreting and using geological and technical date (basic)
being prepared for fire/accident/emergency
identifying signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed
applying site quality requirements
applying operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics
completing housekeeping activities
Competency conversation Comments:
Practical Observation Assessment - (During the assessment, the Candidate demonstrates completion of hydraulic excavator operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all the the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including the ability to:
PRE-START
Locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures
Conduct a pre-task JSA or Take 5 that includes an inspection of the work area
Conduct a pre-start check prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations.
Apply safe work practices and identify and report all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues.
Use a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others
OPERATIONS
Drive and operate the excavator for operations
Walk the machine in a straight line
Conduct bucket loading and discharge
Side cast bulk material
Distribute bulk materials into materials handling equipment.
Conduct equipment positioning
Conduct jump turning the machine
Communicate with others in and around the trench before commencing work, during and on completion of the work
Adjust equipment operations to suit site conditions
Keep clear of obstacles and avoid running over items
Connect auxiliary hydraulic lines and buckets/attachments
Effectively use the heel of the bucket
POST OPERATIONS
Correctly shut down and park the excavator equipment
Maintain written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
Apply problem solving and troubleshooting techniques
Carry out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures
Clean the undercarriage out as needed
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