Application

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This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate a non-slewing mobile crane with a maximum Rated Capacity (MRC) exceeding three tonnes safely, in accordance with all relevant legislative responsibilities. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a High-Risk Work Licence (HRWL) to operate this plant.

 

Non-slewing mobile crane means a mobile crane incorporating a boom or jib that cannot be slewed, and includes:

• an articulated mobile crane

• a locomotive crane

• but does not include vehicle tow trucks.

 

A person performing this work is required to hold a non-slewing mobile crane HRWL.

 

This unit requires a person operating non-slewing mobile crane with a MRC exceeding three tonnes to:

• plan the work/task

• prepare for the work/task

• perform work/task

• pack up.

 

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit of competency. This unit is based on the licensing requirements of Part 4.5 of the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations and meets Commonwealth, state and territory HRWL requirements.

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The National Assessment Instrument (NAI) is the mandated assessment for the HRWL to operate the relevant licensing class as detailed in this unit.

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