Scissor Lift/Vertical Lift

Outcome

Nationally recognised statement of attainment and a competency card

Pre-requisites

 Must be 16 years of age and possess good language, literacy and numeracy skills

PPE requirements

 Safety boots, long pants and Hi Vis short/long sleeve shirt.

Course Description

• Introduction to the WHS Act 2012, COP and A/S

• Risk assessment/Hierachy of control

• Detailed theory component

• Scissor Lift pre-start inspection and fault identification

• Plan and prepare for work

• Intensive practical component

• Safely navigate site hazards

• Conduct various simulated Scissor Lift tasks

• Scissor Lift shut down and post-operational inspection

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Unit Descriptor

• 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

Application of the Unit

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate an elevating work platform at any height.

This unit applies to those working in operational roles.

The work required in this unit relates to the National Standard for High Risk Work but this unit does not provide the licence.

 Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements that may apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors, and must be sourced prior to applying this unit.

This unit alone does not provide sufficient skill to independently load and unload equipment. To perform this activity safely, personnel must either complete or be assisted by someone who has completed RIIHAN308F Load and Unload Plant or equivalent.