Course Title: Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Part A: Course Overview
Program: S0165 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Course Title: Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 32
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Course Contact: David Moyle
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 1095
Course Contact Email: david.moyle@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
In this course you will cover the outcomes required to operate specific types of elevated work platforms (EWPs) safely and effectively in different locations, including on uneven terrain. The course includes locating, setting up, operating and shutting down scissor lifts and self-propelled boom lifts with a boom length under 11 metres.
The unit supports construction workers in the safe and effective operation of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical EWPs.
The course does not cover truck-mounted EWPs, powered telescoping devices, hinged devices or articulated devices, or any combination of these used to support a platform on which personnel, equipment and materials may be elevated to perform work and which has a boom length of 11 metres or more.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Nil
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
Elements: |
1. Plan and prepare 2. Conduct routine checks of EWP 3. Locate EWP in place 4. Elevate platform to work location 5. Lower platform and shut down 6. Clean up |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.