AHCMOM208 Conduct excavator operations (Release 2)
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake excavator operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, local, state and federal government regulations, legislation and codes of practice, work health and safety requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and sustainability practices.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.Appropriate licences for the operation excavator equipment must be obtained where required.
Performance Evidence
The candidate must be observed operating an excavator.The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
- identify hazards and implement safe work procedures
- carry out day to day servicing and minor maintenance
- operate an excavator safely
- operate the excavator’s features and attachments consistent with operator manual
- minimise environmental impact of excavator activities
- maintain machinery use records
- follow enterprise work health and safety policies
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
- excavator and site safety requirements
- excavator characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
- excavator operational and maintenance procedures
- relevant State and Territory legislation
Assessment Conditions
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. All evidence collected must meet minimum requirements including industry standard timeframes for performance of tasks.
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
