COSVR402Meet the specification
Meet the specification
• how to comply with the given lifting operation information to carry out the work efficiently and safely to the required specification
• how methods of work, to meet the specification, are conducted in relation to:
• identifying the authority, duties, authorisation requirements and responsibilities allocated to the role of the slinger/signaller
• identifying the characteristics of lifting equipment and lifting accessories
• identifying and interpreting valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination
• lifting and transferring people
• slinging loads including balanced, unbalanced, loose, live, bundled, containerised and loads that are blind to the equipment operator
• communicating using hand signals, hand signalling equipment (lights, wands, fluorescent gloves, flags) and electronic communication equipment (loud hailers, radios)
• confirming methods of communication
• recognising blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to equipment operator visibility
• assessing the load characteristics including centre of gravity and lifting points to check the method of slinging
• judging distances, heights and clearances
• determining and checking the route of the load before and during the lift including distances, clearances and landing position
• selecting, handling, assessing and using (assemble, set up and adjust) lifting accessories and aids
• identifying rejection criteria for removing lifting accessories from service
• recognising and determining when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
• attaching lifting accessories and slinging loads securely
• ensuring balance and stability of loads
• attaching and using load guidance equipment (tag lines)
• guiding, controlling and placing suspended loads by recognised methods of communication and agreed operational procedures
• landing, positioning and detaching loads safely and securely
• how to deal with problems arising from information, resources or methods of work that are either within own authority to rectify, or require organisational reporting procedures to be followed
• how operative-level basic care, maintenance and storage of lifting-accessories, tools, ancillary equipment, aids, signalling and communication equipment is carried out in relation to responsibilities, authorisation and limitations
• how to maintain personal safety for self and others in relation to:
• keeping clear of moving equipment and loads
• underneath slung loads
• crush zones
• edges
• working at height
• poor lighting
• extreme environmental conditions including heat and cold
• poor ground conditions
• places of limited movement
• confined and restricted spaces