Lift materials manually

• Material weight is determined correctly utilising most appropriate technique, and risks associated with lifting are assessed.

• Lifting techniques are undertaken to National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) and standard operating procedures. Types of movement, methods, storage, height and position are considered.

Move/shift materials manually

•  Appropriate equipment is selected where required.

• Material is placed safely and securely on moving equipment.

• Material is relocated ensuring safety of personnel and security of material.

• Material is unloaded from moving equipment and placed in a safe and secure manner.

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

• identifying relevant standards and lifting techniques
• assessing weight of material
• selecting lifting equipment
• working and communicating in teams
• assessing risks
• planning
• reading and interpreting routine information on written job instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures. May include drawings
• following oral instructions

Required Knowledge

• Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:
• manual handling techniques
• hazards of incorrect procedures
• NOHSC standards for manual handling
• safe work practices and procedures