FWPCOT4220 — Plan for and coordinate log loading and haulage operations

1 Check access and landing areas used for loading operations

• 1.1Inspect access and landing area to identify risks that may lead to vehicle collisions and/or vehicle instability
• 1.2Check loading area to identify factors that may adversely impact on the effectiveness of on-board mass management systems such as load scales
• 1.3Confirm that the loading area surface is stable and is not subject to excessive compaction during loading operations that may result in on-board mass systems providing inaccurate axle mass information
• 1.4Consult with relevant personnel to confirm the maximum cross fall slope of landings and log loading areas for the effective operation of on-board mass management systems
• 1.5Confirm that the layout of the loading area does not adversely impact on the ability of both the loader and the driver to inspect the load configuration and to ensure that load restraint and load dimensions are correct

2 Plan and select log haulage route

• 2.1Plan route, taking into account regulatory requirements, mass, dimension, fatigue and the correct matching of vehicle class, configuration, length and roadway
• 2.2Establish routes that minimise potential risks by assessing and taking into account weather conditions, changes in log dimensions, frequency of vehicles accessing the route, speed, fatigue, availability of locations to inspect load conditions and community activity on intended route
• 2.3Consult with other key parties, where possible, to integrate feedback relating to route planning and selection to reduce risks and inform future route planning
• 2.4Ensure near miss reporting systems are in place to permit feedback from drivers and others on risks impacting on the route and inform future route planning
• 2.5Inform driver and other relevant personnel of the selected route and associated conditions and timing for log haulage task

3 Select haulage vehicle compatible with load

• 3.1Identify mass and dimensions of intended load
• 3.2Determine the appropriate vehicle for the haulage task
• 3.3Check that vehicle maintenance and pre-start check schedules are up-to-date and appropriate for the operating environment
• 3.4Confirm that the intended load can be transported in accordance with loading and stability requirements
• 3.5Inform relevant parties if the intended load type is in breach of loading requirements

4 Coordinate and monitor implementation of log loading and haulage operations

• 4.1Plan rosters and schedules that meet contracted haulage requirements and which ensure that drivers do not exceed regulated driving hours, exceed speed limits, fail to meet minimum rest requirements or drive while impaired by fatigue
• 4.2Maintain records of drivers’ activities, including work and rest times, according to workplace procedures
• 4.3Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure driver compliance with onsite traffic management plan
• 4.4Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure drivers do not work while impaired by fatigue or drive in breach of their work or rest options
• 4.5Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure vehicles are regularly maintained and that speed limiters, if fitted, function properly
• 4.6Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that vehicles are safely loaded in a way that does not exceed mass or dimension limits
• 4.7Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that drivers moving freight containers have a valid Container Weight Declaration
• 4.8Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to ensure that loads are appropriately restrained with appropriate restraint equipment
• 4.9Coordinate implementation and monitoring of procedures to minimise environmental impact of loading and haulage operations
• 4.10Report to relevant personnel on implementation of log loading and haulage operations

5 Participate in load audits

• 5.1Participate in load audits on a regular scheduled basis
• 5.2Use information derived from load audits to identify risks relating to particular haulage tasks and use this information to inform future planning

6 Develop lead risk indicators and participate in incident reporting

• 6.1Ensure systems are in place for effective near miss reporting for the freight task/s by drivers and others
• 6.2Ensure that drivers are aware of their responsibilities for reporting near misses
• 6.3Monitor outcomes of near miss reports to develop lead indicators for freight task/s
• 6.4Communicate lead indicators for the freight task/s to relevant parties that can influence the risk and control measures
• 6.5Ensure systems are in place for effective incident reporting and subsequent investigation/s
• 6.6Ensure incidents are assessed for actual or potential severity and suitable levels of investigation applied
• 6.7Record and analyse information on near misses, lead indicators and incidents and report to appropriate personnel

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