FWPHAR3232 — Operate harvesting machine with winch-assist system
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What an assessment for FWPHAR3232 must cover
49 assessable components: 5 elements (25 performance criteria), 2 performance evidence and 18 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Prepare for work
- 1.1Determine job requirements from work order or instruction and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
- 1.2Confirm production targets for harvesting and assess wood flow requirements to ensure efficient machine operation and overall productivity
- 1.3Confirm safety and environmental protection requirements for the task according to workplace procedures
- 1.4Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with winch-assist harvesting operations
- 1.5Identify emergency plan procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
- 1.6Identify area in which winch-assisted harvesting operations are to be conducted
- 1.7Select, fit and use personal protective equipment
- 1.8Inspect, test, replace and maintain cable and end termination fittings according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
2 Assess worksite
- 2.1Identify and assess terrain and ground conditions on worksite likely to affect winch-assisted harvesting operations
- 2.2Assess maximum safe slope on worksite, taking into account terrain conditions, slope and soil type according to workplace procedures
- 2.3Carry out risk assessments according to workplace procedures
- 2.4Evaluate outcomes of assessment of site conditions, maximum safe slope and risks to determine if any changes are required to work order or work instructions
3 Position winch-assist machine
- 3.1Determine position of winch assist machine according to workplace procedures
- 3.2Assess proposed position of winch assist machine against criteria for placement of machine according to safety and workplace procedures
- 3.3Test position of winch assist machine according to workplace procedures
4 Operate winch-assist harvesting machine
- 4.1Connect harvesting machine to winch assist machine according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- 4.2Carry out pre-start checks of harvesting machine according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- 4.3Position harvesting machine on slope according to workplace procedures
- 4.4Check and maintain condition of cable by setting correct tension, working within specified departure angles, minimising shock loading, inspecting for wear and integrity, and avoiding physical damage to cable
- 4.5Apply techniques to increase traction and maximise stability of harvesting machine before and during commencing operational tasks
- 4.6Complete operational tasks according to work order or work instructions
5 Carry out machine operator maintenance
- 5.1Park and shut down harvester according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- 5.2Clean, check and carry out routine maintenance activities on harvesting machine and winch-assist machine to maintain optimum operational performance according to manufacturer specifications
- 5.3Identify and report faults, malfunctions or problems according to workplace procedures and manufacturer recommendations
- 5.4Record harvester operations and maintenance activities
Performance evidence
- planned, prepared and safely and effectively operated two different types of harvesting machines with winch-assist system on two occasions according to a work order or work instructions. The harvesting machines must be selected from the following: • skidder • forwarder • harvester • feller buncher
- carried out routine maintenance on a harvesting machine with winch-assist system on two occasions.
Knowledge evidence
- information and requirements in production, site safety and environmental management plans relevant to forest harvesting operations
- industry standards, codes of practice and guidelines for harvesting on steep slopes and their requirements as outlined in site safety and environmental management plans
- safe work procedures and safe working zones in forest harvesting operations
- hazards and risks related to operating harvesting machines with winch-assist system, and factors that can change or introduce new hazards
- types and correct positioning of warning signs, vehicle-to-vehicle communication systems, and procedures to maintain communication and workplace safety during winch-assist harvesting operations
- firefighting and emergency response procedures
- potential impacts of winch-assist harvesting operations on onsite and offsite environmental values: • cultural heritage • flora • fauna • ground compaction • water contamination • soil erosion
- environmental protection procedures relevant to forest harvesting operations
- types of winch-assist systems: • systems with one cable, where the winch is attached to the harvesting machine (integral) • systems with one or more winches fitted to a machine positioned at the top of an incline (independent)
- reasons for using winch-assist system: • safety • available steep slope fibre • reduce manual felling
- maximum safe slope for using harvesting machines with winch assist system
- features of winch-assist system: • cables and end termination fittings • safety, braking and emergency backup systems
- procedures for operating winch assist system: • pre-start checks of cables and end termination fittings • operation of controls for winch-assist system • procedures for positioning machine on slope • techniques to increase traction and maximise stability of harvesting machine before and during operation • methods to detect faults as outlined in operator manual
- machine and cable systems maintenance and servicing requirements as outlined in operator manual
- criteria for safe placement of winch-assist machine: • access • ground stability • alignment to felling face • cable path • cable departure point from anchor
- effects of slope and terrain conditions on machine stability and operation
- harvesting machine types, specifications, restrictions and safe operating procedures, stability and operation in different terrain conditions and slopes, and methods to shut down the machine as outlined in workplace procedures or operator manual
- reporting requirements regarding site, incident and hazard, personal reporting, check-in, production, machine maintenance and block completion.
Foundation skills
- Reading: Interpret workplace documentation to determine work requirements
- Writing: Use technical and enterprise specific vocabulary to accurately and legibly complete workplace records and forms
- Oral communication: Ask questions to clarify contents of production plans
- Numeracy: Interpret numerical and graphical information shown on machine screens, displays and gauges relevant to safe machine operation
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