MEM11011 - Undertake manual handling

Unit code: MEM11011 | Study level: TAFE
Nominal hours:
20
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
MEM13015 - Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 - Organise and communicate information
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to lift and move materials manually and/or using basic manual handling equipment in a wide range of environments.



Maximum manual lifting weight is limited to Safe Work Australia recommendations.



No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes and performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:

  • following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices;
  • assessing the risks associated with lifting materials manually and determining the most appropriate technique, and;
  • selecting and using the appropriate equipment to move/shift materials ensuring safety of personnel and security of material.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE);
  • manual handling techniques, including individual or team lifting;
  • appropriate equipment associated with move/shift materials;
  • hazards of incorrect procedures, and;
  • Safe Work Australia standards for manual handling.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
MEM31922 | Certificate iii | Duration:
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
MEM30219 | Certificate iii | Duration:

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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