Name of Course:  Dogging-CPCCLDG3001A

Course Code:                       DG

 Delivery Period:                  5 Days

This unit specifies the competency required to undertake basic dogging work, both in sight and out of sight of the crane operator, for the purpose of shifting loads mechanically.

• At the completion of this course students may apply to Worksafe Victoria for a National Licence to Perform High Risk Work
•  Application forms will be completed by the Worksafe Assessor conducting your assessment

Target Groups:

• Civil Construction Workers
• General Construction Workers
• Mining
• Manufacturing
• Entertainment Industries

Course Outline:

• Resources, materials and equipment are selected and inspected for compliance with job specifications
• Job sequencing schedule is communicated with team members and others to ensure co-ordination
• Load mass is calculated and confirmed using load charts and standard calculations
• Load in slings and equipment are calculated to suit job requirements
• Lifting devices are assembled/erected for the movement of load
• Loads are slung to crane ready for lifting
• Protective packing is applied to the load
• Loads is shifted ensuring stability in compliance with work method statement
• Load is directed to landing position using communications in compliance with Australian Standards and recognised work practices
• Load is landed in required position on packing or bearers
• Load shifting equipment is dismantled and inspected for wear and log book and site records completed to company requirements
• Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and job specification
• Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and standard work practices
• Work completion procedures are applied and relevant personnel notified that work is finished

Practical Demonstrations Include:

• Conduct Dogging Operations in a Workplace Environment

Course Theory Sessions Covering The Following:

• Crane Setups
• OH&S Rules & Regulations
• Personal Safety
• Rules For Safe Operation
• Dogging Operations

Assessment Methods:

• Assessment method will be via written and practical demonstration at varied intervals during the course

Cost: $600.00 Per Person + $60.00 Worksafe Application Fee

 Government Funded fee $400 (for eligible clients)