Placing Boom Operator

Accurately record and maintain information about the operation of the concrete placing boom

Communicate using hand signals and fixed channel twoway radios

Position stabilise setup and packup concrete placing booms including outriggers and stabilisers

operate and control a concrete placing boom including all functions to within their maximum capability

undertake risk assessment and hazard prevention strategies including the positioning and safe operation of the concrete placing boom (checking any risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables ground conditions wind pedestrians and tipping)

verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures