Unit Code Unit Title
FLK-06 Interpret Workplace Signals, Labels, and Load Charts

Nominal Hours: 15
Unit Descriptor:
Covers interpretation of hand signals, safety labels, and load charts for safe forklift operation.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Interpret hand and visual signals 1.1 Recognize standard hand signals.
1.2 Respond appropriately to signals.
1.3 Use signals to communicate with others.
2. Read safety labels and signage 2.1 Identify warning and instruction labels.
2.2 Follow label instructions.
2.3 Report damaged/missing labels.
3. Use load charts 3.1 Locate and read load charts.
3.2 Determine safe lifting capacities.
3.3 Apply chart information to operations.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Signals Hand signals, lights, horns, visual cues.
Labels Load limits, hazard warnings, maintenance tags.
Load charts Capacity at various heights/angles, attachments, stability limits.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Interprets signals, labels, and load charts to ensure safe operation.
2. Underpinning knowledge Signal standards, label meanings, load chart reading.
3. Underpinning Skills Signal recognition, label interpretation, load calculation.
4. Underpinning attitudes Attention to detail, safety, communication.
5. Resource Implications Forklift, sample labels, load charts, signal charts.
6. Methods of Assessment Demonstration, questioning, scenario analysis, supervisor feedback.
7. Context of Assessment Warehouse, classroom, or simulated environment.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Reading Interpret labels, signage, and load charts.
Numeracy Calculate safe loads from charts.
Communication Use and respond to workplace signals.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Forklift operators, trainees Individuals interpreting signals, labels, and charts for safe operation.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None