Mover Labourers in Mining, Construction & Transport
SaveWhat Does a Mover Do?
Movers are responsible for the physical handling of goods and belongings to be relocated or transported from one place to the other. They disassemble goods, machinery or belongings for transporting and assemble or install them in the new location. They ensure that objects are well protected and packed, secured and placed correctly in trucks and transports.
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Where Do I Start?
Hazards Associated With Loading Dangerous Goods
Know about the hazards implied with the transport of determined dangerous goods. Know about the emergency actions and handling procedures in case of accidents with the goods during their loading or transportation.
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Skills You Need to Become a Mover
Essential Skills
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EssentialHazards Associated With Loading Dangerous Goods knowledge
Know about the hazards implied with the transport of determined dangerous goods. Know about the emergency actions and handling procedures in case of accidents with the goods during their loading …
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EssentialCommunicate With Customers skill
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
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EssentialFollow Work Procedures skill
Adhere to procedures at work in a structured and systematic manner.
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EssentialHandle Delivery Of Furniture Goods skill
Handle the delivery and assemble the furniture and other goods, according to customer's needs and preferences.
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EssentialPack Goods skill
Pack different kinds of goods such as finished manufactured products or goods in use. Pack goods by hand in boxes, bags and other types of containers.
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EssentialUse Communication Devices skill
Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.
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EssentialCarry Objects skill
Carry and relocate objects from one place to another adhering to health and safety regulations. Carry objects while maintaining their integrity.
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EssentialFollow Detailed Procedures For Relocating Specific Goods skill
Adhere to detailed procedures required for the relocation of special items such as pianos, artifacts, antique furniture, and others.
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EssentialMaintain Inventory Of Tools skill
Keep an inventory of tools utilised in manufacturing or in the provision of services. Ensure that tool sets remain complete and suitable for use.
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EssentialRead Pictograms skill
Interpret pictograms that indicate characteristics and required measures for handling objects through visual representations.
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EssentialSelect Equipment Required For Moving Activities skill
Select the appropriate tools and equipment required to successfully move objects. Select a range of equipment from basic tools such as screws, hammers, and pliers, to more complex apparatus such …
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EssentialStack Goods skill
Stack goods and manufactured products into containers without special treatment or procedure.
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EssentialUse Traditional Toolbox Tools skill
Use tools found in a traditional toolbox, such as hammer, plier, screwdriver, and wrench. Observe safety precautions while operating these instruments.
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Optional Skills (5 of 18 displayed)
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OptionalHealth And Safety Measures In Transportation knowledge
The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.
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OptionalElectricity knowledge
Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
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OptionalMechanics knowledge
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
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OptionalTypes Of Packaging Materials knowledge
Properties of materials that make them suitable for packaging. Conversion of raw materials into packaging materials. Different types of labels and materials used which comply with the correct storage criteria …
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OptionalAnimal Transport Regulations knowledge
The legal requirements relating to safe and efficient transport of animals.
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OptionalAssemble Machines skill
Assemble machines according to instructions and specifications.
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OptionalClean Furniture skill
Remove dirt, marks and other unwanted material from furniture.
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OptionalClean Surfaces skill
Disinfect surfaces in accordance with sanitary standards.
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OptionalOperate Forklift skill
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
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OptionalPerform Cleaning Duties skill
Perform cleaning duties such as waste removal, vacuuming, emptying bins, and general cleaning of the working area. Cleaning activities should follow health and safety regulations if required.
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OptionalAnalyse Requirements For Moving Goods skill
Analyse goods to be relocated and their moving requirements. Check requirements and prepare actions to ensure appropriate transport of goods.
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OptionalApply Techniques For Stacking Goods Into Containers skill
Apply techniques required to stack materials into containers. Use techniques to maximise the space in containers.
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OptionalDetermine Cargo Loading Sequence skill
Determine freight loading sequence aiming to increase the efficiency of operations. Arrange loading so that maximum amount of goods can be stored.
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OptionalDisassemble Machines skill
Disassemble machines following defined procedures and inventory for the suitable handling of parts. Ensure that machines can be reassembled following disassembly.
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OptionalImplement Efficiency Plans For Logistics Operations skill
Implement efficiency plans developed by managers in facilities. Use techniques, resources, and training in order to improve workplace efficiency.
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OptionalLoad Animals For Transportation skill
Load and unload animals safely into containers or cages for transportation. Make sure they are secure and safely established in the transport vehicle.
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OptionalOperate Cranes skill
Operate cranes to move, position, lift or place machinery, equipment or other large objects at various locations.
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OptionalOrganise Weight Of Loads According To Lifting Equipment Capacity skill
Organise the weight of loads to prevent overloading and imbalances in lifting equipment.
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