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Apply bridge durability treatments

Apply bridge durability treatments

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICTB202E
State Code
OCX39
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2021
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
18/06/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply bridge durability treatments in civil construction, including surface preparation, applying protective coatings and preservatives on timber members and installing capping on the end of timber members.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to apply durability treatment
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to apply bridge durability treatments
  • 1.3 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Confirm and identify requirements for complying with environmental protection, safety and traffic management signage requirements
  • 1.6 Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential hazards and risks
  • 1.7 Select plant, tools and equipment required to carry out tasks and check for faults
  • 1.8 Identify, confirm, and locate materials required for work application
2. Apply protective coatings and preservatives
  • 2.1 Locate access devices in reach of areas to be coated according to job requirements
  • 2.2 Select resources according to job requirements
  • 2.3 Select and apply surface preparation technique according to job requirements
  • 2.4 Apply protective coating and preservatives to prepared area
3. Install capping
  • 3.1 Locate access devices in reach of areas to be capped
  • 3.2 Select resources, materials and equipment according to job requirements
  • 3.3 Prepare capping materials for installation
  • 3.4 Apply protective coating to surfaces to be capped according to job requirements
  • 3.5 Fix capping to timber members according to job requirements
4. Conduct clean-up activities
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to site requirements
  • 4.2 Clean, check, perform maintenance on and store plant, tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH163 RIICTB202D Apply bridge durability treatment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification