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Conduct of fluid assisted directional boring

Conduct of fluid assisted directional boring

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICTT301D
State Code
WH181
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
68
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct fluid assisted directional boring in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for fluid assisted directional boring
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply fluid assisted directional boring documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions, plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details to the allotted task
  • 1.6 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements
  • 1.7 Select and check for faults tools and equipment to carry out tasks
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Determine boring requirements
  • 2.1 Determine location, alignment direction, level and grade of bore from drawings and specifications
  • 2.2 Use above and below ground survey instruments and determine the bore pathway for underground vertical and horizontal alignment
  • 2.3 Conduct visual geological investigation of alignment and determine the differing soil types and groundwater conditions
  • 2.4 Select bore head and drilling fluid for the strata
  • 2.5 Position, anchor/stake down boring equipment
3. Conduct equipment checks
  • 3.1 Carry out start-up, shutdown and communication procedures
  • 3.2 Check equipment controls and functions, including implements or other attachments, anchors and/or stabilising equipment for serviceability and report faults
  • 3.3 Conduct inspection and fault finding
  • 3.4 Carry out equipment maintenance to schedule
4. Drive bore hole
  • 4.1 Prepare launch and receiving pits for inserting and receiving bore head in accordance with site requirements
  • 4.2 Extract and dispose of mud in accordance with job specifications
  • 4.3 Continually monitor bore head progress for vertical and horizontal alignment
  • 4.4 Monitor machine for continuity of production to site conditions
  • 4.5 Monitor drilling fluid to accommodate differing strata formation
  • 4.6 Remove bore head
  • 4.7 Check and fit back reaming attachment to drill string
  • 4.8 Conduct back reaming to dimensions/plans/specifications
  • 4.9 Position drums/rolls of installing product and ensure safe discharge of product
5. Clean up
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB502 RIICTT301A Conduct fluid assisted directional boring Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBN13 RIICTT301E Conduct fluid assisted directional boring Unit of competency