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Perform field support duties in a roadwork environment

Perform field support duties in a roadwork environment

Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK212A
State Code
C5871
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2014
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
04/08/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the competencies required to undertake relevant field support duties in the construction and maintenance of roads within Council areas. The unit looks at establishing the facilities required for road works, the preparation of surfaces and materials necessary for road construction and maintenance and the use of appropriate signage at the work site.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Establish site facilities for road maintenance and construction
  • 1.1 Work is planned and programmed to be undertaken in accordance with drawings, specifications and other documentation.
  • 1.2 Work site is prepared and maintained in a safe condition in accordance with OHS requirements and regulations of other accredited authorities.
  • 1.3 Traffic control is planned at job site and signed in accordance with relevant Australian Standards.
  • 1.4 Underground and overhead obstructions and other utility services are identified.
  • 1.5 Appropriate signage is selected, established and maintained at work site.
2 Construct appropriate pits and manholes
  • 2.1 Plant, equipment, tools and materials to construct manholes and pits are selected.
  • 2.2 Pits and manholes are constructed according to council requirements.
3 Construct roads and pavements
  • 3.1 Site is set out, cleared and prepared
  • 3.2 Earthworks are undertaken and the sub-grade prepared.
  • 3.3 Construction materials are spread and compacted using appropriate plant, equipment , materials and construction.
  • 3.4 Pavement surface for construction of wearing surface using either a bitumen seal or asphalt surface.
  • 3.5 Pavement markings are applied and signs, safety rails and markers are erected as specified.
4 Maintain roads and pavements
  • 4.1 Surface is set out and prepared for resealing/patching or other maintenance activities.
  • 4.2 Levelling tasks are carried out where necessary using appropriate plant and equipment.
  • 4.3 Materials used to maintain the pavement are prepared correctly using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • 4.4 Repairs on road pavement, kerb and channel, potholes, sealing and asphalt overlays are made using appropriate tools, plant and equipment.
  • 4.5 Subsurface and surface open drains are maintained, repaired and cleared where necessary.
  • 4.6 Trees and shrubs are trimmed or removed and weeds are controlled according to council requirements.
  • 4.7 Verges are mown by tractor signs in relation to their meaning, positioning and material.
5 Maintain records for road construction and maintenance
  • 5.1 Information is recorded in accordance with council and legislative requirements.
  • 5.2 Details are recorded clearly, accurately and legibly.
  • 5.3 Records are secured, accessible and up-to-date.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Signage includes:
statutory
directional and information
road lines/road markings
reflectors
centrelines
directional lines
shoulder lines
Earthworks may include:
clearing
grading
levelling
excavating
trenching
Plant and equipment may include:
bulldozers
excavators
trucks
graders
compactors
loaders
skid steers
pumps
Types of construction materials may include:
soils (clay, sand, gravel, silt)
crushed rock
soil aggregates
concrete aggregates
filter sands and aggregates
bitumen
cutback bitumen
bitumen emulsion
Types of surfaces may include:
bitumen and emulsion seal
unsealed
gravel
concrete
segmental pavers
asphalt
pre-mix
primer seal
Types of records may include:
test reports
job diaries
instructions
correspondence
time-sheets
accident reports
costing sheets
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, the knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrated ability to use appropriate materials, construction methods and processes for the construction and maintenance of roads.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to plans and specifications.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to relevant occupational health and safety practices on site.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to Australian standards, codes of practice and advisory standards.
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope as defined in the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the Key Competency levels at the end of this unit.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate his/her handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completing workplace documentation
third party reports from experienced practitioner
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer/coach/supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time which is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
The learner and the trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.
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