Assessor Resource

CPPSIS2015
Assist with surveying and spatial field activities

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to assist members of a surveying and spatial information services team by carrying out field support tasks as directed. The unit covers preparing for work by clarifying tasks and equipment to be used, including personal protective equipment (PPE). The unit also covers participating in a range of support activities, including identifying and marking surface positions; and using and storing tools and equipment. It covers restoring the work site after tasks are completed, and checking tools and equipment to report faults or problems. The unit requires the ability to follow instructions and communicate with team members to clarify work tasks, and apply mathematical concepts used for distance measurements and calculations.

The unit supports those who work under direct supervision in a surveying and spatial information services team, in positions relating to field support and administration.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for field support tasks.

1.1.

Task requirements are clarified with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Tools and equipment are selected to meet task requirements in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.3.

PPE is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.

Assist with field support tasks.

2.1.

Support tasks are carried out and problems reported to appropriate persons according to organisational requirements.

2.2.

Surface positions are identified and marked in line with task and organisational requirements.

2.3.

Tools and equipment are used according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise field support tasks.

3.1.

Measurements are checked and recorded according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Assistance is provided in restoring site as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Tools and equipment are checked and stored safely according to organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications.

3.4.

Unsafe or faulty tools and equipment are reported according to organisational requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also follow procedures and instructions to assist with field support activities in two projects in the surveying and spatial field.

For each project, the person must use safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), and a communication device, such as ultra-high frequency radio.

The person must also use four of the following:

compass

data recording equipment

digital or hard copy map

distance measuring wheel

level

measuring instruments

scientific calculator

hand-held laser measuring device.

While assisting in the above field support activities, the person must:

use and check tools and equipment to identify faults or problems

communicate clearly with others to clarify work tasks and report problems

comply with organisational and manufacturer requirements in order to work safely and protect the environment

cooperate with team members to follow instructions

follow procedures to identify and mark surface positions

report problems and seek assistance with work tasks

assist in restoring work site to as near as practicable to original condition after field activities are completed.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

industry-accepted standards and practices for marking surface positions and measuring and recording basic spatial data

organisational policies and procedures covering work tasks relating to field projects, including reporting and equipment use and maintenance

purpose of and storage procedures for the tools and equipment required in above field activities

site restoration and waste disposal procedures

work health and safety procedures relating to field support activities, including required PPE.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence, including PPE

specifications:

equipment operating manuals and manufacturer specifications

standard operating procedures and documentation relating to field activities

relationships with team members and supervisor:

access to supervisor and other appropriate persons for assistance with work tasks.

Timeframe:

as specified by task and organisational requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for field support tasks.

1.1.

Task requirements are clarified with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Tools and equipment are selected to meet task requirements in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.3.

PPE is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.

Assist with field support tasks.

2.1.

Support tasks are carried out and problems reported to appropriate persons according to organisational requirements.

2.2.

Surface positions are identified and marked in line with task and organisational requirements.

2.3.

Tools and equipment are used according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise field support tasks.

3.1.

Measurements are checked and recorded according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Assistance is provided in restoring site as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Tools and equipment are checked and stored safely according to organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications.

3.4.

Unsafe or faulty tools and equipment are reported according to organisational requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Appropriate persons must include at least one of the following:

site personnel

supervisor or line manager.

Support tasks must include at least two of the following:

checking data

identifying and marking positions of assets for which information is required

maintaining equipment

recording data.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also follow procedures and instructions to assist with field support activities in two projects in the surveying and spatial field.

For each project, the person must use safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), and a communication device, such as ultra-high frequency radio.

The person must also use four of the following:

compass

data recording equipment

digital or hard copy map

distance measuring wheel

level

measuring instruments

scientific calculator

hand-held laser measuring device.

While assisting in the above field support activities, the person must:

use and check tools and equipment to identify faults or problems

communicate clearly with others to clarify work tasks and report problems

comply with organisational and manufacturer requirements in order to work safely and protect the environment

cooperate with team members to follow instructions

follow procedures to identify and mark surface positions

report problems and seek assistance with work tasks

assist in restoring work site to as near as practicable to original condition after field activities are completed.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

industry-accepted standards and practices for marking surface positions and measuring and recording basic spatial data

organisational policies and procedures covering work tasks relating to field projects, including reporting and equipment use and maintenance

purpose of and storage procedures for the tools and equipment required in above field activities

site restoration and waste disposal procedures

work health and safety procedures relating to field support activities, including required PPE.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence, including PPE

specifications:

equipment operating manuals and manufacturer specifications

standard operating procedures and documentation relating to field activities

relationships with team members and supervisor:

access to supervisor and other appropriate persons for assistance with work tasks.

Timeframe:

as specified by task and organisational requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Task requirements are clarified with appropriate persons. 
Tools and equipment are selected to meet task requirements in consultation with appropriate persons. 
PPE is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Support tasks are carried out and problems reported to appropriate persons according to organisational requirements. 
Surface positions are identified and marked in line with task and organisational requirements. 
Tools and equipment are used according to task and organisational requirements. 
Measurements are checked and recorded according to organisational requirements. 
Assistance is provided in restoring site as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements. 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored safely according to organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications. 
Unsafe or faulty tools and equipment are reported according to organisational requirements. 

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