Assessor Resource

CPPSIS3016
Provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects. The unit covers planning and preparing for work, including selecting equipment and supplies, and while in the field following safety procedures and carrying out field support tasks.

The unit supports those who work under supervision in a surveying or spatial information services team, in positions that provide assistance with data collection in the field.

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 identified and confirmed with appropriate persons according to organisational requirements.

1.2.

Equipment and supplies appropriate to the task are selected and prepared according to task and organisational requirements.

1.3.

Hazards relating to the work site are identified and risks controlled according to organisational and safety requirements.

1.4.

Site drawings and plans are obtained and examined to determine location of services.

1.5.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.

Execute field support tasks.

2.1.

Support tasks are carried out in consultation with appropriate persons and according to task requirements.

2.2.

Equipment is operated according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise field support tasks.

3.1.

Site is restored as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Equipment is cleaned and stored in a secure location according to manufacturer specifications.

3.3.

Repair work is organised for unsafe or faulty tools and equipment 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 provide five of the field support tasks listed in the range of conditions for two different spatial data collection projects.

While providing the above field support services, the person must:

communicate clearly with others to clarify work tasks

comply with organisational, legislative and manufacturer requirements in order to work safely and protect the work environment while in the field

cooperate with team members to collect and record data

select and use the following spatial tools and equipment to complete support tasks:

communication device

data measuring and recording equipment and tools

safety equipment and supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE).

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

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

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

purpose and uses of required tools and equipment

site restoration and waste disposal procedures

work health and safety procedures relating to field support activities.

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

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

job specifications for field support work

equipment operating manuals

safety instructions

organisational policies, procedures and documentation relating to work tasks

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working under supervision.

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 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 identified and confirmed with appropriate persons according to organisational requirements.

1.2.

Equipment and supplies appropriate to the task are selected and prepared according to task and organisational requirements.

1.3.

Hazards relating to the work site are identified and risks controlled according to organisational and safety requirements.

1.4.

Site drawings and plans are obtained and examined to determine location of services.

1.5.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.

2.

Execute field support tasks.

2.1.

Support tasks are carried out in consultation with appropriate persons and according to task requirements.

2.2.

Equipment is operated according to task and organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise field support tasks.

3.1.

Site is restored as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements.

3.2.

Equipment is cleaned and stored in a secure location according to manufacturer specifications.

3.3.

Repair work is organised for unsafe or faulty tools and equipment 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:

experienced colleague.

supervisor or line manager.

Support tasks must include at least five of the following:

assisting equipment operator with data collection and recording

clearing lines

finding survey marks

loading and unloading equipment and tools

performing simple measurements, such as height of instrument and target

placing survey marks

setting up tripods and equipment in preparation for use by an instrument operator

shifting equipment between designated points

using and maintaining tools, such as shovels, crow bars, axes and brush hooks.

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 provide five of the field support tasks listed in the range of conditions for two different spatial data collection projects.

While providing the above field support services, the person must:

communicate clearly with others to clarify work tasks

comply with organisational, legislative and manufacturer requirements in order to work safely and protect the work environment while in the field

cooperate with team members to collect and record data

select and use the following spatial tools and equipment to complete support tasks:

communication device

data measuring and recording equipment and tools

safety equipment and supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE).

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

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

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

purpose and uses of required tools and equipment

site restoration and waste disposal procedures

work health and safety procedures relating to field support activities.

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

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

job specifications for field support work

equipment operating manuals

safety instructions

organisational policies, procedures and documentation relating to work tasks

relationships with team members and supervisor:

working under supervision.

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.

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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 identified and confirmed with appropriate persons according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment and supplies appropriate to the task are selected and prepared according to task and organisational requirements. 
Hazards relating to the work site are identified and risks controlled according to organisational and safety requirements. 
Site drawings and plans are obtained and examined to determine location of services. 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is accessed and used according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements. 
Support tasks are carried out in consultation with appropriate persons and according to task requirements. 
Equipment is operated according to task and organisational requirements. 
Site is restored as near as practicable to original condition, and waste is disposed of according to organisational requirements. 
Equipment is cleaned and stored in a secure location according to manufacturer specifications. 
Repair work is organised for unsafe or faulty tools and equipment according to organisational requirements. 

Forms

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