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RIICCM205D
Carry out manual excavation

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to carry out manual excavation in Civil construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

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Evidence Required

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1. Plan and prepare for manual excavation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply manual excavation 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 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements

1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Dig small excavations by hand

2.1 Confirm the location and specifications of the intended excavation

2.2 Identify service markers/taped areas

2.3 Determine and confirm location of underground services and avoid damage/interference

2.4 Use hand tools, and dig post holes, small pits and trenches to the required dimensions

2.5 Undertake trench collapse prevention procedures, where excavation is in unstable ground

2.6 Place barricades around the excavation

3. Complete and isolate the excavation

3.1 Clean loose material out of excavation using hand tools

3.2 Check excavation complies with the specification/work instruction

3.3 Clear loose material away from the edge of excavation

4. Conduct housekeeping activities

4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

4.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

4.4 Process written records

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare for manual excavation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply manual excavation 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 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements

1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Dig small excavations by hand

2.1 Confirm the location and specifications of the intended excavation

2.2 Identify service markers/taped areas

2.3 Determine and confirm location of underground services and avoid damage/interference

2.4 Use hand tools, and dig post holes, small pits and trenches to the required dimensions

2.5 Undertake trench collapse prevention procedures, where excavation is in unstable ground

2.6 Place barricades around the excavation

3. Complete and isolate the excavation

3.1 Clean loose material out of excavation using hand tools

3.2 Check excavation complies with the specification/work instruction

3.3 Clear loose material away from the edge of excavation

4. Conduct housekeeping activities

4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

4.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

4.4 Process written records

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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
Access, interpret and apply manual excavation documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements 
Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Confirm the location and specifications of the intended excavation 
Identify service markers/taped areas 
Determine and confirm location of underground services and avoid damage/interference 
Use hand tools, and dig post holes, small pits and trenches to the required dimensions 
Undertake trench collapse prevention procedures, where excavation is in unstable ground 
Place barricades around the excavation 
Clean loose material out of excavation using hand tools 
Check excavation complies with the specification/work instruction 
Clear loose material away from the edge of excavation 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process written records 

Forms

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