Assessor Resource

RIICFW304A
Conduct pile driving operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:

Civil construction

This unit covers the driving of piles in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing, locating pile positions and establishing piling rig plants, driving piles, removing piling rigs, and cleaning up. 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.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the conducting of pile driving operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conducting of pile driving operations, which are to include:

a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and

driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods

working with others to undertake and complete pile driving operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of pile driving operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes, including:

a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and

driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the driving of piles

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.


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.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to drive piles:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for driving piles

organise work activities

select and use relevant tools and equipment safely

identify and report on hazards related to the worksite and work activity

communicate effectively to receive and clarify work instructions

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to drive piles:

site and equipment safety requirements

foundation work

piles and their installation techniques

scaffolding and work platform installation

construction principles

processes for interpreting engineering drawings

soil, sand, rock, clay, shale, gravel and silt types and characteristics

water erosion

processes for installing piles in water

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

project quality requirements

civil construction terminology

JSAs/safe work method statements

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Safety requirements may include:

OHS requirements are to be in accordance with state or territory legislation and regulations and may include protective clothing and equipment, use of tools and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, use of First Aid equipment, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

safe operating procedures are to include but not be limited to recognising and preventing hazards associated with overhead and underground services, other machines, personnel, traffic control, working at heights, working proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public

hazards and risks may include but not be limited to uneven/unstable terrain, trees, fires, overhead and underground services, excavations, traffic, embankments, cuttings, structures and hazardous materials

emergency procedures related to equipment operation are to include but may not be limited to emergency shutdown and stopping, extinguishing equipment fires, organisational First Aid requirements and evacuation

safe parking practices are to include but not be limited to ensuring access ways are clear, equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites, safe distance from excavations, and secured from unauthorised access or movement

Site may include:

new construction sites

existing structures being renovated or extended

existing structure subject to service restoration or maintenance

road works

earthworks

wharves

marine

bridges

foundation

Signage may include:

escort vehicle

highway traffic signs

site safety signage

temporary signage for the benefit of motorists and pedestrians

barricades

traffic conditions signage

Traffic may include:

congested urban environments

low traffic rural areas

off-road un-trafficked areas

buildings

parking sites

pedestrian areas

Plant, tools and equipment may include:

pile hammers (static weight, diesel injection and hydraulic)

shovels

crow bars

measuring tapes

spirit levels

plumb bob

scaffolding

Environmental requirements may include:

organisational/project environmental management plan

waste management

water quality protection

noise

vibration

dust and clean-up management

Drive pile may include:

pre-cast concrete and may include steel

mechanically jointed pre-cast concrete

temporary timber piles

temporary metal sheeting piles

Materials may include:

piles (timber, concrete or steel)

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
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the driving of piles 
Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details to the allotted task 
Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task 
Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan 
Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults 
Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task 
Establish location for piles from reference points and set out to requirements 
Establish plant and related equipment in position and check for operation in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Prepare and check pile for conformity 
Identify and protect area for pile driving and surrounding working space in accordance with safety requirements 
Lift pile and manoeuvre into position using the piling rig in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Set up piling rig and drive pile into place in accordance with standards 
Carry out splicing or jointing in accordance with engineers' specifications 
Dismantle plant and related equipment in accordance with manufacturer's manual and standard operating procedures 
Relocate piling rig in preparation for next piling installation procedure 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment 

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