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.
1. Plan and prepare for underground service installation | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply underground service documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Review the installation and identify required tasks 1.3 Access, interpret and clarify the specific task information and requirements 1.4 Ensure a job plan is available which makes best use of the available resources and meets task requirements |
2. Ensure appropriate initiation of tasks is carried out | 2.1 Confirm that the necessary resources are available for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of the tasks 2.2 Ensure clear and timely instructions are communicated to team members and others involved 2.3 Set out tasks as required for the job plan |
3. Oversee the execution of tasks | 3.1 Monitor the installation against required outcomes and identify performance gaps 3.2 Initiate adjustments to work practice/job plan and ensure achievement of required outcomes 3.3 Ensure plant equipment and tools maintenance requirements are carried out and recorded in writing |
4. Report on the execution of tasks | 4.1 Complete and submit written reports 4.2 Recommend changes to improve the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the execution of tasks |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
implements appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient supervision of installation of underground service using open excavation tasks including:
identifying and interpreting relevant information and data
calculating quantities for the execution of tasks, including:
volumes
grades
percentages
areas
resource consumption figures, including required supply rates
works effectively with others to plan, prepare and conduct for the installation of underground service using open excavation tasks including:
providing clear and timely instruction and supervision using a range of communication techniques to those involved
preparing for and conducting briefings, toolbox and site meeting
maintaining clear and legible written records and reporting systems
demonstrates completion of the principles for the installation of underground service using open excavation that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
supervising others in the installation of underground service using open excavation tasks
organising availability of necessary resources
monitoring required outcomes and identifying performance gaps
recommending changes to improve the execution of tasks
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in applying the principles for the installation of underground service using open excavation through:
applying organisation, site requirements and procedures for:
risk assessment and management
statutory compliance
work health and safety
environmental management
shoring and slope management
quality management
work zone traffic management
contract management
managing open excavation underground service installation
plant and equipment capabilities and application
implementing plant, equipment and tools maintenance requirements and procedures
assessing operational techniques
assessing resource requirements and procedures
scheduling tasks/activities
scheduling materials delivery requirements and procedures
implementing workplace relationship requirements and procedures
managing client and site operational requirements
identifying relationship between various areas of civil works
using team leadership techniques
using works planning techniques
identifying engineering survey principles
using estimating principles
using civil works construction sequencing and terminology
identifying related underground services and utilities
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level