Assessor Resource

RIICRC202D
Install signs

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install signs 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 much be sourced prior to application of this unit.

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.

1. Plan and prepare for installing signs

1.1 Access, interpret and apply sign installation 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 correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements

1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

1.7 Clarify and confirm permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements

2. Transport sign and materials to the site

2.1 Survey location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications

2.2 Arrange site access in accordance with safe working procedures

2.3 Prepare delivery site for risk control

2.4 Determine availability of loading/unloading equipment

2.5 Arrange transportation of signage

2.6 Protect signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation

2.7 Load, transport and off-load signs and equipment correctly

3. Assemble sign

3.1 Lay out and check sign components prior to assembly

3.2 Confirm correct signage against specifications

3.3 Assemble sign on or off site as appropriate

4. Erect sign

4.1 Determine method of erection according to job requirements

4.2 Prepare support materials according to drawings and specifications

4.3 Install fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations

4.4 Brace support structure safely

4.5 Erect sign efficiently and safely

5. Clean up

5.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials

5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant and equipment

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 applicable, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of installing signs including:

identifying and applying relevant drawings and job specifications

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

identifying, obtaining, confirming and implementing signage requirements and availability of signs

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks surveying location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications

arranging site access in accordance with safe working procedures

preparing delivery site for risk control

determining availability of loading/unloading equipment

arranging transportation of signage

protecting signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation

loading, transporting and off-loading signs and equipment correctly

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the installation of signs in a way that meets all required outcomes including:

preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

using a range of communication techniques and aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones

monitoring hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process

demonstrates completion of installing signs that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

laying out and checking sign components prior to assembly

confirming correct signage against specifications

assembling sign on or off site as appropriate

determining method of erection according to job requirements

preparing support materials according to drawings and specifications

installing fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations

bracing support structure safely

erecting sign efficiently and safely

clearing work area and recycling or disposing of materials

cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing plant and equipment

the loading, transportation, unloading and installation of a minimum of three different free standing signs with at least one (1) being a free standing sign requiring the installation of dual supports

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in installing signs through:

accessing, interpreting and applying, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

for installing designated signs

identifying and managing risks

clarifying and confirming permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues and ground conditions

setting up work activity

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities

work health and safety

arranging site access

arranging transport and loading activities

managing waste

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks carrying out work to specifications

applying effective sign installation techniques

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


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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.

1. Plan and prepare for installing signs

1.1 Access, interpret and apply sign installation 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 correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements

1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

1.7 Clarify and confirm permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements

2. Transport sign and materials to the site

2.1 Survey location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications

2.2 Arrange site access in accordance with safe working procedures

2.3 Prepare delivery site for risk control

2.4 Determine availability of loading/unloading equipment

2.5 Arrange transportation of signage

2.6 Protect signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation

2.7 Load, transport and off-load signs and equipment correctly

3. Assemble sign

3.1 Lay out and check sign components prior to assembly

3.2 Confirm correct signage against specifications

3.3 Assemble sign on or off site as appropriate

4. Erect sign

4.1 Determine method of erection according to job requirements

4.2 Prepare support materials according to drawings and specifications

4.3 Install fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations

4.4 Brace support structure safely

4.5 Erect sign efficiently and safely

5. Clean up

5.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials

5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant and equipment

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 applicable, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of installing signs including:

identifying and applying relevant drawings and job specifications

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

identifying, obtaining, confirming and implementing signage requirements and availability of signs

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks surveying location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications

arranging site access in accordance with safe working procedures

preparing delivery site for risk control

determining availability of loading/unloading equipment

arranging transportation of signage

protecting signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation

loading, transporting and off-loading signs and equipment correctly

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the installation of signs in a way that meets all required outcomes including:

preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

using a range of communication techniques and aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones

monitoring hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process

demonstrates completion of installing signs that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

laying out and checking sign components prior to assembly

confirming correct signage against specifications

assembling sign on or off site as appropriate

determining method of erection according to job requirements

preparing support materials according to drawings and specifications

installing fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations

bracing support structure safely

erecting sign efficiently and safely

clearing work area and recycling or disposing of materials

cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing plant and equipment

the loading, transportation, unloading and installation of a minimum of three different free standing signs with at least one (1) being a free standing sign requiring the installation of dual supports

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in installing signs through:

accessing, interpreting and applying, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

for installing designated signs

identifying and managing risks

clarifying and confirming permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues and ground conditions

setting up work activity

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities

work health and safety

arranging site access

arranging transport and loading activities

managing waste

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks carrying out work to specifications

applying effective sign installation techniques

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

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 sign installation 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 correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 
Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Clarify and confirm permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements 
Survey location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications 
Arrange site access in accordance with safe working procedures 
Prepare delivery site for risk control 
Determine availability of loading/unloading equipment 
Arrange transportation of signage 
Protect signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation 
Load, transport and off-load signs and equipment correctly 
Lay out and check sign components prior to assembly 
Confirm correct signage against specifications 
Assemble sign on or off site as appropriate 
Determine method of erection according to job requirements 
Prepare support materials according to drawings and specifications 
Install fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations 
Brace support structure safely 
Erect sign efficiently and safely 
Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant and equipment 
Access, interpret and apply sign installation 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 correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 
Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Clarify and confirm permits and clearances in accordance with regulatory authority requirements 
Survey location of the site in accordance with job drawings and specifications 
Arrange site access in accordance with safe working procedures 
Prepare delivery site for risk control 
Determine availability of loading/unloading equipment 
Arrange transportation of signage 
Protect signs appropriately and pack them securely for transportation 
Load, transport and off-load signs and equipment correctly 
Lay out and check sign components prior to assembly 
Confirm correct signage against specifications 
Assemble sign on or off site as appropriate 
Determine method of erection according to job requirements 
Prepare support materials according to drawings and specifications 
Install fastenings to manufacturer’s recommendations 
Brace support structure safely 
Erect sign efficiently and safely 
Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant and equipment 

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