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RIICRC321D
Use automated paving guidance systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to use automated paving guidance systems in Civil Construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

No licensing, legislation, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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 to use automated paving guidance systems

1.1 Access, interpret and apply automated paving guidance systems 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 Select and check for faults to plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

2. Setup automated paving guidance system

2.1 Setup prisms within site tolerances and according to manufacturer’s specifications

2.2 Locate survey equipment according to worksite and manufacturer’s specifications

2.3 Identify and establish control points and theodolite positions for planned operation

2.4 Verify survey model is consistent with worksite plans

2.5 Calibrate paver to tolerances within manufacturers and worksite specifications

3. Operate automated paving guidance system (AGPS)

3.1 Set APGS controls to automatic control settings

3.2 Check signal inputs and automated control is operational

3.3 Check freshly paved concrete for conformance against worksite model

3.4 Conduct paver/APGS adjustments during operation

3.5 Reposition total station as required

3.6 Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process

4. Conduct shutdown operations

4.1 Confirm instructions from supervisor prior to shutdown procedure

4.2 Shutdown APGS

4.3 Lower sensors on paver

4.4 Clean, check, maintain and store total stations

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 APGS operations including:

accessing, interpreting and applying documentation for sealing concrete pavements

identifying and applying relevant specifications to all work activities

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

selecting and checking for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues

works effectively with others to undertake and complete APGS that meets all of the 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 movements and hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process

demonstrates completion of the use of automated paving guidance systems that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

setting up automated paving guidance system as per project specifications

operating automated paving guidance system

conducting shutdown operations

cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing total stations as per worksite requirements and manufacturer’s instructions

the conduct of APGS operations are to cover as a minimum:

setup, calibrate and pave for two hundred (200) meters within required conformance

demonstrate ability to adjust paver (six (6) times):

two (2) times horizontal (one (1) positive, one (1) negative)

Two (2) times vertical (one (1) positive, one (1) negative)

Two (2) times combination of above

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in using automated paving guidance systems through:

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

identifying and managing risks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues

setting up work activity

work health and safety

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

applying effective techniques in using automated paving guidance systems

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

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare to use automated paving guidance systems

1.1 Access, interpret and apply automated paving guidance systems 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 Select and check for faults to plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

2. Setup automated paving guidance system

2.1 Setup prisms within site tolerances and according to manufacturer’s specifications

2.2 Locate survey equipment according to worksite and manufacturer’s specifications

2.3 Identify and establish control points and theodolite positions for planned operation

2.4 Verify survey model is consistent with worksite plans

2.5 Calibrate paver to tolerances within manufacturers and worksite specifications

3. Operate automated paving guidance system (AGPS)

3.1 Set APGS controls to automatic control settings

3.2 Check signal inputs and automated control is operational

3.3 Check freshly paved concrete for conformance against worksite model

3.4 Conduct paver/APGS adjustments during operation

3.5 Reposition total station as required

3.6 Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process

4. Conduct shutdown operations

4.1 Confirm instructions from supervisor prior to shutdown procedure

4.2 Shutdown APGS

4.3 Lower sensors on paver

4.4 Clean, check, maintain and store total stations

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 APGS operations including:

accessing, interpreting and applying documentation for sealing concrete pavements

identifying and applying relevant specifications to all work activities

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

selecting and checking for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues

works effectively with others to undertake and complete APGS that meets all of the 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 movements and hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process

demonstrates completion of the use of automated paving guidance systems that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

setting up automated paving guidance system as per project specifications

operating automated paving guidance system

conducting shutdown operations

cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing total stations as per worksite requirements and manufacturer’s instructions

the conduct of APGS operations are to cover as a minimum:

setup, calibrate and pave for two hundred (200) meters within required conformance

demonstrate ability to adjust paver (six (6) times):

two (2) times horizontal (one (1) positive, one (1) negative)

Two (2) times vertical (one (1) positive, one (1) negative)

Two (2) times combination of above

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in using automated paving guidance systems through:

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

identifying and managing risks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues

setting up work activity

work health and safety

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

applying effective techniques in using automated paving guidance systems

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

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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 automated paving guidance systems 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 
Select and check for faults to plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Setup prisms within site tolerances and according to manufacturer’s specifications 
Locate survey equipment according to worksite and manufacturer’s specifications 
Identify and establish control points and theodolite positions for planned operation 
Verify survey model is consistent with worksite plans 
Calibrate paver to tolerances within manufacturers and worksite specifications 
Set APGS controls to automatic control settings 
Check signal inputs and automated control is operational 
Check freshly paved concrete for conformance against worksite model 
Conduct paver/APGS adjustments during operation 
Reposition total station as required 
Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process 
Confirm instructions from supervisor prior to shutdown procedure 
Shutdown APGS 
Lower sensors on paver 
Clean, check, maintain and store total stations 
Access, interpret and apply automated paving guidance systems 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 
Select and check for faults to plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Setup prisms within site tolerances and according to manufacturer’s specifications 
Locate survey equipment according to worksite and manufacturer’s specifications 
Identify and establish control points and theodolite positions for planned operation 
Verify survey model is consistent with worksite plans 
Calibrate paver to tolerances within manufacturers and worksite specifications 
Set APGS controls to automatic control settings 
Check signal inputs and automated control is operational 
Check freshly paved concrete for conformance against worksite model 
Conduct paver/APGS adjustments during operation 
Reposition total station as required 
Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process 
Confirm instructions from supervisor prior to shutdown procedure 
Shutdown APGS 
Lower sensors on paver 
Clean, check, maintain and store total stations 

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