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RIICTB310D
Construct specialised timber deck systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to construct specialised timber deck systems 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.

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 to construct specialised timber deck systems

1.1. Access, interpret and apply timber deck systems documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3. Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5. Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements

1.6. Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements

1.7. Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

1.8. Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate, ready for use, materials required for the work application

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

2. Construct bridge deck

2.1. Select deck materials

2.2. Pre-drill connection points

2.3. Fix deck temporarily with nails

2.4. Connect stressing cables to the bridge deck

2.5. Stress and rest bridge deck for the specified timeframe

3. Install bridge deck

3.1. Re-stress bridge deck prior to removal to location

3.2. Trim bridge deck prior to securing in location

3.3. Install bridge deck at location

3.4. Bolt bridge deck to the cross girders

3.5. Re-stress bridge deck

3.6. Pack stressing cable location holes with grease

3.7. Fit protection angles, kerbs and handrails

3.8. Apply waterproofing to the deck and fittings

4. Clean up

4.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2. Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools 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 legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of construction of specialised timber deck systems including:

selecting and using required tools and equipment

constructing timber bridge deck in accordance with production plans

selecting and preparing decking materials

stressing, resting and re-stressing bridge deck prior to moving to location

installing bridge deck at locations

fitting protection angles, kerbs and handrails

waterproofing deck and fittings

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the construction of specialised timber deck systems that meets all of the required outcomes including:

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 systems such as signage to advise others of work activity and exclusion zone

demonstrates completion of constructing specialised timber deck systems that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks

construction and installation of at least one (1) span of a specialised timber deck system, constructed of stressed laminated timber

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the construction of specialised timber deck systems through:

applying legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures for:

site and equipment safety requirements

boat and water safety

sheet piling

Environmental Protection Act

dewatering

caulking

dial before you dig

bridge foundations

bridge heritage

calculation of material requirements

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

applying and monitoring operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

applying site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

interpreting and complying with materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

monitoring quality assurance systems and standards

preparing and/or implementing JSAs/safe work method statements

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 to construct specialised timber deck systems

1.1. Access, interpret and apply timber deck systems documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3. Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5. Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements

1.6. Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements

1.7. Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

1.8. Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate, ready for use, materials required for the work application

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

2. Construct bridge deck

2.1. Select deck materials

2.2. Pre-drill connection points

2.3. Fix deck temporarily with nails

2.4. Connect stressing cables to the bridge deck

2.5. Stress and rest bridge deck for the specified timeframe

3. Install bridge deck

3.1. Re-stress bridge deck prior to removal to location

3.2. Trim bridge deck prior to securing in location

3.3. Install bridge deck at location

3.4. Bolt bridge deck to the cross girders

3.5. Re-stress bridge deck

3.6. Pack stressing cable location holes with grease

3.7. Fit protection angles, kerbs and handrails

3.8. Apply waterproofing to the deck and fittings

4. Clean up

4.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2. Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools 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 legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of construction of specialised timber deck systems including:

selecting and using required tools and equipment

constructing timber bridge deck in accordance with production plans

selecting and preparing decking materials

stressing, resting and re-stressing bridge deck prior to moving to location

installing bridge deck at locations

fitting protection angles, kerbs and handrails

waterproofing deck and fittings

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the construction of specialised timber deck systems that meets all of the required outcomes including:

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 systems such as signage to advise others of work activity and exclusion zone

demonstrates completion of constructing specialised timber deck systems that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks

construction and installation of at least one (1) span of a specialised timber deck system, constructed of stressed laminated timber

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the construction of specialised timber deck systems through:

applying legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures for:

site and equipment safety requirements

boat and water safety

sheet piling

Environmental Protection Act

dewatering

caulking

dial before you dig

bridge foundations

bridge heritage

calculation of material requirements

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

applying and monitoring operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

applying site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

interpreting and complying with materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

monitoring quality assurance systems and standards

preparing and/or implementing JSAs/safe work method statements

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 timber deck systems documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements 
Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements 
Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate, ready for use, materials required for the work application 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Select deck materials 
Pre-drill connection points 
Fix deck temporarily with nails 
Connect stressing cables to the bridge deck 
Stress and rest bridge deck for the specified timeframe 
Re-stress bridge deck prior to removal to location 
Trim bridge deck prior to securing in location 
Install bridge deck at location 
Bolt bridge deck to the cross girders 
Re-stress bridge deck 
Pack stressing cable location holes with grease 
Fit protection angles, kerbs and handrails 
Apply waterproofing to the deck and fittings 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment 
Access, interpret and apply timber deck systems documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements 
Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements 
Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate, ready for use, materials required for the work application 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Select deck materials 
Pre-drill connection points 
Fix deck temporarily with nails 
Connect stressing cables to the bridge deck 
Stress and rest bridge deck for the specified timeframe 
Re-stress bridge deck prior to removal to location 
Trim bridge deck prior to securing in location 
Install bridge deck at location 
Bolt bridge deck to the cross girders 
Re-stress bridge deck 
Pack stressing cable location holes with grease 
Fit protection angles, kerbs and handrails 
Apply waterproofing to the deck and fittings 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment 

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