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. Prepare and prepare to establish civil construction plans | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply civil construction plan documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Confirm the availability and accuracy of the project information required for completion of the civil construction plan 1.4 Prepare the scope of work required for the safe effective and efficient completion of the project |
2. Conduct the civil construction planning process | 2.1 Identify the viable available options for the construction program 2.2 Select the preferred option and draft the construction program in consultation with relevant team members 2.3 Identify contingency requirements to be allowed for 2.4 Monitor and coordinate the progress of other team members involved 2.5 Identify and schedule the resources required for the execution of the construction program 2.6 Identify the key performance indicators to be used 2.7 Gain client agreement on construction milestones 2.8 Prepare an accurate estimate of the cost of execution of the plan in consultation with relevant team members 2.9 Gain approval 2.10 Document the civil construction plan |
3. Initiate civil construction plans | 3.1 Acquire and make available the necessary resources 3.2 Issue clear and timely instructions to team members and others |
4. Monitor, adjust and report on the execution of civil construction plans | 4.1 Ensure the safe, effective and efficient execution of the plan 4.2 Monitor the civil construction plan performance 4.3 Initiate adjustments to civil construction plan 4.4 Provide ongoing clarification and advice to those applying the plan 4.5 Ensure written and verbal reports are complete and submitted 4.6 Conduct a performance review of the construction plan 4.7 Recommend improvements to safety, efficiency and effectiveness |
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 completion of civil construction plans including accessing, interpreting and applying:
project plans and drawings
project specifications
project construction briefs
project engineering survey information
project hydrological data
meteorological data
project geotechnical data
innovative solutions and new technology
consultative processes
project scheduling and resource management technology
negotiation techniques
feedback techniques
works effectively with others to establish civil construction plans that meets all the required outcomes 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 meetings
maintaining clear and legible written records and the reporting systems
consulting with stakeholders
demonstrates completion of establishing civil constructions plans that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable program options and the selection of programs that best meet the required outcomes, including:
identifying contingency requirements
gaining client agreement on milestones
monitoring and coordinating the progress of other team members involved
identifying and scheduling the required resources
identifying and monitoring key performance indicators
preparation of accurate cost estimate
gaining approval
documenting the construction plan
provide clarification and advice
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when establishing civil construction plans through:
accessing, interpreting and applying legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
risk management
statutory compliance
construction plan development and implementation
work, health and safety
environmental management
quality management
inspection and testing requirements and procedures
verbal and written communication
consultation and community relations
traffic management
staff training
construction plan review
construction plan documentation
construction plan reporting
construction plan approval
construction plan records filing
performance review
team leadership and coordination
cost management
client liaison
scheduling
production rates
civil construction works options
identifying and using sources of information on innovation and new technology
applying techniques for choosing preferred options
applying operational techniques required for the execution of civil works projects
applying civil construction plant and equipment capabilities
cost estimation techniques
identifying principles of road user behaviour
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