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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

interpret plans and job instructions

manually handle construction materials and heavy bridging components

work with plant

follow instructionsdirectives and report information

participate in team

encourage other team members

use a variety of verbal and nonverbal communication techniques including language style active listening

Required Knowledge

OHampS workplace and equipment safety requirements

materials handling while operating tools

site safety while working with plant

anchorage systems knots and lashings

techniques for supporting others

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

verbal and nonverbal communication techniques including language style active listening

Evidence Required

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to assist in the construction of at least two wet gap crossings using two types of wet gap crossing bridging equipment listed in the Range Statement Individuals should be assessed participating in the construction of

one gap crossing with a span of at least metres

one crossing at night

Assessment must also confirm the ability to

prepare a crossing site

check components tools and equipment for serviceability and completeness

participate in the assembly construction operation and recovery of various types of crossing systems

communicate effectively and work as part of a team

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated under field conditions over a time frame that allows for individuals to be assessed in the various tasks related to the construction of at least two wet gap crossings using two types of equipment listed in the Range Statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed by observing the individual assisting in the assembly construction and maintenance of various types of wet gap crossing equipment that may include floating support bridges ferries rafts and fixed floating span equipment in accordance with standard procedures and instructions by day and night and should cover all of the Critical aspects of evidence

Specific resources for assessment

wet gap crossing equipment and components fixed floating span equipment ferry equipment floating support bridge rafts improvised floating structure

tools plant equipment and materials required to support the operation of wet gap crossing equipment including the construction of supporting devices such as aerial ropeways

wet gap area for training area

transport small watercraft plant and operators

Range Statement


The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Wet gap crossing bridging equipment may include	Fixed floating span equipment Ferry equipment (captive and free) Floating support bridge Rafts Improvised floating structures
Field conditions may include	A range of terrain, soil and vegetation Under all weather conditions By day or night and under illumination Wet gaps including rivers, streams and lakes
Personal protective equipment may include	Boots Safety glasses/goggles Ear plugs/muffs Dust masks/respirators Gloves Hard hat/cap Life vests
OH&S requirements may include	Workplace operations and safety procedures Use of protective clothing and equipment Safe use of tools and equipment Safe handling and storage of materials Safe working on water and floating structures
Site layout and preparation may include	Preparing site plan Marking out site Removing vegetation Constructing approaches including access roads and tracks Compacting the soil and stabilising entry and exit points Positioning components and materials for assembly Determining datum line
Standard procedures may include	Written and verbal orders and instructions Wet bridging equipment procedures manuals, manufacturer's handbooks, job instructions, field engineering pamphlets and other publications Technical specifications
Tools and equipment may include	Small plant equipment Anchorages Expedient road and tracking i.e. materials obtained locally to construct improvised roads and tracks Measuring tape/rule Spirit level Straight edge Weights String lines Jigs Clamps Mechanical advantage devices, including blocks and tackle Watercraft Hand and power tools