Required skills

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to read and interpret technical documentation such as equipment manuals and specifications

numeracy skills to take and analyse measurements

planning and organisational skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem solving skills to solve equipment and logistics problems

task management skills to work systematically with required attention to detail and adherence to all safety requirements

technical skills to

interpret drawings related to preparing a site for an installation

use hand power tools and excavation equipment

Required knowledge

construction methods and performance requirements

features and operating requirements of construction equipment

legislation codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

manufacturer requirements for safe operation of equipment

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

typical issues and challenges that occur on site

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the ability to

prepare and clear site for installation

excavate site

complete reports and record variations to plans

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessments must ensure

access to sites on which installations can be performed

use of equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

access to relevant regulatory organisational and equipment documentation that impact on installation activities

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

review of a site project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation

direct observation of the candidate preparing a site for a support installation

oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICTPMGA Plan organise and undertake work activities

ICTPMG2173A Plan, organise and undertake work activities.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may have second language issues

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oral communication skill level and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs

Installation plan may include:

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

Hazards may include:

Approvals may include:

OHS practices may include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Reports may include: