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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare a plan to undertake works
  2. Assess current conditions and traffic volume
  3. Inform the general public and relevant authorities
  4. Procure and confirm required materials and equipment

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

organisational capability across a range of physical and human resources

communicating with public other authorities and council staff

estimating resources and capacity

calculating quantities of resources and materials

Required Knowledge

materials technology

construction technology

works methods

state and local government standards

relevant environmental legislation

climatic conditions

supply networks and council procurement policies

road and traffic safety regulations

Evidence Required

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Works project information is relayed to relevant staff

Liaison with public and relevant authorities is undertaken

Safety of work site is ensured

Context of assessment

May be assessed through

on the job

simulated workplace environment

written assignment

shortanswer test

oral questioning

observation

or any combination of the above

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables

Resource implications

In accordance with a range of variable requirements


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.

Council programs may include:

council works programs

departmental works programs

depot programs

maintenance programs

works patrols

Council procedures may include:

communicating to the public on traffic disruption

planning

seeking permission or approval from other agencies

procuring materials and equipment.

Specialists may include:

state road and rail authorities

civil and traffic engineers

consultants

Documentation may include:

analysis sheets

time sheets

diary entries

work sheets

meeting notes

cost analysis

planning specifications

drawing plans

Authorities may include:

police

fire

emergency

Traffic may include:

vehicular

aircraft

locomotive

pedestrian

livestock

Persons affected by the work may include:

utilities

road traffic authorities

residents

businesses

community groups

community services

environmental protection agencies