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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare to operate a bridge inspection unit
  2. Check bridge inspection unit
  3. Set up bridge inspection unit
  4. Operate bridge inspection unit
  5. Carry out operator maintenance
  6. Clean up
  7. Plan and prepare to operate a bridge inspection unit
  8. Check bridge inspection unit
  9. Set up bridge inspection unit
  10. Operate bridge inspection unit
  11. Carry out operator maintenance

Performance Evidence

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 bridge inspection unit operations including:

identifying and applying the most productive operating technique

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the operation of bridge inspection units that meets all of the required outcomes, including:

using a range of communication techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

implementing traffic management signage

clearly communicating location adjustment requirements to driver

demonstrates completion of operating a bridge inspection unit that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

conducting start-up, park and shutdown procedures

checking equipment controls and functions, including implements, attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability

correctly loading and entering bucket/platform and attaching fall arrest device

operating a self-propelled or truck mounted under bridge inspection unit to inspect the underside and the outer sides of a whole bridge of at least twenty (20) metres in length, for two (2) bridges, wharves or jetties to specifications

carrying out and recording regular programmed maintenance tasks


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of operating a bridge inspection unit through:

applying legislative, organisation and site requirements for:

risk assessment and management

site and equipment safety requirements

bridge construction

bridge components

under bridge inspection units and operation

safe working procedures for working at heights and over water

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

project quality requirements

civil construction terminology

interpreting engineering drawings

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

safety data sheets and materials handling methods

JSA/JSEA/safe work method statements