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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare for bitumen sprayer operations
  2. Set up sprayer
  3. Load sprayer
  4. Operate bitumen sprayer
  5. Operate hand lance
  6. Unload/empty sprayer
  7. Carry out operator maintenance
  8. Clean up

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 documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of bitumen sprayer operations including:

organising work activities

select and use relevant tools and equipment safely

identifying and reporting on hazards related to the worksite and work activity, including any environmental issues

works effectively with others to undertake and complete bitumen sprayer operations that meets all of the required outcomes including:

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

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

using a range of communication techniques and systems such as signage to advise others of work activity and exclusion zone

demonstrates completion of conducting bitumen sprayer operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

a minimum of three (3) different materials to be loaded, mixed, heated and sprayed for two (2) sprayer loads each to be used for two (2) straight runs, two (2) tapers or turning slots and two (2) restricted areas to specified tolerances (spray runs to be a minimum total of 60% of the tank)

a minimum of two (2) areas to be hand lanced, each with a different material and to the specified tolerance

completion of all calculations and spray sheets for the activities


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting bitumen sprayer operations:

applying legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures for:

site and equipment safety requirements

bitumen spraying

complying with the processes for heating bitumen

asphalt paving operations

asphalt strength and performance characteristics

edge and joint treatments

housekeeping

communicating effectively to receive and clarify work instructions

understanding bituminous materials and their characteristics

understanding the different equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

complying with the operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

complying with site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

understanding the processes for the calculation of material requirements, application rates and travel speed

accessing, interpreting and applying safety data sheets

using safe operating techniques in all terrain

preparing and/or implementing with JSAs/JSEA/safe work method statements