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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare to erect a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge
   • Access, interpret and apply temporary modular support system (bailey) documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions before proceeding
   • Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements
   • Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements
   • Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
   • Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate ready for use materials required for the work application
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Set out and establish support system
   • Assess load bearing capacity of the ground and/or timber directly under the support system
   • Set out bearing locations
   • Install supplementary supports
3. Assemble temporary modular bridge
   • Assess condition of components for acceptable use and replace faulty parts
   • Compile components and check inventory
   • Mark location points for high capacity panelling
   • Select resources, materials and equipment
   • Sequence assembly process prior to commencement
   • Assemble interlocking components using connections and fittings for the temporary modular bridge
   • Re-check completed assembly
4. Disassemble temporary modular bridge
   • Sequence disassembly process prior to commencement
   • Select resources, materials and equipment
   • Disassemble interlocking components including connections and fittings
   • Compile components and check inventory
   • Assess condition of components for acceptable reuse
   • Store components
5. Clean up
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle
   • Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment
6. Plan and prepare to erect a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge
   • Access, interpret and apply temporary modular support system (bailey) documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions before proceeding
   • Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements
   • Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements
   • Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
   • Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate ready for use materials required for the work application
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
7. Set out and establish support system
   • Assess load bearing capacity of the ground and/or timber directly under the support system
   • Set out bearing locations
   • Install supplementary supports
8. Assemble temporary modular bridge
   • Assess condition of components for acceptable use and replace faulty parts
   • Compile components and check inventory
   • Mark location points for high capacity panelling
   • Select resources, materials and equipment
   • Sequence assembly process prior to commencement
   • Assemble interlocking components using connections and fittings for the temporary modular bridge
   • Re-check completed assembly
9. Disassemble temporary modular bridge
   • Sequence disassembly process prior to commencement
   • Select resources, materials and equipment
   • Disassemble interlocking components including connections and fittings
   • Compile components and check inventory
   • Assess condition of components for acceptable reuse
   • Store components
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle
   • Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment

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 the erection of a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge including:

selecting and using required tools and equipment

assessing requirements and setting out support system

assembling temporary modular bridge

disassembling temporary modular bridge

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the erection of a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge that meets all of the required outcomes including:

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 erecting a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks

setting out and establishing support system

constructing one (1) temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge to design specifications

disassembling one (1) temporary modular support system (bailey)

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of erecting a temporary modular support system (bailey) on an existing bridge through:

applying legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures for:

site and equipment safety requirements

temporary modular bridge support system erection

construction efficiencies and sequencing

defective components and parts

traffic conditions, control and temporary kerbs

load bearing capacity of temporary modular bridge support systems

load transfer from truss to bailey

bridge foundations

bridge heritage

calculation of material requirements

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

safety data sheets and materials handling methods

quality assurance systems and standards

JSA/JSEA/safe work method statements

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