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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare to assemble a temporary modular bridge
  2. Assemble temporary bridge components
  3. Launch temporary bridge
  4. Disassemble temporary bridge components
  5. Clean up
  6. Plan and prepare to assemble a temporary modular bridge
  7. Assemble temporary bridge components
  8. Launch temporary bridge
  9. Disassemble temporary bridge components

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 assembly of a temporary modular bridge including:

selecting and using required tools and equipment

assembling and checking temporary bridge components

launching temporary bridge

disassembling and checking temporary bridge components

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the assembly of a temporary modular bridge 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 assembling a temporary modular 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

completing the assembly and launching of a full temporary modular bridge including all components, connections and fittings

disassembly, checking and storing a full temporary modular bridge


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of assembling a temporary modular bridge through:

site and equipment safety requirements

temporary modular bridge assembly procedures and techniques

launching procedures and techniques

construction efficiencies and sequencing

defective components and parts

bridge foundations

bridge heritage

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

JSAs/safe work method statements