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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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Visible signs of grave collapse may include: | fretting from top edgeslump in surface near excavationtension crackssupport timbers bowing or creaking. |
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Relevant staff may include: | managersupervisorleading hand. |
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Workplace policies and procedures may include: | standard operating policies and proceduresstandards and certification requirementsquality assurance proceduresOHS proceduresemergency procedures, including fire and accident procedurescare, maintenance and use of tools, equipment and machinery. |
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Causes of grave collapse may include: | airvibrationwaterground pressure, such as:machinerypeoplesoilsoil types or conditions. |
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Work requirements may include: | method of grave collapse consolidationauthorisation to enter confined spacerequired personnelpersonal protective equipmenttools and equipmentmachinerysafety hazardsprotective restraints, such as:sheetingbarricadestemporary fencing and reinforced coversappropriate shoring system, such as:box setclosed timbering for wet sand or refilled groundsoldier set or box sets for firm, hard clayshields where suitable for rock. |
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Personal protective equipment may include: | overallssteel-capped bootsjacketlong sleevesglovessafety glasses or goggleshat or caphard hatgumbootsear plugs or muffssun protectiontwo-way radio. |
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Tools and equipment may include: | spreadersboardshydraulic bracesstabilisersspadesshovelspickscrowbarsaugertimber tomsledgehammertimber malletpower sawhandsawtimber of correct or recommended grade, size and typeladder that complies with requirements of current Australian standardexplosive power toolemergency equipmentsludge pump. |
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Machinery may include: | backhoefront-end loaderskidsteer loaderexcavatortractortruck. |
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Safety hazards may relate to: | airwatervibrationheatslippery surfacesoverhead obstaclesground pressure, such as:machinerypeoplesoilstructurespreviously dug gravesmonument collapseforeign objectsdrainscablessprinklerspipestrees and roots. |
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Corrective action may include: | alternative shoring methodsuse of a sludge pump. |
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Relevant legislation and regulations may include: | OHS cemetery Acts and by-lawslocal government regulationsLands ActPublic Health ActEnvironment Protection ActAustralian standardsWorksafe Australia certification and standards. |
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Corrective or emergency action may include: | alternative shoring methodsuse of a sludge pumpreduced soil loadingsevacuation of gravesite. |