• LGAWORK212A - Perform field support duties in a roadwork environment

Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LGAWORK212A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform field support duties in a roadwork environment

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGAWORK212A - Perform field support duties in a roadwork environment
Description This unit covers the competencies required to undertake relevant field support duties in the construction and maintenance of roads within Council areas. The unit looks at establishing the facilities required for road works, the preparation of surfaces and materials necessary for road construction and maintenance and the use of appropriate signage at the work site.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations that provide the boundaries for the operation of councils is essential. The ability to use appropriate materials, construction methods and processes and adhere to relevant standards must be appropriately reflected.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Establish site facilities for road maintenance and construction
  • Work is planned and programmed to be undertaken in accordance with drawings, specifications and other documentation.
  • Work site is prepared and maintained in a safe condition in accordance with OHS requirements and regulations of other accredited authorities.
  • Traffic control is planned at job site and signed in accordance with relevant Australian Standards.
  • Underground and overhead obstructions and other utility services are identified.
  • Appropriate signage is selected, established and maintained at work site.
       
Element: Construct appropriate pits and manholes
  • Plant, equipment, tools and materials to construct manholes and pits are selected.
  • Pits and manholes are constructed according to council requirements.
       
Element: Construct roads and pavements
  • Site is set out, cleared and prepared
  • Earthworks are undertaken and the sub-grade prepared.
  • Construction materials are spread and compacted using appropriate plant, equipment , materials and construction.
  • Pavement surface for construction of wearing surface using either a bitumen seal or asphalt surface.
  • Pavement markings are applied and signs, safety rails and markers are erected as specified.
       
Element: Maintain roads and pavements
  • Surface is set out and prepared for resealing/patching or other maintenance activities.
  • Levelling tasks are carried out where necessary using appropriate plant and equipment.
  • Materials used to maintain the pavement are prepared correctly using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Repairs on road pavement, kerb and channel, potholes, sealing and asphalt overlays are made using appropriate tools, plant and equipment.
  • Subsurface and surface open drains are maintained, repaired and cleared where necessary.
  • Trees and shrubs are trimmed or removed and weeds are controlled according to council requirements.
  • Verges are mown by tractor signs in relation to their meaning, positioning and material.
       
Element: Maintain records for road construction and maintenance
  • Information is recorded in accordance with council and legislative requirements.
  • Details are recorded clearly, accurately and legibly.
  • Records are secured, accessible and up-to-date.
       


Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, the knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrated ability to use appropriate materials, construction methods and processes for the construction and maintenance of roads.

Demonstrated ability to adhere to plans and specifications.

Demonstrated ability to adhere to relevant occupational health and safety practices on site.

Demonstrated ability to adhere to Australian standards, codes of practice and advisory standards.

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope as defined in the Range Statement.

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.

Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the Key Competency levels at the end of this unit.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate his/her handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completing workplace documentation

third party reports from experienced practitioner

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer/coach/supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be collected over a set period of time which is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.

Resource implications

The learner and the trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Required Skills

written and verbal communication skills

reading and interpreting plans and specifications, plant and equipment capabilities and estimation of plant output

civil works construction techniques and methods

calculation of quantities

trade specific skills related to work undertaken

material testing

Required Knowledge

OH&S requirements

construction and maintenance practices

materials technology associate with roads construction and maintenance

work scheduling, inspection, testing and monitoring

work site traffic management

monitoring and testing methods and procedures

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Signage includes:

statutory

directional and information

road lines/road markings

reflectors

centrelines

directional lines

shoulder lines

Earthworks may include:

clearing

grading

levelling

excavating

trenching

Plant and equipment may include:

bulldozers

excavators

trucks

graders

compactors

loaders

skid steers

pumps

Types of construction materials may include:

soils (clay, sand, gravel, silt)

crushed rock

soil aggregates

concrete aggregates

filter sands and aggregates

bitumen

cutback bitumen

bitumen emulsion

Types of surfaces may include:

bitumen and emulsion seal

unsealed

gravel

concrete

segmental pavers

asphalt

pre-mix

primer seal

Types of records may include:

test reports

job diaries

instructions

correspondence

time-sheets

accident reports

costing sheets

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work is planned and programmed to be undertaken in accordance with drawings, specifications and other documentation. 
Work site is prepared and maintained in a safe condition in accordance with OHS requirements and regulations of other accredited authorities. 
Traffic control is planned at job site and signed in accordance with relevant Australian Standards. 
Underground and overhead obstructions and other utility services are identified. 
Appropriate signage is selected, established and maintained at work site. 
Plant, equipment, tools and materials to construct manholes and pits are selected. 
Pits and manholes are constructed according to council requirements. 
Site is set out, cleared and prepared 
Earthworks are undertaken and the sub-grade prepared. 
Construction materials are spread and compacted using appropriate plant, equipment , materials and construction. 
Pavement surface for construction of wearing surface using either a bitumen seal or asphalt surface. 
Pavement markings are applied and signs, safety rails and markers are erected as specified. 
Surface is set out and prepared for resealing/patching or other maintenance activities. 
Levelling tasks are carried out where necessary using appropriate plant and equipment. 
Materials used to maintain the pavement are prepared correctly using appropriate tools and equipment. 
Repairs on road pavement, kerb and channel, potholes, sealing and asphalt overlays are made using appropriate tools, plant and equipment. 
Subsurface and surface open drains are maintained, repaired and cleared where necessary. 
Trees and shrubs are trimmed or removed and weeds are controlled according to council requirements. 
Verges are mown by tractor signs in relation to their meaning, positioning and material. 
Information is recorded in accordance with council and legislative requirements. 
Details are recorded clearly, accurately and legibly. 
Records are secured, accessible and up-to-date. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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