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

RIICFW306A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Direct pile driving operations

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIICFW306A - Direct pile driving operations
Description This unit covers directing pile driving operations in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing for the operations, locating the pile position and establishing the piling rig, supporting the piling process and carrying out post-operational requirements.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Driven piles include timber, pre-cast concrete and may include steel, mechanically jointed pre-cast concrete, metal sheeting piles. This unit is appropriate for those working in supporting roles in piling, at worksites within:Civil construction
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable. Not applicable.
Competency Field Refer to Unit Sector(s).
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: Plan and prepare for assisting with operations
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the directing of pile driving operations
  • Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
  • Obtain platform certification
  • Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
  • Obtain, confirm and apply safety requirements and environmental requirements for the allotted task
  • Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment and protective clothing ay all times
  • Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan and/or safety requirements
  • Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
  • Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks that are suitable and consistent with the requirements of the task, and check them for serviceability and rectify or report any faults
       
Element: Assisting with the locating pile position and establishing the piling rig
  • Establishing the location for piles from reference points and set out to requirements
  • Establishing recovery pegs and conducting on-going measurements to ensure the correct location
  • Directing the establishment of the plant and related equipment in position and assist with checking for operation
  • Preparing and checking pile for conformity with work instructions
  • Identify and protect area for pile driving and surrounding working space
       
Element: Support the piling process
  • Provide guidance for lifting and maneuvering of piles into position
  • Provide guidance for setting up piling rig and driving pile into place in accordance with work instructions
  • Direct the splicing or jointing in accordance with engineer's specifications
       
Element: Carryout post-operational requirements
  • Assist with dismantle plant and related equipment
  • Provide direction for relocation of piling rig
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan
  • Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for directing pile driving operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient directing of pile driving operations, which are to include:

a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and

driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods

working with others to undertake and complete pile driving operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely direction of pile driving operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Evidence for assessment is best gathered using the outcomes of products and processes of the workplace context. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes, including:

a minimum of two timber piles or two pre-cast concrete piles, and

driven using at least one of the three pile hammering methods

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete pile driving operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to assist with pile driving operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for

apply off-set pegging techniques

apply pile locating techniques

apply plumbing and pile driving techniques

apply pile splicing and joining procedures

apply maintenance requirements and procedures

interpret engineering drawings

apply operational safety requirements

apply environmental requirements

apply environmentally sensitive fluids and materials disposal requirements and procedures

apply chemical and fuel safety measures

apply hazardous goods handling techniques

apply manual lifting techniques

work wearing personal protective equipment

apply work tasks organising techniques

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to assist with pile driving operations:

hazard identification and risk management procedures

site personal protective equipment requirements

site and equipment health and safety procedures

site environmental and heritage requirements and constraints

emergency procedures

isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

safe work method statement and/or Job safety analysis requirements and procedures

environmental requirements and procedures

water erosion issues

types and characteristics of soil, sand, rock, clay, shale, gravel and silt and water table

civil construction terminology

civil construction procedures

foundation work procedures

machine characteristics, technical capability and limitations

driven piles and their installation techniques

techniques for installing piles in water

project quality requirements

work platform installation requirements and procedures

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

machine operational procedures

isolation procedures

maintenance systems and procedures

site record keeping requirements

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.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:

nature and scope of tasks,

specifications

quality of finished works

achievement targets

operational conditions

obtaining of permits required

site layout

out of bounds areas

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant or equipment defects

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements or issues

contamination control requirements

environmental control requirements

barricade and signage requirements

Hazards may include:

uneven terrain

unstable terrain

trees

fires

overhead and underground services

excavations

traffic

embankments

cuttings

structures

hazardous materials

equipment failure

confined operations

uncontrolled interaction with other plant

Inspect and prepare work area may include:

identification of hazards

selection and implementation of control measures for the hazards identified

safeguarding site and non-site personnel by:

erection of barricades and posting of signs

selection of appropriate equipment to ensure personnel safety and protection

determination of appropriate path of movement for loads and equipment/vehicles

selection and implementation of environmental control measures

Safety requirements may include:

protective clothing and equipment

use of tools and equipment

workplace environment and safety

handling of materials

use of fire fighting equipment

use of First Aid equipment

control of hazardous materials and substances

safe operating procedures, including recognising and preventing hazards associated with:

overhead and underground services

other machines

personnel

traffic control

working in proximity to others

worksite visitors and the public

emergency procedures, including:

emergency shutdown and stopping

extinguishing equipment fires

organisational First Aid requirements

evacuation

safe parking practices, including:

clear access ways

equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites

safe distance from excavations

secured from unauthorised access or movement

Environmental Requirements may include:

waste management

water quality protection

noise

vibration

dust

clean-up management

Coordination requirements may include:

piling team

other equipment operators

maintenance personnel

supervisors

other worksite personnel

external consultants

visitors

Personal protective equipment includes:

steel-capped boots and hardhat

gloves

dust mask

eye and hearing protection

general protective and reflective clothing

Tools and equipment will include:

pile hammers

shovels

crow bars

measuring tapes

spirit levels

plumb bob

and may include scaffolding

Hazardous and emergency situations may include:

powerlines and other overhead services

underground services

dust and noise

lighting strikes

high wind

unstable ground conditions

confined operations

uncontrolled interaction with other plant

Records and reports may include:

fuel usage

computer readings

end of shift documentation

quality information

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
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the directing of pile driving operations 
Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task 
Obtain platform certification 
Identify, manage and report all potential hazards 
Obtain, confirm and apply safety requirements and environmental requirements for the allotted task 
Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment and protective clothing ay all times 
Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan and/or safety requirements 
Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities 
Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks that are suitable and consistent with the requirements of the task, and check them for serviceability and rectify or report any faults 
Establishing the location for piles from reference points and set out to requirements 
Establishing recovery pegs and conducting on-going measurements to ensure the correct location 
Directing the establishment of the plant and related equipment in position and assist with checking for operation 
Preparing and checking pile for conformity with work instructions 
Identify and protect area for pile driving and surrounding working space 
Provide guidance for lifting and maneuvering of piles into position 
Provide guidance for setting up piling rig and driving pile into place in accordance with work instructions 
Direct the splicing or jointing in accordance with engineer's specifications 
Assist with dismantle plant and related equipment 
Provide direction for relocation of piling rig 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RIICFW306A - Direct pile driving operations
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Assessment Record Sheet

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