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

RIICRC205D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install utility poles

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIICRC205D - Install utility poles
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install utility poles in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Plan and prepare to install utility poles
  • Access, interpret and apply utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements
  • Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
       
Element: Erect utility poles
  • Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings
  • Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases
  • Install concrete base and holding down bolts
  • Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment
  • Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications
       
Element: Clean up
  • Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials
  • Store or stack unused materials
  • Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
       
Element: Plan and prepare to install utility poles
  • Access, interpret and apply utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements
  • Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
       
Element: Erect utility poles
  • Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings
  • Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases
  • Install concrete base and holding down bolts
  • Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment
  • Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications
  • Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials
  • Store or stack unused materials
  • 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.

1. Plan and prepare to install utility poles

1.1 Access, interpret and apply utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures

1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements

1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

2. Erect utility poles

2.1 Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings

2.2 Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases

2.3 Install concrete base and holding down bolts

2.4 Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment

2.5 Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications

3. Clean up

3.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials

3.2 Store or stack unused materials

3.3 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

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:

competently completes all evidence activities with the ability to transfer and apply skills and knowledge to new situations and environments on more than one occasion

locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient installation of utility poles including:

identifying and applying relevant job drawings and specifications to all work activities

confirming safety requirements

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

identifying, obtaining, confirming and implementing requirements for signage

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues and ground conditions

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the installation of utility poles in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

preparing for and 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 aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones

monitoring hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process

demonstrates completion of installing utility poles that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

erecting utility poles in keeping with drawings and specifications

conducting a clean-up of the work area and disposing of waste

as an individual or as a member of a two-three (2-3) person team, undertake and complete the installation of two utility poles to specification

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in installing utility poles through:

accessing, interpreting and applying, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

identifying and managing risks

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues and ground conditions

setting up work activity

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities

work health and safety

managing waste

selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

carrying out work to drawings and specifications

applying effective installation techniques

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

1. Plan and prepare to install utility poles

1.1 Access, interpret and apply utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures

1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements

1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

2. Erect utility poles

2.1 Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings

2.2 Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases

2.3 Install concrete base and holding down bolts

2.4 Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment

2.5 Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications

3. Clean up

3.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials

3.2 Store or stack unused materials

3.3 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

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 utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 
Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings 
Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases 
Install concrete base and holding down bolts 
Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment 
Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications 
Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials 
Store or stack unused materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment 
Access, interpret and apply utility pole installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 
Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks 
Set out job to alignment and locations according to job drawings 
Excavate holes for utility poles and/or bases 
Install concrete base and holding down bolts 
Erect poles and attach them plumb to cast in base to alignment 
Stabilise and/or backfill poles to specifications 
Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials 
Store or stack unused materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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