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

RIICRC311 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct concrete road paver operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIICRC311 - Conduct concrete road paver operations
Description This unit covers the conduct of concrete road paver operations in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing, setting up concrete road paver, operating concrete road paver, carrying out operator maintenance, relocating paver, and cleaning up. 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.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role 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.
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 for operations
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
  • Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task
  • Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan
  • Select plant,tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults
  • Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task
  • Identify type of pavement required
       
Element: Set up concrete road paver
  • Set up paver width and settings in accordance with job specification and plans
  • Use paving drawings and survey markings to establish work area
  • Conduct pre-start and maintenance checks within worksite and manufacturer’s specifications
       
Element: Operate concrete road paver
  • Make adjustments to sensors and controls while paving
  • Use communication systems and hand signals within workplace specifications
  • Operate paver within machinery guidelines and job specifications
  • Complete shut-down and park-up procedures as per machine and site instructions
  • Complete required documentation and report concerns to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Clean up
  • Conduct wash down procedures within worksite and manufacturer’s specifications
  • Clean up work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with the project environment management plan
  • Clean, check, maintain and store plant and tools
       


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 conducting concrete road paver operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of concrete road paver operations

working with others to undertake and complete concrete road paver operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of concrete road paver operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

the conduct of paver operations are to be performed in a minimum of two different concrete types/surface types and are to include the mandatory tasks from the unit scope and cover as a minimum:

three longitudinal joints (of at least 100m) to be constructed to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

five occasions of straight paving (one of at least 100 linear metres) to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

one intersection to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

operations to include residential, commercial and highway projects

material delivery through the paver is to include manual and automatic control

prestart operations on the machine

pave off the stop end and pave on the form stop end

maintain edges both with and without boards

use and changes made to vibrators

end-of-day wash-up and washing down of the machine

correct use of the safety systems

demonstrate knowledge of plough and auger systems

monitoring of concrete height in boxes

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.

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

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.

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

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate’s:

working with others to undertake and complete concrete road paver operations

Guidance information for assessment

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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct concrete road paver operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting road construction paver screeding operations

organise work activities

select and use relevant tools and equipment safely

identify and report on hazards related to the worksite and work activity and report defects in machinery and tools

communicate effectively to receive and clarify work instructions

numeracy skills for planning and operations

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct concrete road paver operations:

site and equipment safety requirements

site communication and hand signals

paver screed operations

approaches to basic concreting

longitudinal and transverse joints

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

processes for the calculation of material uniformity and travel speed

materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

quality requirements

civil construction terminology

safe operating techniques in all terrain

JSAs/safe work method statements

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Safety requirements may include:

OHS requirements in accordance with state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan, including 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, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

safe operating procedures including recognising and preventing hazards associated with high voltage power lines, uneven/unstable terrain, trees, overhead service lines, bridges, surrounding buildings, obstructions, structures, facilities, dangerous materials, recently filled trenches, other machines, personnel, traffic control, working at heights, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public

safe parking practices including ensuring access ways are clear, visibility is maintained and blind spots are avoided, equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites, safe distances are kept from excavations, and areas secured from unauthorised access or movement

safety supports are certified and within manufacturer’s recommendations

recognising hazards and risks including uneven/unstable terrain, trees, fires, overhead and underground services, bridges, buildings, excavations, traffic, embankments, cuttings, structures and hazardous materials

emergency procedures related to equipment operation including emergency shutdown and stopping, extinguishing equipment fires, organisational first aid requirements and evacuation

Site may include:

formed/prepared roads

barriers

parapets

airport runways

factory floors

reinforced foundations

pads

highways

freeways

car parks

container yards

hard stands

footpaths and bikeways

Task may include:

formation within recommended lateral tilt values

mixing and spreading granular materials

spreading concrete materials

mixing and spreading stabilised materials

Traffic may include:

high speed freeways and highways

rail corridors

commercial estates

egress and ingress locations

congested urban environments

low traffic rural areas

off-road un-trafficked areas

parking sites

pedestrian areas

Plant, tools and equipment may include:

shovels

safety supports

material placing equipment

agitator tools

tippers and dump trucks

measuring tapes

depth gauges

standard tool kits

string lines

thermometers

straight edges

operator manuals

communication equipment

GPS systems

Environmental protection requirements may include:

organisational/project environmental management plan

waste management

water quality protection

noise

vibration

dust and clean-up management

spill kit

fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids

Types of pavement may include:

no – fines

kerb – gutter

base

sub-base

type F barrier

shoulder

continuous reinforced concrete pavement

Communication systems may include:

two-way radios

mobile phones

hand signals

traffic control signals

fixed warning signs

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 work activity 
Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task 
Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan 
Select plant,tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults 
Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task 
Identify type of pavement required 
Set up paver width and settings in accordance with job specification and plans 
Use paving drawings and survey markings to establish work area 
Conduct pre-start and maintenance checks within worksite and manufacturer’s specifications 
Make adjustments to sensors and controls while paving 
Use communication systems and hand signals within workplace specifications 
Operate paver within machinery guidelines and job specifications 
Complete shut-down and park-up procedures as per machine and site instructions 
Complete required documentation and report concerns to appropriate personnel 
Conduct wash down procedures within worksite and manufacturer’s specifications 
Clean up work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with the project environment management plan 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant and tools 

Forms

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