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 the preparation of civil works schedule of rates

implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient preparation of civil works schedule of rates

the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

the identification of viable options and the selection of a civil works schedule of rates that best meet the required outcomes

working with others to undertake and complete the preparation of civil works schedule of rates

consistent successful preparation of civil works schedule of rates

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.

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 a civil works 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 to apply in undertaking of the preparation of civil works schedule of rates

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

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

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

identification of viable options and the selection of a civil works schedule of rates that best meet the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the preparation of civil works schedule of rates

provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the preparation of civil works schedule of rates

Guidance information for assessment

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

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 prepare a civil works schedule of rates:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

interpret plans and drawings

interpret specifications

interpret Australian and other appropriate standards

identify types of on-site labour employed in civil works

identify types of materials used in civil works

Identify types of on-site sub-contractor services employed civil works

develop and document details and specifications of civil works materials

develop and document details of civil works sub-contractor services

prepare invitations to quote on supply of materials and sub-contractor services

issue invitations to quote for the supply of materials and sub-contractor services

assess materials and sub-contractor services quotation documents

develop and document factors to be applied to hourly labour costs in determining the schedule of rates of on-site labour

calculate unit rates for labour, materials and sub-contractor services

apply computer based analysis and database technology

maintain cost records

provide clarification and advice

apply client feedback techniques

monitor costs of labour, materials and sub-contractor services

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 prepare a civil works schedule of rates:

risk assessment and management requirement and procedures

statutory compliance requirements and procedures

quality management requirements and procedures

communication requirements and procedures

Australian and other relevant standards requirements and procedures

industry and organisational construction procedures and practice

current industry best practice in tendering and procurement processes

current industry best practice in civil works construction

operational techniques required for the execution of civil works construction tasks

labour, materials and sub-contractor services cost analysis techniques

schedule of rates review principles and procedures

documentation requirements

reporting requirements and procedures

schedule of rates approval requirements and procedures

schedule of rates records filing requirements 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, 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

Civil works

may include:

land clearing

bulk earthworks

surface drainage works

water storage dams construction

tailings dams construction

topsoil management

rehabilitation works

road works preparation (including the sub grade)

pavement construction, including:

flexible pavements, including:

natural pavement materials

manufactured pavement materials

asphalt placement

spray seal application

stabilisation

rigid pavement construction

underground services construction

construction of civil structures

tunnelling

dredging

Relevant teams members

may include:

other members of the organisation's management team

suppliers representatives

sub-contractors representatives

supervisors or managers of other organisations who are involved in related tasks

experienced members of the team directly involved in the task