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

UETTDRVC29A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Control vegetation whilst performing linework

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency UETTDRVC29A - Control vegetation whilst performing linework
Description 1)Scope:1.1) DescriptorThis Competency Standard Unit covers the control of vegetation including tree trimming in accordance with enterprise practices with relevant and complimentary linework competencies. It includes working near live low voltage conductors, as specified in the relevant State/Territory legislation and the completion of inspection reports and the updating of records to enterprise requirements.
Employability Skills 5) The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application 2)This competency standards unit shall apply to Transmission, Distribution, Rail Traction, Telecommunications and Vegetation Management Control industry sectors.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit(s)4) Competencies4.1)Granting of competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed.Where pre-requisite pathways have been identified. All competencies in the Common Unit Group must be have been completed plus all the competencies in one (1) of the identified Pathway Unit Group(s):Common Unit GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry componentsUEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. CircuitsUEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipmentUEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specificationsUEENEEG101A Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuitsUEENEEG102A Solve problems in low voltage a.c. CircuitsUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDREL16A Working safely near live electrical apparatus UETTDRIS52A Install and maintain poles, structures and associated hardwareUETTDRIS54A Install and maintain poles, structures, overhead conductors and cables Literacy and numeracy skills4.2) Participants are best equipped to achieve this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 “Literacy and Numeracy”Reading3Writing3Numeracy3
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: Prepare to control vegetation
  • Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are received, analysed and confirmed, if necessary, by site inspection.
  • Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites.
  • OHS policies and procedures related to requirements and established procedures for the control of vegetation near live low voltage conductors are obtained and confirmed for the purposes of the work to be performed and communicated.
  • Work is prioritised and sequenced following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with established procedures.
  • Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear according to established procedures.
  • Relevant work permits are obtained to access and perform work according to requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are obtained and confirmed in working order.
  • Relevant personnel at worksite are confirmed current in First Aid, Pole Top Rescue and other related work procedures according to requirements.
  • Liaison and communication issues with other/authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved to carry out work where necessary.
  • Site is prepared according to the work schedule and to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce, and individuals in accordance with established procedures.
  • Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities confirmed where applicable in accordance with established procedures.
  • Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with requirements.
       
Element: Carry out vegetation control
  • OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and followed in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Lifting, climbing, working aloft, and use of power tools/equipment, techniques and practices are safely followed and, currency according to requirements confirmed.
  • Essential knowledge and associated skills for the safe control of vegetation near live low voltage conductors are applied to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements.
  • Vegetation control is carried out, in accordance with the work schedule and requirements/established procedures.
  • Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures.
  • Unplanned events in vegetation control are undertaken within the scope of established procedures.
  • Known solutions to a variety of problems are applied using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills.
  • Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with instructions and established procedures.
       
Element: Complete vegetation control
  • Work undertaken is checked against works schedule for conformance with requirements and anomalies reported in accordance with established procedures.
  • Accidents and/or injuries are reported in accordance with requirements/established procedures, where applicable.
  • Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
  • Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are, where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with established procedures.
  • Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, the site is returned to service in accordance with requirements.
  • Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing and/or documentation and information are finalised and processed and appropriate personnel notified.
       


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.

9) This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit of competency and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria and the Range Statement of the unit of competency and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines.

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Competency Standard Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all component parts of this unit and, performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Overview of Assessment

9.1)

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry’s preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accord with Industry and, Regulatory policy in this regard.

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed.

The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Hence, sources of evidence need to be ‘rich’ in nature so as to minimise error in judgment.

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its ‘richness’. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practiced. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

9.2)

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met.

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each Element and associated Performance Criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the “Assessment Guidelines – UET12”. Evidence shall also comprise:

A representative body of Performance Criteria demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline, work function and industrial environment. In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to:

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the Performance Criteria and range; and

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the Performance Criteria and range; and

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit to such an extent that the learner’s performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach; namely a percentile graded result, where required by the regulated environment; and

Demonstrate an appropriate level of employability skills; and

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation, regulations, policies and workplace procedures; and

Demonstrated performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below:

Range of tools/equipment/materials/procedures/workplaces/other variables

Group No

The minimum number of items on which skill is to be demonstrated

Item List

A

At least one of the following:

Non conductive ladder

EWP

Ground level

B

At least two of the following:

Hand clearing

Specialised tools and equipment

Machinery assisted clearing

Herbicidal clearing

C

At least one occasion

Dealing with an unplanned event by drawing on essential knowledge and associated skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the holistic assessment with the above listed items.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

9.3)

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions.

Suitable work environment, facilities, equipment and materials to undertake actual control of vegetation.

In addition to the resources listed above, in Context of and specific resources for assessment, evidence should show demonstrated competency working below ground, in limited spaces, with different structural/construction types and method and in a variety of environments.

Method of assessment

9.4)

This Competency Standard Unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 “Assessment Guidelines”.

Note:

Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Transmission, Distribution and Rail Traction Industry. This requires that the specified essential knowledge and associated skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and associated skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

9.5)

There are no concurrent assessment recommendations for this unit.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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8) Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills (EKAS): This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of controlling vegetation (linework.)

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies.

KS01-TVC29A Ecological principles for vegetation control

Evidence shall show an understanding of ecological principles for vegetation control to an extent indicated by the following aspects:

T1 Ecological principles encompassing:

Interdependence of plants, animals, the soil and the environment

Environment

Habitats

The food chain

T2 Soil and erosion control principles encompassing:

Soil types

Simple tests

Types of erosion

Theory of erosion prevention and control

Land degradation control

Functions of trees in the environment

T3 Basic anatomy and physiology encompassing:

Plant morphology

Internal anatomy

Growth patterns and habits

Simple physiology

T4 Tree hazard assessment encompassing:

Symptoms of stress in trees

Diagnosing tree problems

Assessments for line clearance

Personal hazards

The tree’s response to wounding and decay

Theory of compartmentalisation

Tree stability (damage to root systems due to excavation)

Principles of pruning

Branch collars

KS02-TVC29A Vegetation control techniques

Evidence shall show an understanding of the control of vegetation to an extent indicated by the following aspects:

T1 Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements including relevant certification and licensing applicable to the control of vegetation encompassing:

Clearance zones and approach distances from overhead power lines

Legislation associated with easement access and maintenance

Appropriate personal protection equipment

Equipment maintenance and safety precautions

T2 Tree climbing and pruning encompassing:

Chainsaw safety and maintenance

Basic cross-cutting techniques

Simple felling

Use of EWPs

Safe climbing with ropes and harnesses

Use of chainsaws in the tree

Cutting techniques

Roping techniques

Chemical control of foliage and the required safety techniques

Practical work on site with a range of trees

T3 Easement management encompassing:

Legislation relating to easement access and maintenance

Use of chemicals and herbicides and provision of MSDSs for those substances

Use of machinery and plant

Access tracks

10) This relates to the unit of competency as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the Performance Criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This Competency Standard Unit shall be demonstrated in relation to the control of vegetation including tree trimming with relevant and complimentary linework competencies and includes working near live low voltage conductors, as specified in the relevant State/Territory legislation.

Vegetation control measures may include hand clearing, growth retardants, machinery-assisted clearing and herbicidal clearing.

Work may be conducted from a ladder, an elevating work platform, a tree or on the ground under minimal supervision.

The following constants and variables included in the Element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section 1 of this volume and form an integral part of the Range Statement of this unit:

Appropriate and relevant persons (see Personnel)

Appropriate authorities

Appropriate work platform

Assessing risk

Assessment

Authorisation

Diagnostic, testing and restoration

Documenting detail work events, record keeping and or storage of information

Drawings and specifications

Emergency

Environmental and sustainable energy procedures

Environmental legislation

Environmental management documentation

Established procedures

Fall prevention

Hazards

Identifying hazards

Inspect

Legislation

MSDS

Notification

OHS practices

OHS issues

Permits and/or permits to work

Personnel

Quality assurance systems

Requirements

Testing procedures

Work clearance systems

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
Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are received, analysed and confirmed, if necessary, by site inspection. 
Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites. 
OHS policies and procedures related to requirements and established procedures for the control of vegetation near live low voltage conductors are obtained and confirmed for the purposes of the work to be performed and communicated. 
Work is prioritised and sequenced following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with established procedures. 
Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear according to established procedures. 
Relevant work permits are obtained to access and perform work according to requirements and/or established procedures. 
Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are obtained and confirmed in working order. 
Relevant personnel at worksite are confirmed current in First Aid, Pole Top Rescue and other related work procedures according to requirements. 
Liaison and communication issues with other/authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved to carry out work where necessary. 
Site is prepared according to the work schedule and to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce, and individuals in accordance with established procedures. 
Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities confirmed where applicable in accordance with established procedures. 
Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with requirements. 
OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and followed in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures. 
Lifting, climbing, working aloft, and use of power tools/equipment, techniques and practices are safely followed and, currency according to requirements confirmed. 
Essential knowledge and associated skills for the safe control of vegetation near live low voltage conductors are applied to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements. 
Vegetation control is carried out, in accordance with the work schedule and requirements/established procedures. 
Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures. 
Unplanned events in vegetation control are undertaken within the scope of established procedures. 
Known solutions to a variety of problems are applied using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills. 
Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with instructions and established procedures. 
Work undertaken is checked against works schedule for conformance with requirements and anomalies reported in accordance with established procedures. 
Accidents and/or injuries are reported in accordance with requirements/established procedures, where applicable. 
Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and made safe in accordance with established procedures. 
Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are, where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with established procedures. 
Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, the site is returned to service in accordance with requirements. 
Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing and/or documentation and information are finalised and processed and appropriate personnel notified. 

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