This unit applies to workers who are required to carry out the actions specified on erosion and sediment control plans.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for implementation and construction

1.1. Erosion and sediment control plan and schedule of works match site conditions.

1.2. Survey pegs and site indicators are identified on site.

1.3. Equipment and tools are matched to program works and terrain on site.

1.4. Work readiness of selected equipment and tools are verified in line with contractor policy.

1.5. Materials are selected to complete proposed works in line with construction schedule.

2. Carry out implementation and construction

2.1. Earthworks are constructed in accordance with details specified in the plan and to industry standards.

2.2. Erosion and sediment control products and materials are installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation and industry guidelines and plans.

3. Carry out repairs and maintenance procedures

3.1. Site works maintenance inspection schedule is applied to reinstate operating effectiveness of erosion and sediment control measures on site.

Required skills

identify hazards and implement safe work procedures

prepare for implementation and construction

carry out implementation and construction

carry out repairs and maintenance procedures

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, follow sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legible information collected and select and apply procedures for a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning techniques, active listening, clarifying information and consulting with supervisors as required

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

materials cartage pollution control

sequence of working and timing/duration

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) issues relating to the equipment and the site

equipment used

construct, install and maintain includes materials, quantity and where to source them on site

construction/installation techniques for all measures on the plan

limitations of structures including timing of maintenance, structure life cycle, specifications and standards

environmental impacts and procedures for erosion and sediment control.

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 workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

select and prepare equipment

confirm the details of work

identify survey pegs and site indicators

construct earthworks in line with the plan

install erosion and sediment control products and materials

carry out repairs and maintenance procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Erosion control measures may include:

site management

land shaping

batter stabilisation

banks and channels

level spreader

revegetation

waterways

check dams

bank and channel linings

grade stabilising structures

outlet protection structures

stormwater detention measures

dust control

rural road&track crossbank and crossfall.

Sediment control measures may include:

sediment basins

sediment traps

sediment filters

excavated sediment traps

straw bale

stormwater inlet sediment traps

sediment fence

straw bale

geotextile fabric

vegetation strips.

Unit sector

Soil and water conservation

This unit contains employability skills.