1

Assist in preparations for the support task.

1.1

Requirements of the job are clarified with relevant personnel according to organisational guidelines.

1.2

Tools, equipment and supplies appropriate to the environment are sourced according to specifications.

1.3

Personal protective equipment is used according to OHS guidelines.

2

Assist in support tasks.

2.1

Barricades, protective works and signs are erected, when required, according to supervisor instructions and organisational guidelines.

2.2

Surface positions are determined and marked according to accepted standards using information available from site drawings, references and relevant personnel.

2.3

Support tasks are carried out under direction, often in a team environment, and according to specifications.

3

Finalise the task.

3.1

Site is restored as near as practicable to original condition and any waste generated is disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

3.2

Tools and equipment are inspected and, where appropriate, referred for repair.

3.3

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in a secure location.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills

communicate in a clear and concise manner in both written and verbal modes

computer skills

interpersonal skills e.g. cooperation and flexibility

literacy skills to:

assess and use workplace information

read and record data

numeracy skills to:

accurately record and collate

undertake basic computations

organisational skills to prioritise daily activities

Required knowledge

equipment required in the field

industry ethics and practices relating to surveying and spatial information field activity

safe work practices

spatial data measuring and recording relating to barricade locations and recording site drawings

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example CPPSIS2014A Assist in the selection, operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies, and CPPSIS2016A Assist with load transfer.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

carrying out task instructions

providing support in marking positions

knowledge of required field equipment.

Specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book

assignment instructions, work plans and schedules, policy documents and duty statements

registered training provider of assessment services

relevant guidelines, regulations and codes of practice

suitable venue and equipment.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Context of assessment

Holistic: based on the performance criteria, evidence guide, range statement, and required skills and knowledge.

Method of assessment

Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment).

Demonstrated competency in a range of situations, that may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.

Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information. If this is not practicable, observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment requires that the clients’ objectives and industry expectations are met. If the clients’ objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of surveying and spatial information services requirements to assess competency.

Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge (in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment, questions are to be identical).

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory.

Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (recognition of current competencies [RCC] or recognition of prior learning [RPL]), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.

Assessment processes will be appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.

Relevant personnel may include:

colleagues

staff or employee representatives

supervisors or line managers

suppliers

users.

Organisational guidelines may include:

code of ethics

company guidelines

legislation relevant to the work or service function

manuals

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles and responsibilities.

Equipment and supplies may include:

data recording equipment

measuring instruments

personal computer-based digitising boards

tools

vehicles.

Specifications may include:

budget

data capture methods

project deliverables

personnel required

resources needed

timelines.

Personal protective equipment may include:

breathing apparatus

gloves

helmets

overalls

masks and respirators

safety boots

safety glasses

safety vests

sun protection equipment.

OHS may include:

Australian standards

development of site safety plan

identification of potential hazards

inspection of work sites

training staff in OHS requirements

use of equipment and signage.

Accepted standards may include:

Environment Protection Authority (EPA) recommendations

state, territory and federal legislative requirements

manufacturer instructions and specifications

OHS standards

organisational guidelines

relevant industry codes of practice.

Support tasks may include:

maintaining equipment

identifying, determining and marking positions

obtaining supplies

recording data

driving.

Environmentally friendly manner may include:

placing hazardous material such as chemical-based products, paint cans and used oil into a designated bin and taking it to an appropriate disposal centre

placing recyclable rubbish such as plastic, paper, cans, cardboard, glass and plastic bottles into a designated bin

separating degradable and non-degradable waste.