Application
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Establish site facilities | 1.1 Amenities and/or areas for storage of tools, equipment and materials are set up and are convenient to the work area. 1.2 Site security is established to protect assets during works. 1.3 Work site is signed to meet occupational health and safety requirements. 1.4 Site facility area is maintained in accordance with environmental and safety standards. |
2 Prepare works area | 2.1 Survey levels and lines are set out according to plans and specifications. 2.2 Identified services are located and tagged for relocation, termination or suspension. 2.3 Required demolition and clearing is undertaken and materials are removed according to specifications. |
3 Plan and prepare works | 3.1 Location of works elements is identified from site plans. 3.2 Sequence of work is determined from drawings and instructions. 3.3 Appropriate tools, equipment and materials are selected in quantities necessary for the tasks. 3.4 Personal protective equipment is correctly selected, used and maintained. |
4 Undertake site close-down | 4.1 Site area is cleaned and rehabilitated on decamping. |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit |
Required Skills |
surveying interpreting plans calculating weights, volume, ratio and quantities planning and organising prioritising and scheduling interpreting plans and sequencing work |
Required Knowledge |
council policies and procedures plant and equipment functions materials technology local geographical soil structure state and local environmental requirements |
Evidence Required
Overview of assessment requirements | A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated. |
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered | Site is prepared for efficient, safe and secure undertaking of project. Site is prepared to protect assets in accordance with council and state environmental standards. |
Context of assessment | May be assessed: on the job simulated workplace environment written assignment short-answer test oral questioning observation or any combination of the above |
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units) | To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role. |
Method of assessment | The following assessment methods are suggested: observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding completion of workplace documentation third-party reports from experienced practitioners completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor |
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance | Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables. |
Resource implications | In accordance with a range of variable requirements. |
Range Statement
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. | |
Equipment may include: | tripods tribachs theodolite prisms steel bands rods plumb bobs angular measuring devices distance measuring total station data recorders data downloaders |
Survey may include: | construction subdivision route location and earthworks topographic hydrographic and elements of photogrammetry traditional total work station aerial |
Plans may include: | specifications sequence of work drawings instructions |
Sectors
Operational Works
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.