ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Ensure appropriate planning and preparation is carried out for tasks

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Access, interpret and clarify the specific task information and requirements relevant to undertaking bituminous sprayed treatment task

1.3. Ensure a job plan, is available which makes best use of the available resources and the task requirements

2. Ensure appropriate initiation for tasks is carried out

2.1. Ensure clear and timely instructions are communicated to team members and others involved, for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of the tasks, to meet the specific task requirements

2.2. Confirm that the necessary resources are available for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of the tasks

2.3. Set out as required for the effective completion of the task

3. Oversee the execution of tasks

3.1. Monitor bituminous sprayed treatment task performance to ensure it achieves the required outcomes

3.2. Initiate adjustments to work practice or job plan to ensure safe execution of work and achievement of required outcomes

3.3. Ensure plant equipment and tools maintenance requirements are carried out and recorded

4. Report on the execution of tasks

4.1. Complete and submit reports as require.

4.2. Recommend changes to improve the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the execution of bituminous sprayed treatment tasks

Required skills

interpret project site soil and geological data

identify soil and rock types

interpret meteorological data

identify drainage issues

interpret material properties and test results

interpret project plans and drawings

interpret project specifications

prepare for and conduct briefings, toolbox and site meeting

prepare short messages

prepare and present job reports

prepare and maintain log books and diaries

provide leadership

apply performance monitoring skills

apply set out requirements and procedures

set up and use levelling devices

establish construction offsets

apply supervisory skills

develop workplace relationships

develop individuals and the team

conduct and interpret the outcomes of visual assessments of completed works, including bleeding and stripping

calculate quantities, including:

volumes

tonnages of materials

sprayer forward speed

materials’ rates of application

additive requirements

areas

resource consumption figures, including required supply rates

provide recommendations for the improvement of the safe, effective and efficient execution of tasks

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 apply bituminous sprayed treatment:

risk assessment and management requirement and procedures

statutory compliance requirements and procedures

occupational health and safety requirements and procedures

environmental management requirements and procedures

quality management requirements and procedures

work zone traffic management requirements and procedures

contract management requirements and procedures

communication requirements and procedures

administrative requirements and procedures

bituminous sprayed treatment plant and equipment capabilities and application

plant, equipment and tools maintenance requirements and procedures

operational techniques for the execution of various bituminous sprayed treatment tasks, including:

priming or pre-sealing

normal bitumen sealing

polymer modified binder sealing

use of different aggregate sizes

requirements for low, low-medium, high and very high traffic conditions

pavement preparation requirements and procedures

sprayer and spreader calibration requirements and procedures

design rates of application of bituminous spray treatment materials

bituminous sprayed treatment task resource requirements and procedures

activities scheduling requirements and procedures

bituminous sprayed treatment materials delivery requirements and procedures

job plan drafting of and administration requirements and procedures

reporting requirements and procedures

workplace relationship requirements and procedures

organisational, client and site operational requirements

relationship between various areas of civil works

team leadership techniques

materials quality and delivery requirements and procedures

mentoring techniques

estimating principles

civil works construction sequencing

spray sealing and related activities’ terminology

set out requirements and procedures

road geometry

ground surface treatment requirements and procedures e.g. proof rolling

pavement drainage requirements

works planning techniques

monitoring methods

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 application of bituminous sprayed treatment

implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of bituminous sprayed treatment

working with others to plan, prepare and conduct the application of bituminous sprayed treatment

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the application of bituminous sprayed treatment

evidence of the consistent successful application of bituminous sprayed treatment

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 in 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 resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the 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

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

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to plan, prepare and conduct the application of bituminous sprayed treatment

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the conduct of the application of bituminous sprayed treatment

Guidance information for assessment

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

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

Specific task information and requirements may include:

site meteorological data, including:

rainfall

humidity

temperature

wind

known and potential site hazards, constraints and conditions

site cultural and heritage information

task specifications

task drawings

sources of materials

other organisations and contractors involved in the task or related tasks

coordination, timing and budgeting requirements

Bituminous sprayed treatment may include:

new pavement construction

existing pavement repair and maintenance

priming or pre-sealing

normal bitumen sealing

poly modified binder (PMB) sealing

Job plan is to include:

human resource requirements

plant and machinery requirements

construction materials requirements

sub-contractor support requirements

waste disposal requirements

coordination requirements

activity scheduling

materials delivery scheduling

risk assessment and management requirements

occupational health and safety requirements

quality management requirements, including testing scheduling requirements

traffic management requirements

environmental requirements

task monitoring requirements

task performance monitoring requirements

communication requirements

reporting requirements

Instructions are to include:

briefings

handovers

work orders

toolbox meetings

site meetings

Team members may include:

other members of the organisation’s management team

members of the team directly involved in the task

suppliers representatives

sub-contractors representatives

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

Set outis to include:

control lines

off-sets

Resources are to include:

labour

plant, equipment and tools

materials delivery vehicles

construction materials, such as bitumen, sealing aggregates and additives

sub-contractor services

Monitor is to include:

ongoing risk assessment

engineering survey

sampling and testing

observation and recording

general supervision

Required outcomes may include:

task specifications requirements

task drawings requirements

coordination requirements

activity scheduling requirements

unit cost requirements

overall task cost requirements

waste management requirements

Initiate is to include:

written communication

oral communication