RIICRC305A
Conduct road construction paver screeding operations

This unit covers the conduct of road construction paver screeding operations in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing, setting up paver screeds, operating paver screeds, and cleaning up. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

Application

This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:

Civil construction


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare

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

1.2. Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task

1.3. Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan

1.4. Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults

1.5. Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task

2. Set up paver screed

2.1. Set equipment to the correct levels to lay material to specifications

2.2. Set electronic equipment to check level

2.3. Set screed controls for correct operation

3. Operate paver screed

3.1. Identify site hazards associated with road construction paver screeding operations and use safe operating techniques to minimise risks

3.2. Adjust screed during operation to ensure work remains within specifications

3.3. Identify faults in the mat and take correct action to rectify faults

3.4. Monitor work of paver attendants and rollers to ensure they keep up with the paver

3.5. Maintain communication with paver operator to monitor progress of the job

3.6. Notify paver operator of problems with the base

3.7. Perform operator maintenance in accordance with manufacturer's instructions or organisation requirements

4. Clean up

4.1. Clean work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with the project environmental management plan

4.2. Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

Required Skills

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct road construction paver screeding operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting road construction paver screeding operations

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for laying pavers

organise work activities

select and use relevant tools and equipment safely

identify and report on hazards related to the worksite and work activity

communicate effectively to receive and clarify work instructions

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct road construction paver screeding operations:

site and equipment safety requirements

paver screed operations

aggregate and gravel types and sizes

longitudinal and transverse joints

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

processes for the calculation of material uniformity and travel speed

materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods

quality requirements

civil construction terminology

safe operating techniques in all terrain

JSAs/safe work method statement

Evidence Required

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 conducting road construction paver screeding operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of road construction paver screeding operations

working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of road construction paver screeding operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of road construction paver screeding operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

conduct road construction screed paving operations on a minimum of two different material types/surface types and include the mandatory tasks of:

three longitudinal joints (of at least 100m) constructed to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

six transverse joints constructed to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

5ive sections of straight paving (one of at least 100 linear metres) to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions, and

three intersections to required thickness, uniformity, line and level, on both the matching and unsupported edge in accordance with project specifications and/or work instructions

one of the above tasks to include at least one mode of automatic screed levelling devices

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.

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.

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.

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 requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of road construction paver screeding operations

Guidance information for assessment

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


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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Safety requirements may include:

OHS requirements in accordance with state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan, including protective clothing and equipment, use of tools and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, use of First Aid equipment, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

safe operating procedures including recognising and preventing hazards associated with high voltage power lines, uneven/unstable terrain, trees, overhead service lines, bridges, surrounding buildings, obstructions, structures, facilities, dangerous materials, recently filled trenches, other machines, personnel, traffic control, working at heights, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public

safe parking practices including ensuring access ways are clear, equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites, safe distances are kept from excavations, and areas secured from unauthorised access or movement

recognising hazards and risks including uneven/unstable terrain, trees, fires, overhead and underground services, bridges, buildings, excavations, traffic, embankments, cuttings, structures and hazardous materials

emergency procedures related to equipment operation including emergency shutdown and stopping, extinguishing equipment fires, organisational First Aid requirements and evacuation

Site may include:

formed/prepared roads

pads

highways

freeways

car parks

airport runways

container yards

hard stands

footpaths and bikeways

Task may include:

mixing and spreading granular materials

spreading concrete materials

mixing and spreading stabilised materials

spreading bituminous materials

Traffic may include:

congested urban environments

low traffic rural areas

off-road un-trafficked areas

buildings

parking sites

pedestrian areas

Plant, tools and equipment may include:

shovels

measuring tapes

depth gauges

standard tool kits

string lines

thermometers

straight edges

automatic screed levelling devices may include:

grade sensors/averaging sensors

matching shoes

levelling beams

sonic and laser

Environmental protection requirements may include:

organisational/project environmental management plan

waste management

water quality protection

noise

vibration

dust and clean-up management

Materials may include:

granular materials

aggregates

gravel

stabilised materials

bituminous materials

Set screed controls may include:

the use of boards to correct the height for transverse joint construction

setting up string lines and sensors to job specifications

adjusting machine attachments to string line

preparing and setting a screed to achieve a specified level and texture of base

Paver screeding operations may include:

ensuring uniform flow of material

electronic/manual levelling

augering

maintaining width of the screed

adjustment of the crown

transverse and longitudinal joints

manual screed level control

automatic screed level control


Sectors

Road and Pavements Construction and Maintenance (General)


Competency Field

Refer to Unit Sector(s).


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Refer to Unit Descriptor.