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, confirm and apply work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details 1.3. Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task 1.4. Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan 1.5. 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 1.6. Identify materials appropriate to the work application, safely handle and locate ready for use 1.7. Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task |
2. Maintain bridge | 2.1. Obtain and apply schedule of maintenance repairs/work order or instructions to organisational requirements 2.2. Locate access devices in reach of the areas to be maintained/repaired and check for safe operation 2.3. Locate defect or fault and prepare area for rectification 2.4. Select resources in accordance with the task 2.5. Report other defects or faults further identified during maintenance 2.6. Complete bridge maintenance work to specifications or instructions |
3. Clean up | 3.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan 3.2. 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 maintain timber bridges: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for maintaining timber bridges 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 maintain timber bridges: site and equipment safety requirements timber bridge maintenance procedures and techniques scaffolding preservatives and paints timber grading bridge foundations bridge heritage equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations processes for the calculation of material requirements operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities materials safety data sheets and materials handling methods quality assurance systems and standards JSAs/safe work method statements |
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 maintaining timber bridges implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of timber bridge maintenance working with others to undertake and complete the maintenance of timber bridges that meets all of the required outcomes consistent timely completion of timber bridge maintenance that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes replacement of at least one length of sheeting/decking, a minimum of two metres in length and all associated activities, to specifications replacement and painting of at least one fence/barrier post and at least six metres of railing to specification |
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 maintenance of timber bridges |
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 parking practices including ensuring access ways are clear, equipment/machinery is away from overhangs and refuelling sites, safe distance are kept from excavations, and areas secured from unauthorised access or movement safe operating procedures including recognising and preventing hazards associated with uneven/unstable terrain, trees, pits, poles, trip hazards, dirt mounds, overhead service lines, bridges, surrounding buildings, obstructions, structures, facilities, dangerous materials, recently filled trenches, other machines, personnel, traffic control, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public 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: | any ground conditions in urban and rural areas timber bridges and may include timber wharves, piers and jetties |
Signage requirements may include: | highway traffic signs site safety signage temporary signage for the benefit of motorists and pedestrians barricades traffic conditions signage |
Traffic may include: | congested urban environments low traffic rural areas off-road un-trafficked areas pedestrian areas |
Tools and equipment may include: | generators power leads electric drills drills augers impact wrenches oxy-acetylene equipment chainsaws power saws paint brushes brooms crow bars hammers podger hammers bolt extraction equipment chisels reaming bits drifts |
Materials may include: | bolts nuts washers paint nails waterproof sealants petroleum jelly post straps sheet materials fence posts |
Environmental protection requirements may include: | waste management stormwater protection noise dust vibration safe use of preservatives waterway protection clean-up management |
Maintenance may include: | touch up painting bolt tightening replacement of sheeting/decking replacement/repair of fences/barriers cleaning weed control hazard reduction flashing repair and replacement waterway cleaning bolt replacement replacement of traffic control devices and signs replace kerbing replace whacking planks/ballast boards upgrading of applied preservatives |
Work orders or instructions may include: | checklists emails written instructions drawings/sketches verbal instructions |
Sectors
Timber Bridge Construction and Maintenance
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.