RIICTB304D
Install or replace sub-structure members


Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install or replace sub-structure members in Civil Construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

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.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare to install or replace sub-structure members

1.1. Access, interpret and apply sub-structure members documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions before proceeding

1.3. Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements

1.4. Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage requirements

1.5. Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

1.6. Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.7. Identify, confirm, safely handle and locate, ready for use, materials required for the work application

1.8. Identify, address and report hazards, risks and environmental issues

1.9. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Prepare for installation or replacement

2.1.Assess implications of project on bridge load capacity

2.2. Measure dimensions of original components

2.3. Select resources

2.4. Conduct follow up inspection of work

3. Erect major sub-structure members

3.1. Measure and prepare members for installation or replacement of major sub-structure members

3.2. Fit new members

3.3. Apply durability treatments to the new members

3.4. Install connectors to the new sub-structure members

3.5. Remove temporary supports after new members are secured in place

4. Erect minor sub-structure member

4.1. Measure and prepare members for installation or replacement of minor sub-structure members

4.2. Fit new members

4.3. Apply durability treatments to the new members

4.4. Install connectors to the new sub-structure members

5. Clean up

5.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2. Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment

Evidence of Performance

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of install or replace sub-structure members including:

selecting and using required tools and equipment

assessing implications of project on bridge capacity

erecting major and minor sub-structure members

applying durability treatments

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the performance of install or replace sub-structure members that meets all of the required outcomes including:

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

using a range of communication techniques and systems such as signage to advise others of work activity and exclusion zone

demonstrates completion of installing or replacing sub-structure members that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks

completing the planning, preparation and erection to design specifications of at least:

one (1) major sub-structure member, and

one (1) minor sub-structure member


Evidence of Knowledge

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of installing or replacing sub-structure members through:

applying legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures for:

site and equipment safety

temporary support member installation

pier stability and foundations

connection behaviour

shoring and jacking systems

test boring

bridge foundations

bridge heritage

calculation of material requirements

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

safety data sheets and materials handling methods

quality assurance systems and standards

JSA/JSEA/safe work method statements


Assessment Conditions

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level


Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.


Sectors

Civil construction