Modification History
Unit revised and not equivalent to CPPSIS2005A Assist in field activity
Element structure, performance criteria, and critical aspects reviewed to reflect workplace requirements
References to sustainability strengthened
Skills and knowledge requirements and the range statement updated
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to assist with field support services. It requires the ability to work with others on site to perform key organisational requirements, and to work under instruction using site drawings and specifications. Functions would be carried out under direct supervision and within organisational guidelines.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports the application of communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and the use of technology. The skills and knowledge acquired upon completion of this unit would support the needs of new employees in the surveying and spatial information services (SSIS) industry sector in positions such as field hands and data collection assistants.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Assist in preparations for the support task. |
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Requirements of the job are clarified with relevant personnel according to organisational guidelines . |
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Tools, equipment and supplies appropriate to the environment are sourced according to specifications . |
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Personal protective equipment is used according to OHS guidelines. |
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Assist in support tasks. |
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Barricades, protective works and signs are erected, when required, according to supervisor instructions and organisational guidelines. |
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Surface positions are determined and marked according to accepted standards using information available from site drawings, references and relevant personnel. |
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Support tasks are carried out under direction, often in a team environment, and according to specifications. |
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Finalise the task. |
3.1 |
Site is restored as near as practicable to original condition and any waste generated is disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner . |
3.2 |
Tools and equipment are inspected and, where appropriate, referred for repair. |
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Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in a secure location. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills
Required knowledge
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example CPPSIS2014A Assist in the selection, operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies, and CPPSIS2016A Assist with load transfer. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Specific resources for assessment |
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. |
Context of assessment |
Holistic: based on the performance criteria, evidence guide, range statement, and required skills and knowledge. |
Method of assessment |
Demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment). Demonstrated competency in a range of situations, that may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace. Obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing induction information. If this is not practicable, observation in realistic simulated environments may be substituted. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment requires that the clients’ objectives and industry expectations are met. If the clients’ objectives are narrowly defined or not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of surveying and spatial information services requirements to assess competency. Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge (in assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning or written assessment, questions are to be identical). Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. All practical demonstration must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each State or Territory. Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (recognition of current competencies [RCC] or recognition of prior learning [RPL]), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time. In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Assessment processes will be appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. |
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. Add any 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. |
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Organisational guidelines may include: |
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Equipment and supplies may include: |
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Specifications may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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OHS may include: |
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Accepted standards may include: |
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Support tasks may include: |
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Environmentally friendly manner may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Surveying and spatial information services
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.