Modification History
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DEF12 V2 |
First release. Replaces and is equivalent to DEFCA305B. Assist in the construction of wet gap crossings. Pre-requisites removed. Unit Descriptor updated. Application added. Minor Range Statement change. Evidence Guide updated. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to assist in the preparation, construction, operation and recovery of wet gap crossing bridging equipment, including:
- floating support bridges
- fixed floating span equipment
- ferry equipment (captive and free)
- floating support bridge
- rafts
- improvised floating structures
to cross rivers and other wet gaps to facilitate the movement of personnel, vehicles, cargo and equipment.
Wet gap crossing is defined as a bridge that is physically supported by the water, i.e. through pontoons and associated buoyancy measures. Bridges will normally be constructed on a temporary basis to meet the operational need to provide a crossing point over a gap for personnel and equipment. When the crossing is no longer required the bridge is either recovered to storage or redeployed to another crossing.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. In a Defence context, this means that there is no civilian need to hold this unit in order to meet licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Application of the Unit
This competency was developed for combat engineer personnel required to assist in the preparation, construction, operation and recovery of wet gap crossing bridging equipment, including floating support bridges, to cross rivers and other wet gaps to facilitate the movement of personnel, vehicles, cargo and equipment in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
The individual will usually be engaged in bridge construction as part of a team under supervision, but may undertake some autonomous tasks.
All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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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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1. Construct wet gap crossing equipment |
1.1 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and worn in accordance with WHS requirements. 1.2 Site layout and preparation is conducted in accordance with standard procedures . 1.3 All wet gap crossing bridging components are checked against the inventory and materials list for completeness and are prepared for operation with faults and deficiencies reported to the supervisor. 1.4 Tools and equipment required for the task are selected, checked for serviceability and faults are reported to the supervisor. |
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2. Construct wet gap crossing equipment |
2.1 Jigs, fixtures and equipment to be used in construction are assembled and adjusted ready for use. 2.2 Bridge components are assembled and checked for compliance, accuracy and alignment in accordance with standard procedures. 2.3 Equipment is operated in accordance with standard procedures. |
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3. Maintain and clean up site and equipment |
3.1 Gap crossing sites and crossing systems are maintained in accordance with standard procedures. 3.2 Gap crossing equipment, tools and unused materials are recovered, cleaned, maintained and documentation is completed, with any faults and deficiencies reported in accordance with standard procedures. 3.3 Gap crossing equipment, tools and materials are either stored or redeployed to another site in accordance with standard procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
Required Skills
- interpret plans and job instructions
- manually handle construction materials and heavy bridging components
- work with plant
- follow instructions/directives and report information
- participate in team
- encourage other team members
- use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including language style, active listening
Required Knowledge
- WHS workplace and equipment safety requirements
- materials handling while operating tools
- site safety while working with plant
- anchorage systems, knots and lashings
- techniques for supporting others
- composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members
- verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including language style, active listening
Evidence Guide
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to assist in the construction of at least two wet gap crossings using two types of wet gap crossing bridging equipment listed in the Range Statement. Individuals should be assessed participating in the construction of:
Assessment must also confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated under field conditions over a time frame that allows for individuals to be assessed in the various tasks related to the construction of at least two wet gap crossings using two types of equipment listed in the Range Statement. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to:
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Range Statement
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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. |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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WHS requirements may include: |
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Site layout and preparation may include: |
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Standard procedures may include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
