Unit of competency details
RIICCM206D - Support plant operations (Release 2)
Summary
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Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Replaced release
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030901 | Construction Engineering | 02/May/2014 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Release
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Comment
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This unit replaces RIICCM206A Support plant operations.
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Removed Performance Criteria 1.6; replaced 1.3; editorial corrections.
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Application
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to support plant operations in Civil construction.
This unit is appropriate for those working in an assistant role.
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.
Unit Sector
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Plan and prepare for supporting plant operations
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1.1 Access, interpret and apply plant operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements
1.4 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
1.5 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.6 Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks and environmental issues
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
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2. Identify and protect services
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2.1 Locate services from plan
2.2 Locate, and advise operators of service markers
2.3 Expose, mark services, and erect barriers to prevent damage
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3. Support the operators
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3.1 Identify and alert operator of unsafe conditions or potential damage to property
3.2 Check pegs and levels and give advice to machine operator for compliance with job requirements
3.3 Deliver or relocate materials, and check for quality and quantity
3.4 Direct delivery plant/trucks to required location for loading/unloading
3.5 Provide guidance to operator for spreading materials to specified levels
3.6 Provide guidance to operator for compaction of materials in layers
3.7 Finish excavation jobs by hand to specifications
3.8 Complete written and verbal reporting requirements
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4. Conduct housekeeping activities
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4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, or recycle, materials
4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
4.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
4.4 Process written records
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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.
Unit Mapping Information
RIICCM206A Support plant operations
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Release
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Comment
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1
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This unit replaces RIICCM206A Support plant operations.
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2
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Removed Performance Criteria 1.6; replaced 1.3; editorial corrections.
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Performance Evidence
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 documentation, policies and procedures
- implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of plant operations support including:
- selecting and using relevant tools/equipment
- identifying the location of underground services
- communicating effectively to alert and assist operators
- works effectively with others to undertake and complete the plant operations support in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:
- using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others
- complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
- demonstrates consistent timely completion of plant operations support that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
- spotting for a minimum of two (2) different activities on each occasion involving excavation, fill, spreading of imported material, trimming or pawning
- location and marking of services on separate projects
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when supporting plant operations:
- accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
- using JSAs/JSEA/safe work methods
- achieving project quality outcomes
- identifying and reporting on hazards related to the worksite and work activity
- applying materials handling methods and using safety data sheets
- organising work activities
- using relevant tools and equipment safely
- identifying types, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of plant/equipment
- applying basic principles of soil technology for civil works
- identifying site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities
- using civil construction terminology
- completing housekeeping activities
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 is best assessed in the context of this sector’s 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 this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
- this unit must be assessed using Resources and Infrastructure Industry sector specific policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals; and,
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years’ work experience in the Industry sector; and,
- where the assessor does not have current experience a co-assessment or partnership arrangement needs to exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry technical expert/ subject matter expert. The Industry technical expert/subject matter expert must hold the unit being assessed and be currently working in the sector with a minimum of two (2) years’ of current work experience.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
