Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers directing of cast in-situ piling operations in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing for the operations; directing the rig, locating and preparing pile positions; placing concrete; and carrying out post-operational requirements.
Application of the Unit
The boring process for casting in-situ piles may include auger bored and they may be CFA piles. This unit is appropriate for those working in supporting roles in piling, at worksites within:
- Civil construction
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare for assisting with operations |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the directing of cast in-situ piling operations 1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task 1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards 1.4. Obtain, confirm and apply safety requirements and environmental requirements for the allotted task 1.5. Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment and protective clothing ay all times 1.6. Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan and/or safety requirements 1.7. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities 1.8. Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks that are consistent with the requirements of the task, and check them for serviceability and rectify or report any faults |
2. Directing the rig, locating and preparing pile positions |
2.1. Establishing the location of piles from reference points and set out to requirements 2.2. Establishing recovery pegs and conducting on-going measurements to ensure correct location 2.3. Positioning and checking plant and related equipment for operation 2.4. Provide guidance for boring of holes to work instructions 2.5. Installing the casing in the bored hole if applicable 2.6. Preparing pile to receive concrete in accordance with work instructions |
3. Assist with placing concrete |
3.1. Placing concrete into pile 3.2. Have knowledge of placing concrete in wet/dry conditions |
4. Carryout post-operational requirements |
4.1. Provide direction for the relocation of boring rig to next point of installation operation 4.2. Provide direction with removal of boring rig from site on completion of work 4.3. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with requirements 4.4. Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment as recommended and required |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to direct with cast in-situ piling operations:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to assist with cast in-situ piling operations:
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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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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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:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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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:
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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. |
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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Inspect and prepare work area may include: |
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Safety requirements may include: |
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Environmental Requirements may include: |
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Coordination requirements may include: |
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Personal protective equipment includes: |
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Tools and equipment will include: |
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Hazardous and emergency situations may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Foundation Works
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.