Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the maintenance of sealed roads in the civil construction industry. It includes planning and preparing for work, storing, preparing and transporting materials, repairing damaged or wearing surfaces and edges, repairing pavement failures, repairing and sealing surface cracks, and cleaning up. 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.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role 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 work |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Obtain and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task 1.3. Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements from the project traffic management plan 1.4. Select plant , tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults 1.5. Identify environmental protection requirements from the project environmental management plan, and confirm and apply to the allotted task |
2. Store, prepare and transport materials |
2.1. Store and maintain materials in quantity and specified condition for requirements of regular maintenance program 2.2. Prepare materials in accordance with specified mix 2.3. Load, transport and unload materials in a safe manner to minimise spillage and water |
3. Repair damaged or wearing surface and edges |
3.1. Identify faults in roads and pavements and apply appropriate repair method 3.2. Remove water and loose material from damaged section 3.3. Trim section to provide adequate support to repair material 3.4. Prepare base and sides of sections to ensure bonding of repair material in accordance with specification 3.5. Place material and compact to specifications maintaining alignment of surface |
4. Repair pavement failures |
4.1. Remove water and loose material 4.2. Excavate failed area to create a firm base 4.3. Trim edges to ensure adequate adhesion of repair material 4.4. Place and compact material to specification maintaining alignment of surface |
5. Repair and seal surface cracks |
5.1. Identify cracks and surface drainage conditions to determine appropriate repair and sealing process 5.2. Clear cracks of foreign materials 5.3. Apply sealant to cracks and finish in accordance with road maintenance specifications |
6. Clean up |
6.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials in accordance with project environmental management plan 6.2. Protect storm water systems by clearing debris and loose material 6.3. Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment |
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 of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to maintain sealed roads:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to maintain sealed roads:
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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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Exact highlighted text may include: |
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Plant may include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Environmental protection requirements may include: |
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Materials may include: |
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Maintenance program may include the repair and maintenance of: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Road and Pavements Construction and Maintenance (General)
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.