Unit of competency details
RIIMPO320D - Conduct civil construction excavator operations (Release 2)
Summary
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030717 | Plant And Machine Operations | 02/May/2014 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Release
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This unit replaces RIIMPO320B Conduct civil construction excavator operations.
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Performance Evidence wording amended; removed repetition from Performance Criteria.
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Application
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct civil construction excavator operations in Civil construction.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
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 excavator operations
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1.1 Access, interpret and apply excavator operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.5 Obtain, identify and implement traffic management signage requirements
1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
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2. Operate excavator
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2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity
2.3 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
2.4 Drive and operate excavator, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions
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3. Lift, carry and place materials
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3.1 Conduct communication practices associated with transportation and lifting of materials
3.2 Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
3.3 Select, attach and use slings and lifting gear in accordance with safe working load requirements
3.4 Position machinery and ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials according to job specifications
3.5 Shift load safely and effectively
3.6 Move load using hand/audible/communication signals
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4. Select, remove and fit attachments
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4.1 Select attachment for the task
4.2 Remove and fit attachment according to manufacturer's manual and site requirements
4.3 Test attachment and ensure correct fitting and operation
4.4 Use attachment in accordance with recommendations and design limits
4.5 Remove, clean and store attachments in designated location
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5. Relocate the excavator
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5.1 Prepare excavator for relocation
5.2 Move excavator safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
5.3 Load and unload machine from float/trailer
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6. Carry out machine operator maintenance
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6.1 Prepare machine for maintenance
6.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
6.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
6.4 Process written maintenance records
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7. Conduct housekeeping activities
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7.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
7.2 Process 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
RIIMPO320B Conduct civil construction excavator 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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This unit replaces RIIMPO320B Conduct civil construction excavator operations.
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Performance Evidence wording amended; removed repetition from Performance Criteria.
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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 relevant documentation, policies and procedures
- implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of excavator operations including:
- conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations
- carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures
- driving and operating the equipment to site conditions
- applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues
- applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques
- applying leveling techniques
- selecting and using the required tools and equipment
- working safely around other machines and personnel
- safely parking and securing of equipment
- applying methods of changing machine attachments
- works effectively with others to undertake and complete excavator operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:
- using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others
- maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
- organising work activities to meet all task requirements
- communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
- demonstrates consistent timely completion of excavator operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) occasions including:
- completion of operations to specification using a variety of material types during the three occasions, including:
- loading
- lifting and carrying materials
- bulk excavation
- backfilling
- trench excavation
- stockpiling
- battering
- benching
- site clean up
- fitting and removal of a variety of attachments during the three occasions, selected from the following:
- tilt bucket
- buckets
- lifting device
- vibrating compaction wheel
- ripper/tyne
- compaction plate
- compaction wheel
- rock breaker
- auger
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting civil construction excavator operations:
- identifying, interpreting ground conditions
- communicating and performing isolation procedures
- identifying equipment processes, technical capability and limitations
- being prepared for fire/accident/emergency
- identifying signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed
- interpreting drawings and sketches
- identifying site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities
- using civil construction terminology
- complying with project quality requirements
- applying basic principles of soil technology and soil compaction for civil works
- using basic earthworks calculations
- using civil construction activity sequences of road construction, earthworks and drainage
- using methods for calculating safe working loads
- applying operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics
- 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 must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; 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
