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Unit of competency details

RIIMPO326D - Conduct civil construction water cart operations (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to RIIMPO326A - Conduct civil construction water cart operations 13/Nov/2013
Is superseded by and equivalent to RIIMPO326E - Conduct water vehicle operationsMinor updates to reflect changes to operator maintenance activities, name of unit and content to apply to all industries. 10/Dec/2018

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
(View details for release 3) 07/Dec/2014
(View details for release 2) 26/Mar/2014
1 (this release) 14/Nov/2013


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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030717 Plant And Machine Operations  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
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

Not applicable.

Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct civil construction water cart operations in Civil construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Civil construction

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for water cart operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply water cart operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions

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

2. Operate water cart

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 Manage engine power to ensure efficiency of water cart platform movements and to minimise damage to the engine and gears

2.5 Coordinate engine power with gear selection to ensure smooth transition and operation within torque range

2.6 Drive and operate water cart, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions

2.7 Bring vehicle to a halt smoothly, minimising the wear and tear on vehicle using the engine retarder, gears and brakes

3. Load, transport and distribute water

3.1 Position water cart at load and discharge/distribution points

3.2 Load water cart to within the authorised carrying capacity and to suit the site and task conditions

3.3 Carry out water haulage operations efficiently, safely and smoothly avoiding surge and sway

3.4 Discharge/distribute water efficiently in accordance with requirements and procedures

3.5 Monitor and maintain discharge and distribution systems throughout the operations

3.6 Complete work the workplan within the operating capacity of the equipment

4. Carry out machine operator maintenance

4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance

4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding

4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

4.4 Process written maintenance records

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

5.3 Process records

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

RIIMPO326A Conduct civil construction water cart 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

Not applicable.

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 water cart 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 water distribution techniques
  • selecting and using the required tools and equipment
  • working safely around other machines and personnel
  • safely parking and securing of equipment
  • works effectively with others to undertake and complete water cart 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 water cart operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) occasions including:
  • completion of the loading, transporting, discharging and distribution of water including:
  • completion of pressure and gravity discharging of water evenly in civil construction compaction operations in a minimum of two different soil types to meet moisture content requirements
  • completion of pressure and gravity distribution of water into two separate water storage facilities/receptacles
  • completion of dust suppression operations

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of conducting civil construction water cart operations through:

  • identifying, interpreting ground conditions
  • communicating and performing isolation procedures
  • being prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • identifying signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed identifying
  • 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
  • identifying basic soil types and characteristics
  • communicating basic soil compaction theory including the effects of moisture content and mechanical interlock
  • applying practical field tests for moisture content
  • using pumps and pumping system operations
  • identifying water distribution systems types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
  • describing basic dust suppression theory
  • identifying the causes and effects of surge and sway in bulk fluid loads
  • 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