Unit of competency details
RIIRTM202E - Position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals (Release 1)
Summary
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Releases:
| 1 1 (this release) |
25/Jan/2021 |
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Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Training packages that include this unit
Qualifications that include this unit
Classifications
Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030717 | Plant And Machine Operations | 25/Jan/2021 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release
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Release 1
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This version first released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Version 6.0.
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Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to transport, position, operate and remove portable traffic signals and conduct housekeeping activities relevant to the task in the civil construction industry.
It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Unit Sector
Civil Construction
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Plan and prepare to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
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1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
1.3 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activity
1.4 Identify, address and report potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.5 Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements
1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
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2. Transport portable traffic signals
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2.1 Conduct portable traffic signals pre-start check and report or rectify faults as required
2.2 Prepare portable traffic signals for transportation
2.3 Confirm trailer is secured to vehicle
2.4 Connect, manoeuvre and transport portable traffic signals according to job requirements
2.5 Enter work site according to road and traffic management requirements
2.6 Park-up and confirm braking system is engaged
2.7 Check portable traffic signals controls and functions and report or rectify faults as required
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3. Position portable traffic signals
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3.1 Position portable traffic signals according to traffic management plan or diagram and traffic and site safety regulations and guidelines
3.2 Conduct site specific risk assessment
3.3 Confirm suitable positioning for battery purposes
3.4 Confirm solar panels have exposure to sunlight where applicable
3.5 Position portable traffic signals with master unit control box on the non-traffic side of unit
3.6 Confirm units are level, stable and wheel chocks are applied
3.7 Confirm portable traffic signals are visible to road users
3.8 Confirm posted speed limit is correct for operation of portable traffic signals
3.9 Install required signage according to traffic guidance scheme
3.10 Initiate portable traffic signals security system
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4. Operate communication devices
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4.1 Adjust communication device, including radio controls, for transmission and reception
4.2 Transmit radio messages according to job requirements
4.3 Maintain communication device power supply
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5. Commissioning portable traffic signals
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5.1 Select, apply and change signal sequence according to job requirements
5.2 Monitor traffic and confirm minimal delays to road users
5.3 Seek approval for and make adjustments for changing conditions according to job requirements
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6. De-commissioning and remove portable traffic signals from site
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6.1 Conduct shut-down procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
6.2 Prepare portable traffic signals for transportation
6.3 Remove portable traffic signals from site according to road rules, site and traffic management requirements
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7. Conduct clean-up activities
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7.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
7.2 Carry out minor routine maintenance according to site requirements
7.3 Confirm tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
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SKILL
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DESCRIPTION
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Self-management
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- Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during work activities
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Oral communication
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- Conveys information and instructions to other verbally
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Writing
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- Completes basic records using sector-specific vocabulary, grammatical structures and conventions
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Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to RIIRTM202D Position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version first released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Version 6.0.
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Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals on at least two occasions, including:
- transporting and positioning portable traffic signals to meet traffic management plan and site requirements.
During the above, the candidate must:
- locate and apply relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
- implement the requirements, procedures and techniques to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including:
- identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks, and recommending control measures
- identifying and applying environmental protection requirements
- carrying out inspection and fault finding as per manufacturer instructions and organisational requirements
- work with others to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals that meets required outcomes, including:
- using communication techniques and equipment to convey information to others
- completing written and verbal reporting requirements
- organising work activities to meet task requirements.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- legislation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- policies, procedures and documentation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including those relating to:
- emergency response
- work health and safety
- work instructions
- environmental protection
- communication techniques and equipment
- Australian and other relevant standards
- statutory compliance
- site and equipment safety
- traffic control
- risk assessment and management
- road rules and traffic management
- equipment operation and maintenance
- traffic management plans
- traffic guidance scheme
- manufacturer specifications for required plant and equipment
- site requirements
- workplace recording and reporting
- processes for the approval of changes to traffic management plans
- types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of plant and equipment required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- principles and techniques required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including those relating to:
- selecting route
- interpreting traffic management plans and diagrams
- interpreting traffic guidance schemes
- operating a communication device
- towing techniques and equipment
- towing hazards
- inspection of equipment, including fault finding.
Assessment Conditions
Mandatory conditions for assessment of this unit are stipulated below. The assessment must:
- personal protective equipment
- equipment required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- be conducted in a safe environment; and,
- be assessed in the context of this sector's work environment; and,
- be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures and processes directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
- confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances.
Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated work 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.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must be able to clearly demonstrate current and relevant industry knowledge and experience to satisfy the mandatory regulatory standards as set out in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015/Australian Quality Training Framework mandatory requirements for assessors current at the time of assessment and any relevant licensing and certification requirements. This includes:
- vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed
- current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided
- current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs their training and assessment
- formal relevant qualifications in training and assessment
- having knowledge of and/or experience using the latest techniques and processes
- possessing the required level of RII training product knowledge
- having an understanding and knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to the industry and to employment and workplaces
- demonstrating the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence outlined in this unit of competency, and
- the minimum years of current** work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below in an industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit.
It is also acceptable for the appropriately qualified assessor to work with an industry expert to conduct assessment together and for the industry expert to be involved in the assessment judgement. The industry expert must have current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided. This means the industry subject matter expert must demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed:
Industry sector
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AQF indicator level***
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Required assessor or industry subject matter expert experience
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Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Infrastructure
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1
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1 year
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2
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2 years
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Drilling, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying), Metalliferous Mining and Civil Infrastructure
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3-6
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3 years
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Other sectors
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Where this unit is being assessed outside of the resources and infrastructure sectors assessor and/or industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.
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*Guidance on simulated environments has been stipulated in the RII implementation guide located on VETNet.
**Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to industry by conducting a minimum number of site assessments as determined by the relevant industry sector, across various locations.
***While a unit of competency does not have an AQF level, where a unit is being delivered outside of a qualification the first numeric character in the unit code should be considered as the AQF indicator level for assessment purposes.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
