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Direct pile driving operations

Direct pile driving operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICFW306E
State Code
OCX19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/06/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to direct pile driving operations in civil construction. This includes establishing recovery pegs, providing guidance for lifting, manoeuvring and setting up piling rigs, installing timber and pre-cast concrete piles, and conducting pile hammering.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of tasks in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. 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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to direct pile driving operations
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work instructions
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to direct pile driving operations and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Confirm and identify requirements for complying with environmental protection, safety and traffic management signage requirements
  • 1.6 Identify potential hazards and environmental issues, implement control measures within scope of own role and escalate where required
  • 1.7 Select plant, tools and equipment required to carry out tasks and check for faults
  • 1.8 Identify, confirm, and locate materials required for work application
2. Assist with locating pile position and establishing piling rig
  • 2.1 Establish location for piles from reference points and set out according to job requirements
  • 2.2 Establish recovery pegs and conduct on-going measurements to confirm correct location according to job requirements
  • 2.3 Direct plant and related equipment in position according to job requirements and conduct pre-start checks
  • 2.4 Prepare and confirm conformity of pile according to job requirements
  • 2.5 Identify and protect area for pile driving and surrounding working space according to job requirements
3. Support piling process
  • 3.1 Provide guidance for lifting and manoeuvring piles into position according to job requirements
  • 3.2 Provide guidance for setting up piling rig and driving pile into position according to job requirements
  • 3.3 Direct splicing according to job requirements
4. Carry out post-operational requirements
  • 4.1 Assist with dismantling of plant and related equipment according to manufacturer specifications and job requirements
  • 4.2 Provide direction for relocation of piling rig according to job and site requirements
  • 4.3 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to site requirements
  • 4.4 Clean, check, perform maintenance on and store plant, tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH097 RIICFW306D Direct pile driving operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification
BGL6 RII31220 Certificate III in Civil Foundations Qualification