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Conduct pavement sweeping operations

Conduct pavement sweeping operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICBS316
State Code
OBM83
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/09/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
25/09/2020
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct pavement sweeping operations in civil construction It applies to those working in operational roles. The individual is generally a skilled operator and may provide theoretical advice and support a team.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to conduct pavement sweeping operations
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply pavement sweeping operations documentation and confirm the work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Identify environmental issues and potential hazards, and assess and address risks within scope of own role and according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
  • 1.5 Confirm and comply with environmental protection, safety and traffic management signage requirements
  • 1.6 Select plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks and check for faults within scope of own role
  • 1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required in case of fire, accident and other emergencies
2. Sweep surfaces
  • 2.1 Conduct pre-start, start-up, park up, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
  • 2.2 Identify wind direction and develop sweeping plan that minimises dust creation
  • 2.3 Drive and operate broom at speed and pressure required with minimum damage to bristles
  • 2.4 Extend sweeping at least 300 mm outside area to be covered
  • 2.5 Conduct preliminary and final sweeps and remove excess material
  • 2.6 Sweep material away from work in progress and newly finished work
  • 2.7 Adapt sweeping procedures to surface type
  • 2.8 Remove loose aggregate from newly sealed surface
3. Clean up
  • 3.1 Deposit sweepings to avoid drain, pit and nature strip contamination
  • 3.2 Create windrows for run off protection as required
  • 3.3 Clear work area and dispose of and recycle materials as required according to workplace procedures and environmental requirements
  • 3.4 Clean, check, perform maintenance on in scope of own role, and store plant, tools and equipment
  • 3.5 Carry out housekeeping to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH051 RIICBS206D Conduct pavement sweeping operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFA8 RII30919 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification