Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 12:41 PM AWST
22/07/2026 12:41 PM AWST
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Control traffic with stop-slow bat
Control traffic with stop-slow bat
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIWHS205E
RIIWHS205E
State Code
OBM75
OBM75
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/09/2020
Field of Education
030909 - Transport Engineering
Original Release Date
25/09/2020
Nominal Hours
4
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop-slow bats, hand signals and approved communication devices in the resources and infrastructure industries.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work in teams in live traffic environments under some degree of supervision. Note: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented registered training organisations are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing state/territory OHS legislative requirements
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to control traffic
- 1.1 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- 1.2 Access, interpret and confirm work instructions and plan work
- 1.3 Access, interpret and apply required workplace policies, procedures, jurisdictional safety and environmental protection requirements
- 1.4 Obtain and interpret site emergency procedures and prepare for accidents and emergencies
- 1.5 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability, and rectify faults and report according to workplace policies and procedures
2. Control traffic and operate communication devices
- 2.1 Adjust approved communication devices according to site requirements
- 2.2 Direct traffic using hand held stop-slow bat and visibly clear and unobstructed hand signals as required
- 2.3 Monitor traffic, make adjustments for changing traffic conditions and position waiting vehicles as required
- 2.4 Communicate messages to other personnel, confirm recipient understanding and clarify as required
- 2.5 Check and perform maintenance on approved communication devices according to requirements
- 2.6 Check communications contact after nominated period of non-contact
- 2.7 Report traffic offenders according to workplace policies and procedures
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
- 3.1 Confirm and remove signs and devices in line with job requirements and cover as required
- 3.2 Clean, check and store tools and equipment
- 3.3 Report environmental damage and potential for future damage as required
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH754 | RIIWHS205D | Control traffic with stop-slow bat | Unit of competency |