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Conduct stabiliser operations

Conduct stabiliser operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICRC309D
State Code
WH125
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
27/05/2014
Nominal Hours
68
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct stabiliser operations in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. 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. Plan and prepare
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply stabiliser operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements
  • 1.6 Determine material to be laid and handling procedures to be employed
  • 1.7 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
2. Conduct stabiliser pre-operational checks
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park and shutdown procedures
  • 2.2 Check stabiliser controls and functions for serviceability, focusing on brakes, implements or other attachments and manoeuvrability
  • 2.3 Rectify or report any faults identified
3. Operate stabiliser
  • 3.1 Identify site hazards associated with stabiliser operations and use safe operating techniques to minimise risk
  • 3.2 Identify and apply operating techniques for stabiliser to achieve optimum output in accordance with manufacturers’ design specifications while achieving specified tolerances
  • 3.3 Ensure correct operation of stabiliser
  • 3.4 Operate stabiliser to produce results, including mixing materials, using additives and line and length
  • 3.5 Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process
4. Relocate stabiliser
  • 4.1 Move stabiliser safely between worksites in accordance with relevant codes and traffic management requirements
  • 4.2 Prepare stabiliser for relocation
5. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 5.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and/or organisational requirements
  • 5.2 Carry out routine operational servicing and lubrication tasks
  • 5.3 Carry out minor maintenance
  • 5.4 Record in writing performance of machine constantly to enable timely repair of equipment
6. Clean up
  • 6.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials
  • 6.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB442 RIICRC309A Conduct stabiliser operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCX57 RIICRC309E Conduct stabiliser operations Unit of competency