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Maintain roads and pavements
Maintain roads and pavements
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK310A
LGAWORK310A
State Code
C7837
C7837
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2014
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
14/08/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the maintenance of roads and pavements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Divert or drain water from the work site
- 1.1 Appropriate drainage is provided to allow for the diversion of uncontaminated stormwater from the work site and to prevent damage to the environment.
- 1.2 Environmental protection devices are installed as required to meet environmental regulations.
2 Set up for road maintenance
- 2.1 Maintenance areas are set out according to instructions or maintenance plan.
- 2.2 Maintenance areas are secured to prevent injury to the public and workers and damage to property and traffic control and warning signs are put in place in accordance with regulations.
- 2.3 Maintenance resources and materials are selected according to instructions or maintenance plan.
3 Maintain roads
- 3.1 Defective areas or potholes are excavated and replaced with selected materials and compacted in layers to specifications.
- 3.2 Defective areas are shaped and prepared for road finish in accordance with specifications.
- 3.3 Surfacing materials are applied using selected equipment and tools in accordance with specifications.
- 3.4 Pavement lines are spotted and replaced in accordance with specifications.
- 3.5 Defective kerb, channel and gully boxes are removed, disposed of appropriately and replaced in accordance with the specifications and relevant standards , using selected tools and equipment.
- 3.6 Subsoil drains are cleaned out and debris is removed and disposed of appropriately.
- 3.7 Side drains are cleaned out and debris is removed and disposed of appropriately.
- 3.8 Warning signs are removed when all risks have ceased.
4 Maintain signage and furniture/appurtenances
- 4.1 Defective signage is replaced to ensure it meets specifications and relevant standards.
- 4.2 Defective guard and handrails are replaced to ensure they meet specifications and relevant standards.
- 4.3 Defective light poles are replaced and connected according to specifications.
- 4.4 Defective road fencing and noise attenuation are replaced to meet specifications.
- 4.5 Defective furniture /appurtenances are replaced to meet specifications.
- 4.6 Signage and furniture/appurtenances are cleaned and restored using appropriate materials to meet specifications and relevant standards.
- 4.7 Defective pavement lines are restored in accordance with specifications and relevant standards.
5 Maintain verges and medians
- 5.1 Verges and medians are maintained to the relevant standards.
- 5.2 Verges and median drains are cleaned out and debris is removed.
6 Rehabilitate works area
- 6.1 Maintenance area is restored to required condition.
- 6.2 Private and public property areas and structures are restored in accordance with instructions.
7 Maintain records
- 7.1 Information is recorded in accordance with council and legislative requirements.
- 7.2 Details are recorded clearly, accurately and legibly.
- 7.3 Records are secured, made accessible and kept up to date.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Surface type may include:
sealed
unsealed
gravel
bitumen
concrete
segmental pavers
asphalt
pre-mix
Site preparation may include:
clearing
grading
levelling
excavating
trenching
Stabilisation may include:
synthetics
soil and clay geomixes
concrete
criblock
gabions
reinforced earth
stone pitching
stone blocking
sand bagging
geotextile fabrics
spray seeding
Pavement may include:
crushed rock
soil aggregate
grader-placed
paver-placed
compacted by static roller, vibratory roller, pneumatic roller or concrete train
Drainage may include:
table drain
mitre
kerb and channelling
run-offs
culverts
sump baskets
end walls
gabions
subsoil drains
leaching
weirs
leachate control
Furniture may include:
bins
bus shelters
guide posts
bollards
benches
seats
fences
guardrails
historical lamp posts
tables
rest areas
utility poles
handrails
noise suppressors
Signage may include:
statutory
directional
information
road lines
road markings
reflectors
centre lines
directional lines
shoulder lines
Relevant standards may include:
AS1742.3
and other relevant standards
Surface type may include:
sealed
unsealed
gravel
bitumen
concrete
segmental pavers
asphalt
pre-mix
Site preparation may include:
clearing
grading
levelling
excavating
trenching
Stabilisation may include:
synthetics
soil and clay geomixes
concrete
criblock
gabions
reinforced earth
stone pitching
stone blocking
sand bagging
geotextile fabrics
spray seeding
Pavement may include:
crushed rock
soil aggregate
grader-placed
paver-placed
compacted by static roller, vibratory roller, pneumatic roller or concrete train
Drainage may include:
table drain
mitre
kerb and channelling
run-offs
culverts
sump baskets
end walls
gabions
subsoil drains
leaching
weirs
leachate control
Furniture may include:
bins
bus shelters
guide posts
bollards
benches
seats
fences
guardrails
historical lamp posts
tables
rest areas
utility poles
handrails
noise suppressors
Signage may include:
statutory
directional
information
road lines
road markings
reflectors
centre lines
directional lines
shoulder lines
Relevant standards may include:
AS1742.3
and other relevant standards
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Appropriate materials are selected for the maintenance of the works.
Maintenance resources and maintenance processes are selected.
Plans, specifications and instructions are adhered to.
Safety on work sites is ensured.
Australian standards are met.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units (prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Appropriate materials are selected for the maintenance of the works.
Maintenance resources and maintenance processes are selected.
Plans, specifications and instructions are adhered to.
Safety on work sites is ensured.
Australian standards are met.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units (prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C748 | LGA30304 | Certificate III in Local Government (Operational Works) | Qualification |