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Plan and supervise roadworks
Plan and supervise roadworks
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK405A
LGAWORK405A
State Code
C7843
C7843
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/09/2008
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
26/09/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers planning and supervising manual and mechanical operations undertaken to maintain or repair roads within council areas. It covers the identification and application of appropriate materials for particular roadworks. The unit is appropriate for supervisors and team leaders of council roadworks.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for roadworks and maintenance
- 1.1. Requests for roadworks are received and prioritised.
- 1.2. Site of roadworks and cause of defect are assessed to determine required materials, resources and safety precautions.
- 1.3. Quality assurance requirements are identified and incorporated into preparation for roadworks.
- 1.4. Traffic management requirements are assessed and adequate notification to the public of future roadworks and expected delays is arranged.
- 1.5. Work schedules are established outlining required equipment, resources, materials and optimum timing to complete works.
- 1.6. Appropriate plans, specifications or drawings are referred to, to ensure quality assurance is adhered to and maintained.
2 Evaluate road construction materials
- 2.1. Type and quantity of construction or repair materials are determined and delivery to site is arranged in accordance with established work schedule.
- 2.2. Required pre-mix and hot-mix materials are identified to suit job requirements.
- 2.3. Impurities in raw and processed materials are identified and recorded in accordance with council and quality assurance requirements.
- 2.4. Appropriate type of repair and repair material is recommended for defective road surfaces .
- 2.5. Manufacture and testing of all materials are conducted and recorded in accordance with appropriate Australian standards.
3 Supervise road construction and repair work
- 3.1. Appropriately skilled workforce is selected and scheduled to conduct roadwork.
- 3.2. Job specifications and required tasks are communicated effectively to scheduled workforce.
- 3.3. Road construction or repair work is monitored to ensure it satisfies quality assurance requirements and relevant legislation.
- 3.4. On-site occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are monitored and observed at all times.
- 3.5. Emergency equipment is in working order and available at the work site.
- 3.6. Contingencies are managed to ensure quality of roadworks is maintained and work is completed within agreed time frames.
4 Monitor environmental impact of roadworks
- 4.1. Site drainage requirements are assessed in accordance with legislative requirements.
- 4.2. Quality of drainage water and run-off from the site is monitored to ensure compliance with legislation.
- 4.3. Issues relating to damage from environmental impact are identified and processes are implemented to prevent or minimise impact.
- 4.4. Reinstatement of the surrounding environment is planned and carried out in accordance with relevant legislation.
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.
Roadworks activities may include:
rectifying imperfections in road surfaces (e.g. potholes)
new road constructions
existing road reconstructions
work on different road types, including asphalt, bitumen, dirt or gravel
Materials may include:
bituminous mixes
asphalt
gravel
Notification to the public may require:
monitoring traffic volumes
advertisements in local newspapers
signage in the area of planned roadworks
Drawings may include:
site plans and detailed plans
roadworks
plans of subdivision
earthworks
Surfaces may include:
haul roads
formed or prepared roads, including highways, arterial roads, residential streets and secondary roads
access roads
pads
Emergency equipment may include:
firefighting equipment
medical and first aid kits
personal protective clothing and equipment
Contingencies may include:
weather changes
worker injuries or illnesses
worker absences
supply breakdowns
machinery failures
Roadworks activities may include:
rectifying imperfections in road surfaces (e.g. potholes)
new road constructions
existing road reconstructions
work on different road types, including asphalt, bitumen, dirt or gravel
Materials may include:
bituminous mixes
asphalt
gravel
Notification to the public may require:
monitoring traffic volumes
advertisements in local newspapers
signage in the area of planned roadworks
Drawings may include:
site plans and detailed plans
roadworks
plans of subdivision
earthworks
Surfaces may include:
haul roads
formed or prepared roads, including highways, arterial roads, residential streets and secondary roads
access roads
pads
Emergency equipment may include:
firefighting equipment
medical and first aid kits
personal protective clothing and equipment
Contingencies may include:
weather changes
worker injuries or illnesses
worker absences
supply breakdowns
machinery failures
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
The demonstrated ability to:
comply with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations and consistent with state or territory legislative requirements
communicate roadworks information clearly to team members and others
plan and supervise safe work practices in a range of environments
understand emergency procedures and appropriate responses
transfer skills to changing circumstances and environmental conditions
provide job specifications to maintain sealed roads
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
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.
This unit of competency is dependent upon acquiring relevant prerequisite underpinning knowledge in the road construction industry.
Method of assessment
Competency should be assessed through direct simulated or actual workplace activities and questions related to underpinning knowledge.
Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently, based upon project work.
Competency may be assessed while work is undertaken under limited guidance, checking at various stages of the process and at the completion of the activity against the Performance Criteria and specifications.
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
interpreting, applying and communicating technical information
problem solving
contingency planning and management
interpreting technical drawings and site plans
supervisory and leadership skills
communication
project management
time management
organisation
working under pressure and within time constraints
using construction equipment
using surveying equipment, including optical square, clinometer, dumpy level, tilting level, automatic level, change plates, laser level and laser plane
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
The demonstrated ability to:
comply with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations and consistent with state or territory legislative requirements
communicate roadworks information clearly to team members and others
plan and supervise safe work practices in a range of environments
understand emergency procedures and appropriate responses
transfer skills to changing circumstances and environmental conditions
provide job specifications to maintain sealed roads
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
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.
This unit of competency is dependent upon acquiring relevant prerequisite underpinning knowledge in the road construction industry.
Method of assessment
Competency should be assessed through direct simulated or actual workplace activities and questions related to underpinning knowledge.
Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently, based upon project work.
Competency may be assessed while work is undertaken under limited guidance, checking at various stages of the process and at the completion of the activity against the Performance Criteria and specifications.
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
interpreting, applying and communicating technical information
problem solving
contingency planning and management
interpreting technical drawings and site plans
supervisory and leadership skills
communication
project management
time management
organisation
working under pressure and within time constraints
using construction equipment
using surveying equipment, including optical square, clinometer, dumpy level, tilting level, automatic level, change plates, laser level and laser plane
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