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Operate bridge inspection units

Operate bridge inspection units

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICBM304E
State Code
OCX65
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2021
Field of Education
040301 - Building Science And Technology
Original Release Date
18/06/2021
Nominal Hours
68
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate bridge inspection units in civil construction. This includes operating a self-propelled or truck-mounted under bridge inspection unit to carry out bridge inspection and maintenance tasks.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of tasks in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to operate a bridge inspection unit
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to operate bridge inspection units and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Confirm and identify requirements for complying with environmental protection safety and traffic management signage requirements
  • 1.6 Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential hazards and risks
  • 1.7 Select plant, tools and equipment required to carry out tasks and check for faults
  • 1.8 Identify, confirm, and locate materials required for work application
2. Check bridge inspection equipment
  • 2.1 Check tyres and rollers for faults
  • 2.2 Carry out start-up procedures according to job requirements
  • 2.3 Check equipment controls and functions, including implements and attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability for serviceability and report any faults
  • 2.4 Check and confirm emergency safety devices
3. Set up bridge inspection unit
  • 3.1 Evaluate work activity and identify the required operating technique according to job and site requirements
  • 3.2 Unfold platform and prepare for use
  • 3.3 Position bridge inspection unit for work application and engage stabilisers to set equipment base level into place according to job requirements
  • 3.4 Place tools, equipment and materials onto platform
  • 3.5 Enter platform
  • 3.6 Attach fall arrest device according to manufacturer and safety requirements
4. Conduct bridge inspection
  • 4.1 Manoeuvre bridge inspection unit to work location and manoeuvre platform into position according to job requirements
  • 4.2 Perform bridge inspection according to job requirements
  • 4.3 Avoid obstacles
  • 4.4 Communicate location adjustment requirements to driver
  • 4.5 Operate controls to return bridge inspection unit to travel position and conduct shutdown sequence according to job requirements
5. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 5.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding according to job requirements
  • 5.2 Carry out and record regular programmed maintenance tasks according to job requirements
6. Conduct clean-up activities
  • 6.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to site requirements
  • 6.2 Clean, check, perform maintenance on and store plant, tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH042 RIICBM304D Operate a bridge inspection unit Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification