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Conduct cast in-situ pilings operations

Conduct cast in-situ pilings operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICFW305E
State Code
OCX11
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/06/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct cast in-situ pilings operations in civil construction including establishing locations for piles, boring holes and installing caissons, and setting up, relocating and removing boring rigs.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 conduct in-situ pilings operation
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work instructions
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to conduct cast in-situ pilings operations 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 potential hazards and environmental issues, implement control measures within scope of own role and escalate where required
  • 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. Locate and prepare pile positions
  • 2.1 Establish location for piles from reference points and set out according to job requirements
  • 2.2 Position and confirm operation of plant and related equipment
  • 2.3 Bore hole according to job requirements
  • 2.4 Confirm conformity of caisson according to job requirements
  • 2.5 Install caisson in bored hole according to job requirements
  • 2.6 Prepare caisson to receive concrete
3. Place concrete
  • 3.1 Place concrete into caisson according to job requirements
  • 3.2 Vibrate concrete, removing voids and air pockets
4. Remove boring rig
  • 4.1 Relocate boring rig to next installation operation according to job requirements
  • 4.2 Remove boring rig from site on completion of work according to job and site requirements
5. Conduct clean-up activities
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials accord to site requirements
  • 5.2 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
WH096 RIICFW305D Conduct cast in-situ pilings operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification
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