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Set out conservation earthworks

Set out conservation earthworks

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSAW402
State Code
OCT23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set out standard structures using specialised pegging and marking techniques, for erosion and sediment control earthworks.The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. This includes undertaking a range of routine and non-routine activities and work in known and changing contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret plans and specifications
  • 1.1 Determine overall objective of construction work from plans and in consultation with landholder and surveyor
  • 1.2 Establish earthworks specifications required to achieve desired objectives
  • 1.3 Inspect site for prevailing conditions and identify inconsistency with plan
  • 1.4 Consult surveyor to rectify inconsistencies
  • 1.5 Verify plan according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Identify hazards, assess risks and implement controls according to workplace health and safety procedures
2. Relate plan to site
  • 2.1 Harmonise key data points on plan with matching features on site
  • 2.2 Identify features on site plan to be used for survey work
  • 2.3 Identify and record inconsistencies between site plan and actual site that will affect survey activity
3. Peg project
  • 3.1 Establish layout sequence in consultation with site surveyor
  • 3.2 Measure site dimensions according to plan and specification
  • 3.3 Relay site dimensions from plan to site
  • 3.4 Mark out site construction area and locations using workplace and industry best practice
  • 3.5 Lay out earthworks according to project specifications and specified tolerances
  • 3.6 Advise construction team of layout to preserve site layout integrity
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAS42 AHCSAW401 Set out conservation earthworks Unit of competency