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Identify, locate and protect underground services

Identify, locate and protect underground services

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICCM202D
State Code
WH078
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
4.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030905 - Building Services Engineering
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to identify, locate and protect underground services in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for identify, locate and protect underground services
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply underground services documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements
  • 1.4 Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify and apply environmental protection requirements
  • 1.6 Obtain and prepare information for search requirements prior to making contact with the service provider (Dial Before You Dig)
  • 1.7 Determine location, alignment direction, level and grade of services and/or utilities from the plans and location details
2. Locate underground services
  • 2.1 Obtain details of services and utilities location from the site owners
  • 2.2 Determine emergency numbers, contact details and procedures for types, and owners, of the services/utilities
  • 2.3 Contact owners of the services/utilities and confirm plans and location details
  • 2.4 Select appropriate plant/equipment, and search for services/utilities on which construction may impact
  • 2.5 Use visual or physical means to search for services and/or utilities prior to commencing construction
  • 2.6 Move, protect and support services/utilities from the construction process in conjunction with the service/utility owner
  • 2.7 Report any damage to services/utilities during activity
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 3.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • 3.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
  • 3.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
  • 3.4 Process written records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB067 RIICCM202A Identify, locate and protect underground services Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBN02 RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services Unit of competency