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Prepare work zone traffic management plan
Prepare work zone traffic management plan
Unit of competency
National Code
RIICWD503A
RIICWD503A
State Code
WB076
WB076
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the preparation, documentation and completion of work zone traffic management plans in Civil Construction. It includes the planning for the preparation, undertaking of the preparation, finalisation of the preparation processes and supporting the application of the preparation.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for the preparation of work zone traffic management plans
- 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- 1.2. Identify and confirm the work zone traffic management plan project requirements and information
- 1.3. Prepare a preparation plan which makes best use of the available resources and meets the traffic management plans requirements
2. Undertake the work zone traffic management plan preparation
- 2.1. Interpret and analyse the relevant data and identify the available viable options for the work zone traffic management plan
- 2.2. Interpret and analyse relevant data and recommend the preferred option that best meets the required project outcomes
- 2.3. Complete the detailed plan of the work zone traffic management plan that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required project outcomes
- 2.4. Prepare a cost estimate of the execution of the work zone traffic management plan
- 2.5. Participate in the review of the work zone traffic management plan preparation with peers and stakeholders
- 2.6. Complete the documentation of the work zone traffic management plan preparation
- 2.7. Monitor and coordinate the progress of other team members involved in the preparation process to ensure the effective and efficient completion of the plan
- 2.8. Gain approval of the plan
3. Finalise preparation processes of work zone traffic management plan
- 3.1. Ensure filing of preparation records is completed
- 3.2. Complete and submit preparation cost and other reporting
- 3.3. Participate in performance review of the preparation process
- 3.4. Seek client feedback and contribute to the verification of the plan
- 3.5. Close out all systems
4. Support and review the application of the work zone traffic management plan
- 4.1. Provide clarification and advice to those applying the plan
- 4.2. Review the application of the plan and recommend changes for the continuous improvements of work zone traffic management plans
- 4.3. Contribute to the validation of the plan
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Confirm may include:
consultation with the client
consultation with others within the organisation
consultation with relevant authorities
conducting a risk assessment of the existing and potential hazards
obtaining further site data, including:
known and potential hazards, constraints and conditions
cultural and heritage data
geological data
geotechnical data
hydrological data
survey data
meteorological data
Work zone traffic management plan may include:
any work zone where:
members of the public can interact with construction or delivery personnel, vehicles, plant and equipment;
delivery vehicles can interact with construction personnel, vehicles, plant and equipment
internal to the work zone, where construction personnel, plant and equipment interact
the work zone traffic management plan may need to include the access roads to and from the public roads
Project requirements and information may include:
project specifications
contractual requirements
client's requirements
project site geological data
project site hydrological data
project site engineering survey data
project site cultural and heritage constraints
existing project design and drawings
Australian or other relevant standards
Preparation plan
may include:
human resource requirements
design hardware and software
coordination requirements
scheduling
review requirements
preparation process communication and reporting requirements
Preferred option may include:
cost
site constraints
available resources
risk assessment of:
the existing conditions
the application of the plan
maintainability of the completed works
Detailed plan may include:
calculations, including:
level of service
capacity
construction materials and services quantities
construction cost estimates
selection and specification of traffic management structures and systems, including:
roundabouts
mediums
entry and exit lanes
merging lanes
traffic barriers
lane marking requirements
traffic speed limits
traffic signals or control personnel
warning signs
communication requirements and procedures
drawings
risk assessment of:
the existing conditions
the application of the plan
maintainability of the works
health, safety and environmental requirements
contribution to ancillary documentation, which may include:
preparation notes
construction notes
supplementary drawings
input to the specifications
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Confirm may include:
consultation with the client
consultation with others within the organisation
consultation with relevant authorities
conducting a risk assessment of the existing and potential hazards
obtaining further site data, including:
known and potential hazards, constraints and conditions
cultural and heritage data
geological data
geotechnical data
hydrological data
survey data
meteorological data
Work zone traffic management plan may include:
any work zone where:
members of the public can interact with construction or delivery personnel, vehicles, plant and equipment;
delivery vehicles can interact with construction personnel, vehicles, plant and equipment
internal to the work zone, where construction personnel, plant and equipment interact
the work zone traffic management plan may need to include the access roads to and from the public roads
Project requirements and information may include:
project specifications
contractual requirements
client's requirements
project site geological data
project site hydrological data
project site engineering survey data
project site cultural and heritage constraints
existing project design and drawings
Australian or other relevant standards
Preparation plan
may include:
human resource requirements
design hardware and software
coordination requirements
scheduling
review requirements
preparation process communication and reporting requirements
Preferred option may include:
cost
site constraints
available resources
risk assessment of:
the existing conditions
the application of the plan
maintainability of the completed works
Detailed plan may include:
calculations, including:
level of service
capacity
construction materials and services quantities
construction cost estimates
selection and specification of traffic management structures and systems, including:
roundabouts
mediums
entry and exit lanes
merging lanes
traffic barriers
lane marking requirements
traffic speed limits
traffic signals or control personnel
warning signs
communication requirements and procedures
drawings
risk assessment of:
the existing conditions
the application of the plan
maintainability of the works
health, safety and environmental requirements
contribution to ancillary documentation, which may include:
preparation notes
construction notes
supplementary drawings
input to the specifications
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of work zone traffic management plans that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
consistent successful preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge to apply in undertaking of the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of work zone traffic management plans that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of work zone traffic management plans that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
consistent successful preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge to apply in undertaking of the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of work zone traffic management plans that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the preparation and documentation of work zone traffic management plans
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH195 | RIICWD503D | Prepare work zone traffic management plan | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W700 | RII50409 | Diploma of Civil Construction Management | Qualification |
| J791 | CPC41013 | Certificate IV in Demolition | Qualification |