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Prepare and restore worksite

Prepare and restore worksite

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPNET019
State Code
OBN96
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare and restore worksite.It includes following work instructions, using a range of equipment and tools to prepare a safe worksite and restoring worksite to the required condition.This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff performing a wide range of functions and supporting construction, maintenance and operations processes. Those undertaking this unit would work under appropriate supervision, performing routine tasks, in mostly familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Identify and report potential hazards to public and environment and assess risks
  • 1.2 Determine worksite preparation requirements from specifications, instructions and pre-work inspections
  • 1.3 Perform a worksite check according to legislative and organisational requirements to identify risks and prevent damage to other utilities
  • 1.4 Source and check worksite equipment, tools and materials as appropriate to meet task and safety specifications
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment
  • 1.6 Identify, notify and communicate with customers and stakeholders according to workplace procedures
2 Prepare worksite
  • 2.1 Position safety equipment and materials to prevent potential risks to public and environment
  • 2.2 Store and secure equipment and materials according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Use worksite equipment, excavation equipment, tools and materials according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Drain and divert water flows from worksite to prevent damage to environment
3 Restore worksite
  • 3.1 Backfill and compact excavations according to specifications
  • 3.2 Restore worksite by landscaping, planting and materials
  • 3.3 Remove excess soil, debris and unwanted materials from worksite according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Restore worksite using equipment, tools and materials to meet environmental and workplace procedures
4 Review and report activities
  • 4.1 Tag and report faulty equipment, tools and advise appropriate personnel
  • 4.2 Store equipment, tools and materials according to manufacturer and workplace instructions
  • 4.3 Complete and process workplace records according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVY84 NWPNET002 Prepare and restore work site Unit of competency