Unit of competency Outline
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Drain and dewater civil construction site
Drain and dewater civil construction site
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIWMG203D
RIIWMG203D
State Code
WH766
WH766
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit develops a participant’s skills and knowledge required to drain and dewater civil construction sites in Civil construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for draining and dewatering
- 1.1 Access, interpret and apply drain and dewatering 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 inspect required plant, tools and equipment and rectify/report any faults
- 1.5 Identify, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements
- 1.6 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
- 1.7 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
2. Position sedimentation control
- 2.1 Position sedimentation controls
- 2.2 Construct sedimentation control barriers
- 2.3 Position geo-fabrics and/or woven wire
3. Remove surface water
- 3.1 Establish temporary drainage systems and drain or divert surface and sub-surface water to the storm water drainage system
- 3.2 Remove slab and site surface water and/or direct to the temporary drainage system
- 3.3 Fill surface holes and depressions
- 3.4 Drain surface water to drainage system using adequate fall
4. Construct sump/wells
- 4.1 Locate sump and/or well at the lowest point to be drained
- 4.2 Construct sumps and/or wells
5. Remove water from sumps/wells, trenches and pits
- 5.1 Install surface or submersible pumps
- 5.2 Locate surface pump as close as practicable to the sump or well
- 5.3 Pump water to temporary drainage system
- 5.4 Disperse discharged water
6. Clean up
- 6.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
- 6.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB552 | RIIWMG203A | Drain and dewater civil construction site | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCX55 | RIIWMG203E | Drain and dewater civil construction sites | Unit of competency |