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 Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Safety requirements may include: | OHS requirements in accordance with state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan including protective clothing and equipment, use of tools and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, use of First Aid equipment, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances safe operating procedures including recognising and preventing hazards associated with uneven/unstable terrain, trees, bridges, surrounding buildings, obstructions, structures, facilities, dangerous materials, recently filled trenches, other machines, personnel, traffic control, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public recognising hazards and risks including uneven/unstable terrain, trees, fires, overhead and underground services, bridges, buildings, excavations, traffic, embankments, cuttings, structures and hazardous materials emergency procedures including extinguishing fires, organisational First Aid requirements and evacuation |
Materials may include: | bituminous materials (bitumen, cutback bitumen products, emulsions, asphalt, slurries, additives, fluxes, cutters) aggregates SBS modified binders Polymers geo-synthetic products |
Minimisation strategies may include: | temperature control correct product changeover procedures correct mixing/blending procedures avoiding the presence of water in hot bitumen avoiding fumes, exposure to heat, static electricity, fires, burns safe handling of flammable substances |