List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
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 |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the identification, location and protection of underground services including:
selecting and using relevant tools and equipment
communicating effectively to clarify instructions/information
completion of housekeeping activities
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the identification, location and protection of underground services in a way that meets all of the required outcomes:
using a range of communications techniques and equipment
complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
demonstrates completion of identifying, locating and protecting underground services that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
identifying and locating underground services employing appropriate techniques, plant and equipment to search for services and utilities
identifying services and owners of services and utilities
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when identifying, locating and protecting underground services:
accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
identifying and reporting on hazards
using operational tools and equipment safely and effectively
achieving project quality and accuracy
using JSA’s/JSEA/Safe work methods
applying site isolation and traffic control
planning and organising work activities
working with civil construction terminology
identifying types of services/utilities and providers
using construction principles
identifying equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
using safety data sheet and materials handling methods
carrying out operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s 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 this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level