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Elements and Performance Criteria
Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
assist horizontal directional drilling on at least two occasions, including:fitting and removing bits, reamers and stabilizers as required to and from drill stringlaying out drill string in readiness for tripping or drillingadding and removing drill rod from drill stringinspecting drill rod, bits, threads and associated equipment for damageassisting in the use of guidance or tracking equipmentidentifying and mixing drill fluids.During the above, the candidate must:locate and apply documentation required for assisting horizontal directional drillingimplement the requirements, procedures and techniques for assisting with horizontal directional drilling, including:applying safe manual handling practicesoperating ancillary equipmentwearing personal protective equipment complying with basic vehicle cleaning proceduresinspecting and monitoring equipmentcarrying out operator maintenancework with others to assist horizontal directional drilling that meets required outcomes, including:complying with reporting requirements and procedurescommunicating with others to receive and clarify work instructionscommunicating with others to meet coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities.
Knowledge Evidence