Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSL973021 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MSL973021 - Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to conduct in situ tests to confirm the acceptability of raw or manufactured, construction materials prior to or after their use. Personnel are expected to be able to work independently and liaise with site personnel to ensure that testing is conducted safely and efficiently. They may transport samples and/or equipment to and from the site, as necessary, and prepare test pieces on-site for later laboratory testing.This unit applies to laboratory personnel working in the geotechnical and construction material testing industry sectors who conduct relatively quick and straightforward control and compliance tests using established test methods. These tests could involve aggregates, concrete, soils, road pavement or other specialised construction materials.The unit could also be relevant to laboratory technicians working in the water/wastewater and trade waste industry sectors.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Testing
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Perform field tests
  • Identify locations for in situ tests in accordance with test method or client instructions
  • Set up, check and operate test equipment safely and in accordance with workplace procedures and test method
  • Perform tests as specified in test method or workplace procedures
  • Take sufficient test measurements to ensure reliable data
  • Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions
  • Recognise and record details of site conditions that may impact on data quality
  • Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence
       
Element: Prepare for field-based acceptance tests
  • Review job request to identify the test method and equipment involved, samples to be collected and/or test pieces to be prepared
       
Element: Identify hazards and workplace safe work procedures associated with the site, samples, test methods and equipment used
       
Element: Confirm site location, access, timing and any special test requirements
       
Element: Assemble all required equipment/materials and check that they are fit for purpose
       
Element: Stow equipment/materials to ensure their safe transport, as necessary
       
Element: Arrange transport to site, as necessary
       
Element: Liaise with appropriate personnel on arrival at site to ensure safety and minimise disruption to other workers during testing/sampling
  • Identify locations for in situ tests in accordance with test method or client instructions
       
Element: Set up, check and operate test equipment safely and in accordance with workplace procedures and test method
       
Element: Perform tests as specified in test method or workplace procedures
       
Element: Take sufficient test measurements to ensure reliable data
       
Element: Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions
       
Element: Recognise and record details of site conditions that may impact on data quality
       
Element: Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence
       
Element: Collect site samples and prepare test pieces
  • Identify locations for sample collection in accordance with test method or client instructions
       
Element: Seek advice if samples cannot be collected or if sampling procedures require modification
       
Element: Obtain required samples and maintain their integrity in accordance with sampling procedures or test method
       
Element: Label all samples to ensure their traceability
       
Element: Recognise and record any information about the sample appearance or site conditions that may impact on sample integrity
       
Element: Prepare required test pieces and organise their safe curing, storage and/or transport in accordance with test method
       
Element: Finalise field testing
  • Re-instate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Clean all equipment (and vehicle as necessary) to avoid environmental damage, including stormwater run-off and/or transfer of pests
       
Element: Check that all equipment/materials are present and undamaged prior to re-stowing them for safe transport, as necessary
       
Element: Notify appropriate site personnel on completion of tests and prior to leaving site
       
Element: Check serviceability of test equipment on return to base, before storage
       
Element: Complete site safety plans, equipment logs and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Maintain a safe work environment
  • Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others
       
Element: Minimise environmental impacts of testing/sampling and generation of waste
       
Element: Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify locations for in situ tests in accordance with test method or client instructions 
Set up, check and operate test equipment safely and in accordance with workplace procedures and test method 
Perform tests as specified in test method or workplace procedures 
Take sufficient test measurements to ensure reliable data 
Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions 
Recognise and record details of site conditions that may impact on data quality 
Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence 
Review job request to identify the test method and equipment involved, samples to be collected and/or test pieces to be prepared 
 
 
 
 
 
Identify locations for in situ tests in accordance with test method or client instructions 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Identify locations for sample collection in accordance with test method or client instructions 
 
 
 
 
 
Re-instate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others 
 
 

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