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

RIIRTM301D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a truck or trailer mounted attenuator

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIRTM301D - Operate a truck or trailer mounted attenuator
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a truck or trailer mounted attenuator when carrying out traffic management activities in Civil construction. It includes planning and preparing, using radio communication, operating and positioning truck or trailer mounted attenuator, using traffic controls, and cleaning up.This unit is appropriate for those working in assistant roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced from the relevant Road Authorities prior to application of the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors; 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.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Plan and prepare to operate the attenuator
  • Access, interpret and apply relevant traffic management / attenuator documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan, vehicle movement plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task
  • Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements
  • Select vehicles, plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults
  • Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements
       
Element: Conduct truck and attenuator pre-operational checks
  • Check attenuator connection with host vehicle, tyres and brakes (trailer mounted) in accordance with trailer mounted attenuator pre-start check
  • Carry out start-up, park and shutdown procedures in accordance with manufacturer's and/or site specific requirements
  • Check truck and attenuator controls and functions, including raising and lowering attenuator, video cameras or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability for serviceability and report or rectify any faults
       
Element: Operate communication devices
  • Adjust communication device such as radio controls for optimum transmission and reception
  • Test and verify (radio) contact between all vehicles and hand held radios
  • Transmit (radio) messages clearly and concisely
  • Check communications contact after nominated period of non-contact
  • Ensure (radio) communication is maintained between vehicles to confirm correct positioning of vehicle
       
Element: Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator
  • Identify site hazards associated with truck or trailer mounted attenuator operations
  • Identify and apply safe operating techniques for truck or trailer mounted attenuator to achieve optimum safety in accordance with national truck or trailer mounted attenuator guidelines
  • Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator to work instructions including closing lanes and working in a mobile / progressively moving work situation
       
Element: Position traffic controls and truck or trailer mounted attenuator
  • Position and check traffic control signs and display on vehicles
  • Display and check vehicle warning lights including arrow boards and/or rotating beacon warning lights
  • Position vehicle according to traffic management plan, and meeting traffic and site safety regulations
  • Ensure traffic is controlled effectively to protect the work crew
  • Move truck or trailer mounted attenuator safely between worksites, observing relevant road rules and traffic management requirements
  • Ensure incidents are recorded and reported as required
       
Element: Carry out operator maintenance
  • Conduct inspection and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and/or organisational requirements
  • Complete required documentation
       
Element: Clean up
  • Ensure work area is clear and dispose of or recycle materials appropriately
  • Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored
       


Evidence Required

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1. Plan and prepare to operate the attenuator

1.1 Access, interpret and apply relevant traffic management / attenuator documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan, vehicle movement plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements

1.4 Select vehicles, plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults

1.5 Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements

2. Conduct truck and attenuator pre-operational checks

2.1 Check attenuator connection with host vehicle, tyres and brakes (trailer mounted) in accordance with trailer mounted attenuator pre-start check

2.2 Carry out start-up, park and shutdown procedures in accordance with manufacturer's and/or site specific requirements

2.3 Check truck and attenuator controls and functions, including raising and lowering attenuator, video cameras or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability for serviceability and report or rectify any faults

3. Operate communication devices

3.1 Adjust communication device such as radio controls for optimum transmission and reception

3.2 Test and verify (radio) contact between all vehicles and hand held radios

3.3 Transmit (radio) messages clearly and concisely

3.4 Check communications contact after nominated period of non-contact

3.5 Ensure (radio) communication is maintained between vehicles to confirm correct positioning of vehicle

4. Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator

4.1 Identify site hazards associated with truck or trailer mounted attenuator operations

4.2 Identify and apply safe operating techniques for truck or trailer mounted attenuator to achieve optimum safety in accordance with national truck or trailer mounted attenuator guidelines

4.3 Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator to work instructions including closing lanes and working in a mobile / progressively moving work situation

5. Position traffic controls and truck or trailer mounted attenuator

5.1 Position and check traffic control signs and display on vehicles

5.2 Display and check vehicle warning lights including arrow boards and/or rotating beacon warning lights

5.3 Position vehicle according to traffic management plan, and meeting traffic and site safety regulations

5.4 Ensure traffic is controlled effectively to protect the work crew

5.5 Move truck or trailer mounted attenuator safely between worksites, observing relevant road rules and traffic management requirements

5.6 Ensure incidents are recorded and reported as required

6. Carry out operator maintenance

6.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and/or organisational requirements

6.2 Complete required documentation

7. Clean up

7.1 Ensure work area is clear and dispose of or recycle materials appropriately

7.2 Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored

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 legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of a truck or trailer mounted attenuator including:

accessing and interpreting the truck or trailer mounted attenuator manufacturer’s instructions

accessing and interpreting workplace documentation, such as job safety analysis or safe work method statements

accessing and interpreting site traffic management plan and safety plan

accessing and interpreting National Guidelines, Code of Practice for truck or trailer mounted attenuators

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the operation of a truck or trailer mounted attenuator that meets all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communication techniques and equipment to convey information to others

using effective, efficient and safe radio communication procedures to ensure safety of work colleagues and road users

participating in pre-work safety meetings, toolbox meetings or similar

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of operating a truck or trailer mounted attenuator that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion, at three (3) different road sites, at least one of which will include working in a mobile/progressively moving work situation including:

operation of the truck or trailer mounted attenuator, according to national guidelines, manufacturer’s instructions, site safety plan, traffic management plan, and environmental protection requirements

conducting truck and attenuator pre-operational checks, including any attachments, and reported any faults

moving and positioning the truck or trailer mounted attenuator to meet manufacturer’s specifications, traffic and site regulations, and traffic management plan requirements

positioning other traffic controls and signs as required in the traffic management plan

carrying out inspection and fault finding on the truck or trailer mounted attenuator as per manufacturer’s instructions and organisational requirements

conducts clean up of work area, and store tools, plant and equipment safely and following organisational requirements

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when operating a truck or trailer mounted attenuator:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

risk assessment and management

statutory compliance

workplace health and safety

site and equipment safety requirements

emergency and environmental issues

response to and contingency plans for impact incidents

quality management

verbal and written communication

National Guidelines and Standards, Code of Practice for Truck and/or Trailer Mounted Attenuators

project traffic management plans

mobile traffic control and general traffic control responsibilities and authorities

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

processes for the calculation of travel speed

civil infrastructure terminology

job safety analysis / safe work method statements

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare to operate the attenuator

1.1 Access, interpret and apply relevant traffic management / attenuator documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan, vehicle movement plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements

1.4 Select vehicles, plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults

1.5 Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements

2. Conduct truck and attenuator pre-operational checks

2.1 Check attenuator connection with host vehicle, tyres and brakes (trailer mounted) in accordance with trailer mounted attenuator pre-start check

2.2 Carry out start-up, park and shutdown procedures in accordance with manufacturer's and/or site specific requirements

2.3 Check truck and attenuator controls and functions, including raising and lowering attenuator, video cameras or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability for serviceability and report or rectify any faults

3. Operate communication devices

3.1 Adjust communication device such as radio controls for optimum transmission and reception

3.2 Test and verify (radio) contact between all vehicles and hand held radios

3.3 Transmit (radio) messages clearly and concisely

3.4 Check communications contact after nominated period of non-contact

3.5 Ensure (radio) communication is maintained between vehicles to confirm correct positioning of vehicle

4. Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator

4.1 Identify site hazards associated with truck or trailer mounted attenuator operations

4.2 Identify and apply safe operating techniques for truck or trailer mounted attenuator to achieve optimum safety in accordance with national truck or trailer mounted attenuator guidelines

4.3 Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator to work instructions including closing lanes and working in a mobile / progressively moving work situation

5. Position traffic controls and truck or trailer mounted attenuator

5.1 Position and check traffic control signs and display on vehicles

5.2 Display and check vehicle warning lights including arrow boards and/or rotating beacon warning lights

5.3 Position vehicle according to traffic management plan, and meeting traffic and site safety regulations

5.4 Ensure traffic is controlled effectively to protect the work crew

5.5 Move truck or trailer mounted attenuator safely between worksites, observing relevant road rules and traffic management requirements

5.6 Ensure incidents are recorded and reported as required

6. Carry out operator maintenance

6.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and/or organisational requirements

6.2 Complete required documentation

7. Clean up

7.1 Ensure work area is clear and dispose of or recycle materials appropriately

7.2 Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply relevant traffic management / attenuator documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm safety requirements from the site safety plan, vehicle movement plan and organisational policies and procedures, and apply to the allotted task 
Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements 
Select vehicles, plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults 
Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements 
Check attenuator connection with host vehicle, tyres and brakes (trailer mounted) in accordance with trailer mounted attenuator pre-start check 
Carry out start-up, park and shutdown procedures in accordance with manufacturer's and/or site specific requirements 
Check truck and attenuator controls and functions, including raising and lowering attenuator, video cameras or other attachments, brakes and manoeuvrability for serviceability and report or rectify any faults 
Adjust communication device such as radio controls for optimum transmission and reception 
Test and verify (radio) contact between all vehicles and hand held radios 
Transmit (radio) messages clearly and concisely 
Check communications contact after nominated period of non-contact 
Ensure (radio) communication is maintained between vehicles to confirm correct positioning of vehicle 
Identify site hazards associated with truck or trailer mounted attenuator operations 
Identify and apply safe operating techniques for truck or trailer mounted attenuator to achieve optimum safety in accordance with national truck or trailer mounted attenuator guidelines 
Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator to work instructions including closing lanes and working in a mobile / progressively moving work situation 
Position and check traffic control signs and display on vehicles 
Display and check vehicle warning lights including arrow boards and/or rotating beacon warning lights 
Position vehicle according to traffic management plan, and meeting traffic and site safety regulations 
Ensure traffic is controlled effectively to protect the work crew 
Move truck or trailer mounted attenuator safely between worksites, observing relevant road rules and traffic management requirements 
Ensure incidents are recorded and reported as required 
Conduct inspection and fault finding in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and/or organisational requirements 
Complete required documentation 
Ensure work area is clear and dispose of or recycle materials appropriately 
Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored 

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