ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for laying and recovery

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the laying and recovering cables and hoses

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements before proceeding

1.3. Access and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work

1.4. Identify, obtain and prepare equipment required for the work as per the plan

2. Perform cable and hose laying and recovery

2.1. Resolve coordination activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.2. Carry out pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures

2.3. Carry out cable and hose laying and recovery by engaging controls to govern speed, direction and tension

2.4. Lay excess cable safely

2.5. Prepare and visually inspect cables for connection, and mark the location

2.6. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

3. Carry out operator maintenance on cable laying equipment

3.1. Carry out equipment inspections and fault-finding

3.2. Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks

3.3. Carry out minor maintenance to manufacturer's instructions and site requirements

3.4. Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks

3.5. Process records

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to lay and recover cables and hoses:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

apply hand-eye coordination

apply diagnostic techniques

use hand tools

apply environmental constraints during cabling operations

apply equipment records maintenance requirements

apply procedures for the disposal of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to lay and recover cables and hoses:

site and equipment safety requirements

types, uses and characteristics of cables and hoses

cable and hose safety

cable and hose laying equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

cable and hose laying and recovery operational and maintenance procedures

maintenance procedures related to cable and hose laying operations

basic geological, geographical and survey data

hazard identification and response procedures

site environmental requirements and constraints related to cabling operations

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for laying and recovering cables and hoses

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the laying and recovering cables and hoses

working with others to undertake and complete the laying and recovering cables and hoses that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of the laying and recovering cables and hoses that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the 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 workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the laying and recovering cables and hoses

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements may be from:

shift briefings

handover details, and/or

work orders

Work requirements may include:

the nature and scope of tasks

achievement targets

locations and routes

equipment/plant allocation (, including any defects)

site lighting arrangements

special arrangements

coordination requirements/issues

Safety information and procedures may include:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

management plans

OHS policy

code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working procedures (or equivalent) including:

boarding and disembarking procedures

avoidance of water

cable handling safety

operational signal procedures

Equipment may include:

cable reeler types including:

modified loaders

trucks

scrapers

cable boat

cabling equipment and functions including:

establishing cable towers

establishing crossovers

working over high wall gantry

operating cable reelers

replacing wheels or drums

using stockings

star pickets

ropes

slings

signs/markers

other equipment including:

vehicles

graders

dozers

Cable and hose laying and recovery may include:

the use of controls and capabilities of allotted equipment and the replacing of wheels or drums on an as required basis