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Evidence Guide: MSL974013 - Monitor performance of structures

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MSL974013 - Monitor performance of structures

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Confirm requirements for monitoring activities

  1. Review job request to confirm the purpose and objectives of monitoring activities with supervising staff
  2. Review emergency plans, site hazards, risk assessments, safe work procedures and environmental requirements, associated with the monitoring activities and site requirements
  3. Review any available data from previous monitoring at the site to identify expected values and any trends in results
  4. Liaise with client to arrange site access, confirm timing and clarify the need for permits, induction training or any other special requirements
  5. Confirm details of monitoring instruments to be used, parameters to be measured and the data formats required by users
Review job request to confirm the purpose and objectives of monitoring activities with supervising staff

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Review emergency plans, site hazards, risk assessments, safe work procedures and environmental requirements, associated with the monitoring activities and site requirements

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Review any available data from previous monitoring at the site to identify expected values and any trends in results

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liaise with client to arrange site access, confirm timing and clarify the need for permits, induction training or any other special requirements

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Confirm details of monitoring instruments to be used, parameters to be measured and the data formats required by users

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepare for monitoring activities

  1. Complete all administrative requirements and obtain appropriate approvals/permits
  2. Make appropriate travel arrangements to and from the site, as required
  3. Assemble all required instruments, equipment and supplies and check that they are fit for purpose
  4. Stow monitoring instruments, equipment and supplies to ensure their safe transport
  5. Liaise with appropriate personnel on arrival at site to ensure safety and minimise disruption to other workers during monitoring
  6. Complete site induction as necessary
Complete all administrative requirements and obtain appropriate approvals/permits

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make appropriate travel arrangements to and from the site, as required

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assemble all required instruments, equipment and supplies and check that they are fit for purpose

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stow monitoring instruments, equipment and supplies to ensure their safe transport

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liaise with appropriate personnel on arrival at site to ensure safety and minimise disruption to other workers during monitoring

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Complete site induction as necessary

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Collect and verify monitoring data

  1. Use barriers and signage to control access to work area in accordance with workplace safety procedures
  2. Perform pre-use checks of instruments and trial measurements to ensure they are operating within specifications
  3. Identify location for monitoring in accordance with work instructions and/or test method
  4. Operate instruments safely and in accordance with work instructions, test method, and/or manufacturer specifications
  5. Take sufficient measurements to ensure that data meets quality requirements
  6. Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions
  7. Recognise and record/photograph details of site conditions that may impact on data quality
  8. Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence
Use barriers and signage to control access to work area in accordance with workplace safety procedures

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Perform pre-use checks of instruments and trial measurements to ensure they are operating within specifications

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify location for monitoring in accordance with work instructions and/or test method

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operate instruments safely and in accordance with work instructions, test method, and/or manufacturer specifications

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Take sufficient measurements to ensure that data meets quality requirements

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recognise and record/photograph details of site conditions that may impact on data quality

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finalise monitoring activities

  1. Remove signage and barriers and reinstate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures
  2. Ensure all data are stored safely before shutdown of instrument/equipment
  3. Clean all instruments and equipment (and vehicle as necessary) to avoid environmental damage, including stormwater run-off and/or transfer of pests
  4. Check that all instruments, equipment and supplies are present and undamaged before re-stowing them for safe transport
  5. Notify appropriate site personnel on completion of monitoring activities and prior to leaving site
  6. On return to base, check serviceability of instruments and equipment before storage
  7. Download data into laboratory/workplace information management system in accordance with workplace procedures
  8. Complete site safety plans, instrument/equipment logs and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures
  9. Notify supervising staff upon completion of activities
  10. Report any significant issues arising from monitoring activities to appropriate personnel
Remove signage and barriers and reinstate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure all data are stored safely before shutdown of instrument/equipment

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean all instruments and equipment (and vehicle as necessary) to avoid environmental damage, including stormwater run-off and/or transfer of pests

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that all instruments, equipment and supplies are present and undamaged before re-stowing them for safe transport

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notify appropriate site personnel on completion of monitoring activities and prior to leaving site

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On return to base, check serviceability of instruments and equipment before storage

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Download data into laboratory/workplace information management system in accordance with workplace procedures

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Complete site safety plans, instrument/equipment logs and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notify supervising staff upon completion of activities

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Report any significant issues arising from monitoring activities to appropriate personnel

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintain a safe work environment

  1. Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others
  2. Minimise environmental impacts of monitoring activities and generation of waste
  3. Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures
Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minimise environmental impacts of monitoring activities and generation of waste

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures

Completed
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Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Confirm requirements for monitoring activities

1.1

Review job request to confirm the purpose and objectives of monitoring activities with supervising staff

1.2

Review emergency plans, site hazards, risk assessments, safe work procedures and environmental requirements, associated with the monitoring activities and site requirements

1.3

Review any available data from previous monitoring at the site to identify expected values and any trends in results

1.4

Liaise with client to arrange site access, confirm timing and clarify the need for permits, induction training or any other special requirements

1.5

Confirm details of monitoring instruments to be used, parameters to be measured and the data formats required by users

2

Prepare for monitoring activities

2.1

Complete all administrative requirements and obtain appropriate approvals/permits

2.2

Make appropriate travel arrangements to and from the site, as required

2.3

Assemble all required instruments, equipment and supplies and check that they are fit for purpose

2.4

Stow monitoring instruments, equipment and supplies to ensure their safe transport

2.5

Liaise with appropriate personnel on arrival at site to ensure safety and minimise disruption to other workers during monitoring

2.6

Complete site induction as necessary

3

Collect and verify monitoring data

3.1

Use barriers and signage to control access to work area in accordance with workplace safety procedures

3.2

Perform pre-use checks of instruments and trial measurements to ensure they are operating within specifications

3.3

Identify location for monitoring in accordance with work instructions and/or test method

3.4

Operate instruments safely and in accordance with work instructions, test method, and/or manufacturer specifications

3.5

Take sufficient measurements to ensure that data meets quality requirements

3.6

Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions

3.7

Recognise and record/photograph details of site conditions that may impact on data quality

3.8

Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence

4

Finalise monitoring activities

4.1

Remove signage and barriers and reinstate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Ensure all data are stored safely before shutdown of instrument/equipment

4.3

Clean all instruments and equipment (and vehicle as necessary) to avoid environmental damage, including stormwater run-off and/or transfer of pests

4.4

Check that all instruments, equipment and supplies are present and undamaged before re-stowing them for safe transport

4.5

Notify appropriate site personnel on completion of monitoring activities and prior to leaving site

4.6

On return to base, check serviceability of instruments and equipment before storage

4.7

Download data into laboratory/workplace information management system in accordance with workplace procedures

4.8

Complete site safety plans, instrument/equipment logs and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures

4.9

Notify supervising staff upon completion of activities

4.10

Report any significant issues arising from monitoring activities to appropriate personnel

5

Maintain a safe work environment

5.1

Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others

5.2

Minimise environmental impacts of monitoring activities and generation of waste

5.3

Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures

Required Skills and Knowledge

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Confirm requirements for monitoring activities

1.1

Review job request to confirm the purpose and objectives of monitoring activities with supervising staff

1.2

Review emergency plans, site hazards, risk assessments, safe work procedures and environmental requirements, associated with the monitoring activities and site requirements

1.3

Review any available data from previous monitoring at the site to identify expected values and any trends in results

1.4

Liaise with client to arrange site access, confirm timing and clarify the need for permits, induction training or any other special requirements

1.5

Confirm details of monitoring instruments to be used, parameters to be measured and the data formats required by users

2

Prepare for monitoring activities

2.1

Complete all administrative requirements and obtain appropriate approvals/permits

2.2

Make appropriate travel arrangements to and from the site, as required

2.3

Assemble all required instruments, equipment and supplies and check that they are fit for purpose

2.4

Stow monitoring instruments, equipment and supplies to ensure their safe transport

2.5

Liaise with appropriate personnel on arrival at site to ensure safety and minimise disruption to other workers during monitoring

2.6

Complete site induction as necessary

3

Collect and verify monitoring data

3.1

Use barriers and signage to control access to work area in accordance with workplace safety procedures

3.2

Perform pre-use checks of instruments and trial measurements to ensure they are operating within specifications

3.3

Identify location for monitoring in accordance with work instructions and/or test method

3.4

Operate instruments safely and in accordance with work instructions, test method, and/or manufacturer specifications

3.5

Take sufficient measurements to ensure that data meets quality requirements

3.6

Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions

3.7

Recognise and record/photograph details of site conditions that may impact on data quality

3.8

Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence

4

Finalise monitoring activities

4.1

Remove signage and barriers and reinstate all disturbed surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Ensure all data are stored safely before shutdown of instrument/equipment

4.3

Clean all instruments and equipment (and vehicle as necessary) to avoid environmental damage, including stormwater run-off and/or transfer of pests

4.4

Check that all instruments, equipment and supplies are present and undamaged before re-stowing them for safe transport

4.5

Notify appropriate site personnel on completion of monitoring activities and prior to leaving site

4.6

On return to base, check serviceability of instruments and equipment before storage

4.7

Download data into laboratory/workplace information management system in accordance with workplace procedures

4.8

Complete site safety plans, instrument/equipment logs and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures

4.9

Notify supervising staff upon completion of activities

4.10

Report any significant issues arising from monitoring activities to appropriate personnel

5

Maintain a safe work environment

5.1

Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others

5.2

Minimise environmental impacts of monitoring activities and generation of waste

5.3

Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures

Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:

safely monitoring civil engineering structures on at least three (3) occasions to measure their performance, confirm design parameters and/or measure the effects of improvements or rehabilitation

liaising effectively with clients and site personnel to arrange for monitoring to be performed safely and efficiently

interpreting and applying work instructions, safety information, test methods and workplace procedures with close attention to detail

confirming requirements and assembling resources for monitoring activities

setting up, operating and troubleshooting monitoring equipment in the field in accordance with test methods and/or workplace procedures

recording and interpreting data in the field accurately

recognising and rectifying obvious errors or unexpected results and troubleshooting common problems

taking appropriate corrective actions, including:

logical checking of equipment setup

checking of calibration, zero error, drift for measuring instrument, data entry/storage and transfer

replacement of batteries, instrument boards/cards, and leads and connectors

careful re-reading of procedures and checklists

repeating measurements

seeking timely advice

estimating/calculating simple scientific quantities, such as stress, strain and pressure

downloading/storing data and site information and reporting results within the required timeframe

working semi-autonomously, demonstrating a professional approach and positive company/organisation image

maintaining security, integrity and traceability of all samples, data/results and documentation

following workplace procedures for minimising environmental impacts, maintaining equipment and for the collection and disposal of waste.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:

purpose and principles of monitoring activities routinely performed in job role and the properties of materials and/or structures being monitored

operating procedures for monitoring instruments and equipment routinely used in job role, including the pre-use checks, function of key components, effects of varying key controls, connections, data acquisition fundamentals and common problems

basic instrument fault identification and rectification procedures

expected measurement values, precision, units, sources of uncertainty and methods for their control

procedures for verifying and recording instrumental data, reporting site observations and results, performing calculations and dealing with unexpected or atypical results and/or equipment problems

procedures for ensuring security, traceability of data and results, and confidentiality requirements

relevant hazards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental management requirements.

Range Statement

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Standards, codes, procedures and/or workplace requirements

Standards, codes, procedures and/or workplace requirements include the latest version of one or more of:

Australian and international standards covering the requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, laboratory safety, quality management and environmental management

national work health and safety (WHS) standards and codes of practice, national measurement regulations and guidelines, and environmental legislation and regulations

standard methods for sampling and testing construction materials, such as soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt

specific codes, guidelines, procedures and methods, such as:

AustRoads test methods and State/Territory Road Authority test methods

National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) documents regarding construction materials testing (Field application document)

workplace documents, such as standard operating procedures (SOPs); quality and equipment manuals; calibration and maintenance schedules; material safety data sheets (MSDS) and safety procedures; material, production and product specifications; production and laboratory schedules; workplace recording and reporting procedures; waste minimisation and safe disposal procedures; maps and site plans

sampling and testing procedures for specific sites, clients and samples

Monitoring activities

Monitoring activities include, but is not limited to, measuring one or more of:

displacement and vibration

pressure and force

temperature

setting time

strain

cracking (visual assessment of road condition)

defect mapping

moisture

water levels

movement of chemical ions through structures

Administrative requirements and appropriate approvals

Administrative requirements and appropriate approvals include:

travel requisitions and insurance

authority for procurement of supplies

use of vehicles and equipment

access permits

Site hazards

Site hazards include, but are not limited to, one or more of:

dust and noise

extreme weather (e.g. sunlight, wind, hail, rain and heat)

manual handling of heavy equipment or materials

crushing, entanglement and cuts associated with moving machinery

vehicular traffic on roads and sites

injuries caused by falling objects and working conditions, such as uneven surfaces, heights, slopes, wet surfaces, trenches and confined spaces

nuclear density/moisture gauges and industrial X-ray equipment

driving vehicles over long distances, in rural or remote areas and over difficult terrain

fatigue

Safe work procedures

Safe work procedures include, but are not limited to, one or more of:

use of site safety plans and MSDS

use of signage, barriers, flashing lights and traffic control

use of PPE, such as hard hats, hearing protection, gloves, goggles, coveralls and safety boots

handling and storing hazardous material and equipment in accordance with labels, MSDS, manufacturer instructions, and workplace procedures and regulations

regularly cleaning equipment and vehicles

following established manual handling procedures

Minimising environmental impacts

Minimising environmental impacts include, but is not limited to, one or more of:

damage from movement of vehicles

disposal of surplus or spent or materials

containing run-off of water

recycling of wastes

compliance with quarantine requirements, including cleaning of vehicles to prevent transfer of pests (e.g. fire ants and seeds) and contaminants

compliance with environmental, cultural and heritage protection requirements

WHS and environmental management requirements

WHS and environmental management requirements include:

· complying with WHS and environmental management requirements at all times, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time

· applying standard precautions relating to the potentially hazardous nature of samples