MSL975051 — Supervise geotechnical site investigations

1 Plan geotechnical investigation

• 1.1Identify the job, consult with stakeholders and obtain relevant information, including the purpose and scope of the investigation
• 1.2Conduct desktop study of existing site information
• 1.3Inspect the site to determine the characteristics of the project
• 1.4Design inspection, sampling and testing program in accordance with specifications
• 1.5Select human and physical resources required for the job
• 1.6Conduct risk assessment and control risk
• 1.7Brief support personnel on job-specific requirements
• 1.8Ensure ongoing liaison with stakeholders during project

2 Establish on-site operations

• 2.1Consult with project personnel to determine methods of communication, roles, responsibilities and expectations of each party, including identification of potential problems and conflicts
• 2.2Arrange deployment of personnel and resources to site
• 2.3Arrange for the physical location of services, as required, and reconcile test locations

3 Coordinate geotechnical sampling and testing

• 3.1Ensure sampling and testing is conducted in accordance with project requirements
• 3.2Ensure test data and observations are recorded in accordance with workplace practices
• 3.3Review the progress of sampling and testing against the project schedule and provide any feedback to client
• 3.4Review samples and field data and schedule testing
• 3.5Ensure the finalisation of site operations according to project brief or relevant standard

4 Analyse project data and report to client

• 4.1Report test results to site superintendent at specified intervals
• 4.2Analyse project data and provide regular reports to the client using the agreed format

5 Maintain workplace records

• 5.1Record entries on report forms or into a laboratory information management system accurately calculating, recording or transcribing data as required
• 5.2Ensure traceability of sample from receipt to reporting of results

6 Promote a safe work environment

• 6.1Promote the use of safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• 6.2Minimise environmental impacts of testing/sampling and generation of waste
• 6.3Promote the collection and disposal of all waste in accordance with workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for MSL975051 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSL975051 needs to address all 44 unit components: 6 elements with 23 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 20 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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