RIIMPO327E — Conduct pipe layer operations

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What an assessment for RIIMPO327E must cover

48 assessable components: 5 elements (24 performance criteria), 19 performance evidence and 3 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan and prepare for pipe layer operations

1.1Access, interpret and apply pipe layer operations documentation
1.2Obtain, interpret clarify and confirm work instructions
1.3Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures
1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
1.5Identify, obtain and implement traffic management signage according to workplace procedures
1.6Select equipment and/or attachments and confirm suitability for work activities
1.7Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for pipe layer, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies
1.8Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity

2 Operate pipe layer in line with establisher requirements

2.1Carry out equipment prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
2.2Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
2.3Drive and operate using pipe layer techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
2.4Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
2.5Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms

3 Attach, carry and place pipe to complete work activity

3.1Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
3.2Position machinery to ensure stable and effective shift of materials according to work requirements
3.3Use lifting gear within safe working load requirements and in line with workplace procedures
3.4Shift pipe and place safely, using hand, audible and communication signals, in line with workplace procedures
3.5Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures

4 Transport pipe layer

4.1Prepare pipe layer for relocation
4.2Move pipe layer safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
4.3Assist loading and unloading machine from float/trailer as required by workplace procedures

5 Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
5.2Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment
5.3Complete and file or distribute documentation

Performance evidence

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations
driving and operating pipe layer and adjusting techniques to suit site conditions
establishing weight of load and ensuring it is within equipment operating capacities
completion of laying a minimum of nine pipe lengths, where the size of the pipes are to be greater than 50% of the authorised working load of the pipe layer machine
completion of operations in level, sloping and broken surface ground conditions
parking and securing equipment
assisting with loading and unloading unit plant type from float/trailer
locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures
select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
carry out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures where applicable
apply safe work practices and identify and report all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues
apply problem solving and troubleshooting techniques
apply pipe layer and attachment operating techniques related to essential tasks
select and use the required tools and equipment
work safely around other machines and personnel
apply methods of changing machine attachments
manage changes in the loads centre of gravity during transportation
use a range of communications techniques and equipment essential to the safe completion of work instruction, including hand, audible and other signals
meet written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures with pipe layer operations

Knowledge evidence

Key policies and procedures, legislation and established requirements for pipe layer operation without attachments, including those relating to: fire, accidents and emergencies; work health and safety, including signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed; site isolation; project quality requirements; maintenance and basic diagnostics; housekeeping activities; recycling materials; chain of responsibility for loading and unloading of equipment
Key factors affecting work activities described in performance evidence above, including: technical capabilities and limitations; equipment specifications; ground conditions; materials characteristics
Key features associated with civil construction works, including: terminology; activity sequences of road construction, earthworks and drainage; basic earthworks calculations; principles of materials technology and materials compaction; drawings and sketches.

Foundation skills

Reading: Identifies and interprets relevant information from workplace procedures, documentation, legislation and regulations
Numeracy: Uses equipment operating capacity schedule to confirm safe weight load limits

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What does an assessment tool for RIIMPO327E need to cover?

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