RIIRTM202E — Position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
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What an assessment for RIIRTM202E must cover
79 assessable components: 7 elements (35 performance criteria), 12 performance evidence and 29 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 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 to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- 1.1Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
- 1.2Access, interpret and apply documentation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- 1.3Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activity
- 1.4Identify, address and report potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
- 1.5Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements
- 1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
2. Transport portable traffic signals
- 2.1Conduct portable traffic signals pre-start check and report or rectify faults as required
- 2.2Prepare portable traffic signals for transportation
- 2.3Confirm trailer is secured to vehicle
- 2.4Connect, manoeuvre and transport portable traffic signals according to job requirements
- 2.5Enter work site according to road and traffic management requirements
- 2.6Park-up and confirm braking system is engaged
- 2.7Check portable traffic signals controls and functions and report or rectify faults as required
3. Position portable traffic signals
- 3.1Position portable traffic signals according to traffic management plan or diagram and traffic and site safety regulations and guidelines
- 3.2Conduct site specific risk assessment
- 3.3Confirm suitable positioning for battery purposes
- 3.4Confirm solar panels have exposure to sunlight where applicable
- 3.5Position portable traffic signals with master unit control box on the non-traffic side of unit
- 3.6Confirm units are level, stable and wheel chocks are applied
- 3.7Confirm portable traffic signals are visible to road users
- 3.8Confirm posted speed limit is correct for operation of portable traffic signals
- 3.9Install required signage according to traffic guidance scheme
- 3.10Initiate portable traffic signals security system
4. Operate communication devices
- 4.1Adjust communication device, including radio controls, for transmission and reception
- 4.2Transmit radio messages according to job requirements
- 4.3Maintain communication device power supply
5. Commissioning portable traffic signals
- 5.1Select, apply and change signal sequence according to job requirements
- 5.2Monitor traffic and confirm minimal delays to road users
- 5.3Seek approval for and make adjustments for changing conditions according to job requirements
6. De-commissioning and remove portable traffic signals from site
- 6.1Conduct shut-down procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
- 6.2Prepare portable traffic signals for transportation
- 6.3Remove portable traffic signals from site according to road rules, site and traffic management requirements
7. Conduct clean-up activities
- 7.1Conduct inspection and fault finding according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
- 7.2Carry out minor routine maintenance according to site requirements
- 7.3Confirm tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
Performance evidence
- position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals on at least two occasions, including:
- transporting and positioning portable traffic signals to meet traffic management plan and site requirements.
- During the above, the candidate must:
- locate and apply relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
- implement the requirements, procedures and techniques to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including:
- identifying, reporting and recording hazards and risks, and recommending control measures
- identifying and applying environmental protection requirements
- carrying out inspection and fault finding as per manufacturer instructions and organisational requirements
- work with others to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals that meets required outcomes, including:
- using communication techniques and equipment to convey information to others
- completing written and verbal reporting requirements
- organising work activities to meet task requirements.
Knowledge evidence
- legislation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- policies, procedures and documentation required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including those relating to:
- emergency response
- work health and safety
- work instructions
- environmental protection
- communication techniques and equipment
- Australian and other relevant standards
- statutory compliance
- site and equipment safety
- traffic control
- risk assessment and management
- road rules and traffic management
- equipment operation and maintenance
- traffic management plans
- traffic guidance scheme
- manufacturer specifications for required plant and equipment
- site requirements
- workplace recording and reporting
- processes for the approval of changes to traffic management plans
- types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of plant and equipment required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals
- principles and techniques required to position, set-up and operate portable traffic signals, including those relating to:
- selecting route
- interpreting traffic management plans and diagrams
- interpreting traffic guidance schemes
- operating a communication device
- towing techniques and equipment
- towing hazards
- inspection of equipment, including fault finding.
Foundation skills
- Self-management: Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during work activities
- Oral communication: Conveys information and instructions to other verbally
- Writing: Completes basic records using sector-specific vocabulary, grammatical structures and conventions
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What does an assessment tool for RIIRTM202E need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIIRTM202E needs to address all 79 unit components: 7 elements with 35 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 29 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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