Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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Assessment Packages

Carry out hand excavation

KHU-CON-0130

Australian Equivalent

CPCCCM2002

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake hand excavation tasks to form excavations for footings and the provision of services. The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Plan and prepare for hand excavation.

0130.E1.O1Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.

0130.E1.O2Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.

0130.E1.O3Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each part of the task.

0130.E1.O4Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.

E2Prepare excavation site and erect safety equipment.

0130.E2.O1Inspect work site to locate above ground services and assess hazards and determine risk controls.

0130.E2.O2Locate service markers or taped areas to ensure underground services are avoided and free from interference.

0130.E2.O3Establish line and depth using site pegs/profiles to mark excavation limits.

0130.E2.O4Establish required signage and barricades and other risk controls.

0130.E2.O5Establish temporary drainage system to divert surface and sub-surface water from excavation.

E3Dig excavations.

0130.E3.O1Dig excavations with hand tools to route, line and depth, following procedures to minimise risk to self and others.

0130.E3.O2Install basic trench/excavation support.

0130.E3.O3Use hand tools to remove loose material from excavation.

E4Check and store tools and equipment.

0130.E4.O1Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal and materials handling.

0130.E4.O2Check, maintain and store tools and equipment and report any faults.