RPL Kit
RPL Kit
AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
RTO No. 41488
1888490108585Noble Training Group
RTO No 41488
U/13, 5 7 Claude Boyd Parade, Corbould Park QLD 4551
Phone: 0400 846 412
00Noble Training Group
RTO No 41488
U/13, 5 7 Claude Boyd Parade, Corbould Park QLD 4551
Phone: 0400 846 412
Table of Contents
TOC o "1-3" h z u 1.The Qualification, Your Experience & RPL4
2.RPL Explained6
3.How to use the RPL Kit74.Overview of the RPL Process84.1Step 1: Self-Assessment & RPL Application94.2Step 2: Interview (Phone)94.3Step 3: Competency Conversation94.4Step 4: Practical Assessment (if required)104.5Step 5: Qualification or Statement/s of Attainment issue:10a)Appeals10b)Support10c)Confidentiality11Self-Assessment Questionnaire19Training Plan21AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems20AHCSLC311 Set out site for construction works24AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features28AHCLSC313 Constuct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding31AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project34AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete37AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project40AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture43AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program45AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvments for garden and turf areas48CPCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry51CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle for footings and slabs on ground54CPCCON3041 Place concrete57CPCCON3042 Finish concrete60CPCCON3043 Cure Concrete63RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations65RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations70RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations73AHCBUS407 Cost a project76AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features78AHCLSC320 Install water features80AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features82Office use only
Date Received Assessor Date sent to Assessor Candidate contacted Date of Interview
Date of Competency Conversation Date of Prac Assess Gap Training req. Final Decision Assessor Signature
The Qualification, Your Experience & RPLWelcome to the Noble Training Group RPL information kit for the qualification. The following units of competency are included in this RPL kit;
Packaging rules
Total number of units required = 17
10Core Units:
AHCDRG305Install drainage systems
AHCLSC311Set out site for construction works
AHCLSC312Construct brick and block structures and features
AHCLSC313Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding
AHCLSC316Implement a paving project
AHCLSC317Construct landscape features using concrete
AHCLSC319Implement a retaining wall project
AHCPCM306Provide information on plants and their culture
AHCPGD307Implement a plant establishment program
AHCSOL304Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
Elective Units:
CPCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCA3028Erect and dismantle for footings and slabs on the ground
CPCCON3041Place concrete
CPCCON3042Finish concrete
CPCCON3043Cure concrete
AHCBUS407Cost a project
AHCLSC318Erect timber structures and features
AHCLSC320Install water feature
AHCLSC321Install metal structures and features
RIIMPO318FConduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
RIIMPO320FConduct civil construction excavator operations
RIIMPO321FConduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
RPL ExplainedRecognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be defined in a number of ways, however all definitions include the key notion that RPL involves the assessment of previously unrecognised skills and knowledge an individual has achieved outside the formal education and training system. RPL assesses this unrecognised learning against the requirements of a qualification, in respect of both entry requirements and outcomes to be achieved.
RPL is essentially an assessment only pathway to obtain formal recognition of the competencies, skills and knowledge that you have acquired and are able to demonstrate through:
Qualifications and accredited training that you have completed that is suitable for direct credit or meets the requirements and outcomes of a qualification or unit of competency;
Informal training you have attended;
Work experience (paid or unpaid work); and
Life experience (voluntary work, hobbies etc).
These elements may be used to demonstrate achievement in a unit/s of competency(s) or qualification without having to attend formal training. Assessment conducted through RPL allows you to receive recognition and credit for the knowledge and skills you have, no matter how and where they were attained.
What matters in the RPL process is that the knowledge and skills you have gained over time help to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the unit/s of competency or qualification for which you are seeking RPL. In this way RPL assessment can result in a Statement of Attainment/s being awarded for singular or multiple units of competency or a full qualification.
You are encouraged to apply for RPL if you believe you possess the skills and knowledge identified in the outcomes of a unit of competency or qualification. The following factors may help you in deciding whether an application will be successful.
Do you possess the underpinning knowledge required as described in the unit?
Can you demonstrate the skills required in the unit?
Can you apply the knowledge and skills in a range of work situations?
Are your knowledge and skills current?
Can you provide evidence of your skills and knowledge?
Remember, to have skills formally recognised, assessors must make sure you have the skills and knowledge to meet the industry standard. This means you must be involved in a careful and comprehensive RPL process that adequately addresses the requirements of all relevant unit/s of competency or qualification/s. Assessment happens in a variety of ways and being prepared can save you valuable time and make the recognition process stress-free for you.
Here are some tips and hints for you:
Be prepared to talk about your job roles and your work history. Update your resume and jot down a few points about where you have worked, either paid or unpaid, and what you did there.
Bring your position description and any performance appraisals you have from any businesses you currently work for or have previously worked in.
Consider the possibilities for workplace contact. Are you in a workplace that is supporting your goal to get qualified? Would you feel comfortable to have the assessor contact your workplace or previous workplaces so your skills can be validated?
Think about who can confirm your skill level. Think about current or recent supervisors who have seen you work in the past 18 months and will be able to confirm your skills. The assessor may need to contact them. You may also have community contacts or even clients themselves who can vouch for your skill level.
Collect any certificates from in-house training or formal training you may have completed in the past.
You can speak with Noble Training Group about other ways you can show your skills in the business sector. These could be letters from employers, records of your professional development sessions, employers or clients in related industries or government agencies, acknowledgements, workplace forms (as long as they dont show client details) or other relevant documents.
How to use the RPL KitPrior to applying for RPL, candidates are required to complete the Self-Assessment form (Attachment 1) to quickly assess their suitability for RPL. If you regularly utilise some or all of the skills within each unit of competency you are encouraged to apply for RPL by filling in the attached enrolment form (Attachment 2) and contacting Noble Training Group to confirm enrolment and payment of fees etc. Once you have been enrolled, a Noble Training Group assessor will be in contact to discuss your application, the process for RPL and a suitable time for an interview to take place.
The enrolment form is divided up into various sections and the information you provide here will assist the assessor to gain a general understanding of the skills and experience that you may have, as well as potential referee contact details.
Overview of the RPL Process-4508519558000
Step 1: Self-Assessment & RPL ApplicationComplete the self-assessment form (Attachment 1) to identify IF your skills and experience will suit an RPL application. Then using the attached evidence portfolio form (Attachment 3), commence collecting a variety of suitable documents to support your RPL application. Some of the documents that may be of assistance include:
General employment documents such as:
CV, resume or work history
Position descriptions from current and previous roles
Formal qualifications, certificates, statements of attainment and results of assessment
Details of in-house courses, in-service, workshops, seminars, orientations or induction that you have completed
Print outs from site based training management systems
References and letters or correspondence from previous employers and supervisors
Third party reports from verified and appropriate people, preferably from the workplace
The evidence portfolio form provides examples of indicative evidence that would be suitable for submission against each unit of competence, although this list is not exhaustive. Often you will need to provide work records that support your evidence demonstrates that YOU have completed the necessary work, such as project files, emails, meeting notes and diary entries etc.
These documents may or may not provide sufficient evidence to make a judgement of competence in the requirements of the UOC or Qualification and it is up to the assessor to critically assess their relationship to the UOC or qualification.
Step 2: Interview (Phone)The Noble Training Group assessor allocated to your application will contact you and provide some initial assistance to enable you to gather the required evidence. When gathering your evidence to support your RPL application, try to collect enough evidence to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in the unit for which you are seeking recognition. This is your first opportunity, but not your last to provide proof of your variety of experience in the industry. The lists noted above provide you with some guidance on the types of documents that will support your RPL application.
During your initial interview with the assessor, they will discuss with you the evidence you have collected thus far and assess how this evidence relates to the units of competency. In between this interview and the competency conversation you will have more time to gather further evidence to support your RPL application. One example is the 3rd party validation form (Attachment 4) that requires you to nominate and notify two or three referees that have seen you performing the required skills. The assessor will contact the nominated individuals and conduct a very short interview that is similar to a referee report performed when you apply for a new job. A copy of this form (Attachment 4) is included so you can get an idea of the types of questions that will be asked.
Step 3: Competency ConversationThis component of your RPL process involves meeting with the assessor (face-to-face is preferred) to both review your RPL application and demonstrate your competence in the unit/s of competency via a competency conversation. The assessor may tape the conversation (with your permission) to provide a record of the discussion.
The questions that will be asked relate directly to the requirements of the specific unit/s of competency. The interview is conducted in an informal fashion and is not an examination. During the competency conversation the assessor will provide you with prompts if required and will assist you as needed.
To prepare for the interview it is advisable that you review the essential knowledge requirement of the unit/s of competency so that you will have an idea of the topics to be discussed.
Step 4: Practical Assessment (if required)If at the conclusion of the above steps, you have not been able to fully address all the required areas it may be necessary for you to undergo a practical demonstration. The practical demonstration allows you another opportunity to demonstrate competence. It is expected the practical assessment will comprise only those competencies that you have been unable to gain competency in after the documentary review and competency conversation has occurred. Assessing through demonstration, observation and live questioning, particularly in the on the job environment, will speed up and streamline the RPL assessment process.
If at the conclusion of steps 1 through 4 the candidate is still unable to demonstrate all required competencies it will be necessary to have the candidate undertake an accelerated assessment process or alternatively refer the candidate to a training provider.
Note: Requirement for gap training / accelerated assessment
Not all candidates will have skill/knowledge gaps.
If a candidate has skills gaps, a pathway to complete training in the outstanding units can be negotiated to assist the client to gain the full qualification or required UOC. This can take the form of an accelerated assessment process or referral to a training provider.
Step 5: Qualification or Statement/s of Attainment issue:Once all RPL requirements have been completed the RPL process can be finalised and the assessor will make a judgement on whether or not you have achieved competency. If successful, you will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the unit/s of competency or qualification in which you are enrolled. If unsuccessful you will be offered a further pathway to achieve competency that will be managed on an individual needs basis. This will generally be in the form of an accelerated assessment process or a link to a suitable training program to address any gaps in your knowledge or skills. There may be additional costs associated with this process and your assessor will advise you if this is the case.
Appeals
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your RPL application, you may submit an appeal against the assessment decision. The appeals process is outlined in the Noble Training Group Student Information Handbook and further information is available through the Noble Training Group office.
SupportIf you encounter difficulties or require support/guidance whilst undertaking the RPL process, please contact Noble Training Group Administration or your assessor.
Confidentiality
It is important that you do not disclose sensitive information when you submit your evidence. If the evidence could be considered sensitive, you should:
Obtain authorisation for use;
Enclose sensitive documents in an envelope and mark the envelope Private and Confidential; and/or
If there is confidential information that cannot be included, advise the assessor and make arrangements for it to be sighted by an assessor.
After your evidence has been assessed, it will be retained by Noble Training Group in accordance with our Records Management Policy and our obligations under the AQTF 2007 Essential Standards for Registration.
Attachment 1: Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Candidate Name: ` Date Completed: 18/10/2023
Please identify your level of experience in each competency.
The following are CORE Units.
Do you regularly; I perform these tasks RPL Sought
Frequently Sometimes Never Install drainage systems FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Set out site for construction works FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Construct brick and block structures FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Implement a paving project FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Construct landscape features using concrete FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Implement a retaining wall project FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Provide information on plants and their culture FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Implement a plant establishment program FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
The following are ELECTIVE Units.
(Note: Additional Units are available from this qualification on request)
Appy WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry. FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Erect and dismantle for footing and slabs on ground FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Place concrete FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Finish concrete FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Cure concrete FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Cost a project FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Erect timber structures and features FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Install water features FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Install metal structures and features FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Conduct civil construction excavator operations FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX FORMCHECKBOX
REVIEW, FEEDBACK AND DISCUSSIONCandidate name: John Antoun
Date of discussion: Summarise the discussion with the candidate about their experience, current qualifications and any professional development undertaken relevant to this qualification.
Summarise the discussion with the candidate about the review of their self-assessments and whether they are suitable/not suitable for RPL for each unit.
Summarise the discussion with the candidate about evidence requirements.
Summarise any other topics discussed with the candidate.
Further actions:
Assessor Name: Assessor Signature:
Applicant Name: Applicant Signature:
Third Party/Professional Referee Discussion RecordRecord your discussions with the third-party person and/or professional referee.
Referees Details/Third Party Person 1
Name: Position: Relationship to Candidate: Contact Details: Date of Discussion: Details of Discussion:
Referees Details/Third Party Person 2
Name: Position: Relationship to Candidate: Contact Details: Date of Discussion: Details of Discussion:
APPLICANT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY FORMName, Address and Phone number of Employers Period of Employment
(DD/MM/YYYY) Position Held Full Time Part-time Casual Description of Major Duties
From To 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach additional sheet if required
If you are including documents in your application, please provide a brief description below
Document Description
(e.g. resume, photos, awards etc) Office Use Only Assessor to use this section to align documents to specific units of competency and identify key questions for competency conversation
Declaration
I declare that the information contained in this application is true and correct and that all documents are genuine.
Candidate Signature Date 18.10.2023
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME SUMMARY
Units Method () Result Sign off by assessor
RPL Training None Outcome:refer to legend Date Assessor Initials
CORE: AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction works AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features AHCLSC313 Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas ELECTIVE CPCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, polices and procedures in the construction industry CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle for footings and slabs on ground CPCCON3041 Place concrete CPCCON3042 Finish concrete CPCCON3043 Cure concrete AHCBUS407 Cost a project AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features AHCLSC320 Install water features AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction excavator operations RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations APPLICATION SELF ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
Candidate Name: John Antoun
Date Completed: 19.10.2023
Indicate what experience you have in the following units.
No Unit Code Unit Title I have performed these tasks
Frequently Sometimes Never
1 AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems Yes 2 AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction works Yes 3 AHCLSC312* Construct brick and block structures and features Yes 4 AHCLSC313 Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding Yes 5 AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project Yes 6 AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete Yes 7 AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project Yes 8 AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture Yes 9 AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program Yes 10 AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Yes Elective: 5
1 CPCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Yes 2 CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle for footings and slabs on ground Yes 3 CPCCON3041* Place concrete Yes 4 CPCCON3042* Finish concrete Yes 5 CPCCON3043* Cure concrete Yes 6 AHCBUS407 Cost a project Yes 7 AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features Yes 8 AHCLSC320 Install water features Yes 9 AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features Yes 10 RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations Yes 11 RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations Yes 12 RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations Yes TRAINING PLAN
Use this page if skills gaps are identified during the RPL process and a plan is needed to provide training to achieve a full qualification or unit of competency. Document which units the plan applies to, how the candidate will participate in training and how assessments will be completed.
Once completed, provide this information to the office for quoting purposes.
Training Plan
Candidate name:
Relating to units:
Training Plan
Attachment 3: Detailed Evidence PortfolioThis is a detailed checklist of indicative evidence for each Unit of Competency to support the development of your evidence portfolio. Please tick each box relevant to the evidence you are submitting. The indicative evidence is not exhaustive, if you have other evidence that meets the requirements of the Unit of Competence identify as other evidence and provide an explanation.
Core Units - Evidence for the following 10 core units must be indicated and supplied.
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems Prepare for drainage system installation activities
Coordinate installation work
Prepare the site for installation of drainage system
Undertake installation of drainage system
Complete installation of drainage system
Competency: AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Model Answers
Explain how to prepare for drainage system installation activities.
Explain how to schedule work tasks in a sequential timely and effective manner
Explain how to prepare the site for installation of a drainage system
Explain how you would undertake installation of a drainage system
Explain how you would complete the installation of a drainage system
1. Conduct a site assessment to determine drainage needs and regulatory requirements.
2. Create a detailed drainage system design and procure the necessary materials.
3. Ensure safety protocols and gear for the installation team.
4. Prepare the construction site by clearing obstacles and marking utility lines.
5. Plan excavation, installation, backfilling, and post-installation testing and maintenance.
1.Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, create a timeline, and allocate resources efficiently to ensure each task flows smoothly from start to finish.
1. Clear and Excavate: Begin by clearing the site of any obstacles, debris, or vegetation that may obstruct the installation. Excavate trenches or holes according to the design specifications, ensuring proper dimensions and slopes.
2. Utility Checks:Contact local utility companies to locate and mark underground utilities, like water, gas, and electrical lines, to avoid accidental damage during excavation and installation. Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report
Video photographic evidence (optional)
Prepare for drainage system installation activities
Coordinate installation work
Prepare the site for installation of drainage system
Undertake installation of drainage system
Complete installation of drainage system
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction work Plan and prepare work
Locate and mark out position of construction works
Establish benchmark for construction works
Take and verify site levels
Complete work
Competency: AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction work Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How do you plan and prepare your worksite?
How do you locate and mark out position of construction works
Establish a suitable benchmark for construction works, according to site plans or specifications
Describe appropriate procedures to follow if a leveling instrument is not accurate
Explain how you would record site set out activities according to workplace procedures.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Locate and mark out position of construction works
Establish benchmark for construction works
Take and verify site levels
Complete work
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction work Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Construct structure or feature
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How do you plan and prepare to work on a brick and block structure?
How do you set out and prepare the site to build a brick and block structure?
How do you construct a brick and block structure or feature?
What procedure do you follow to inspect the quality of finished works to ensure standard of finished structure or feature has been achieved?
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Construct structure or feature
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC313 - Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Prepare stone for installation
Construct stone structures or features
Install stone cladding
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC313 - Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How do you plan and prepare to work on stone structures and features, and install stone cladding.
How do you set out and prepare the site for working on stone structures and features, and installing stone cladding.
How do you prepare the stone for installation?
Explain how to construct a stone structure or feature.
Explain the procedure for ensuring quality of work and for cleaning up the work site.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Prepare stone for installation
Construct stone structures or features
Install stone cladding
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC313 - Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project Prepare for a paving project
Set out and prepare the site
Implement paving project
Install stone paving
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How do you prepare for a paving project?
How do you set out and prepare the site for a paving project?
Explain how to implement a paving project?
Explain how to install stone paving.
Explain the procedure for ensuring quality of work and for cleaning up the work site.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Prepare for a paving project
Set out and prepare the site
Implement paving project
Install stone paving
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Mix and pour concrete
Finish concrete
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How do you plan and prepare to work on landscape features using concrete?
How do you set out the site to construct landscape features using concrete?
Explain how to correctly mix and pour concrete
.Explain the steps to finish concrete
Explain the procedure for ensuring quality of work and for cleaning up the work site.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Mix and pour concrete
Finish concrete
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project Prepare for a retaining wall project
Set out and prepare the site
Construct a retaining wall
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Response Model Answers
Explain how to prepare for a retaining wall project.
What are the important steps when setting out site for a retaining wall project.
Explain the steps in constructing a retaining wall
Explain the procedure for ensuring quality of work and for cleaning up the work site
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Prepare for a retaining wall project
Set out and prepare the site
Construct a retaining wall
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture Identify client issues or requirements
Identify preferred solution
Provide information or preferred solution
Competency: AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
What is the best way to identify client issues or requirements?
Explain how to develop recommendations, using available in-house and online reference material, product information, and own experience.
Explain cultural requirements for the plant or recommended solution, and possible outcomes to the client
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Identify client issues or requirements
Identify preferred solution
Provide information or preferred solution
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program Prepare to establish a planting area
Prepare the planting area
Undertake planting operation
Review the plant establishment works
Complete establishment works
Competency: AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Explain how to prepare to establish a planting area
Explain how to prepare the site according to site plan
Explain how to undertake planting operation
Explain how you would review the plant establishment works
Explain how you would complete plant establishment works
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Prepare to establish a planting area
Prepare the planting area
Undertake planting operation
Review the plant establishment works
Complete establishment works
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Prepare and collect soil samples for testing
Determine physical characteristics of sample
Determine chemical characteristics of sample
Prepare soils for planting or replanting
Competency: AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Explain how to prepare and collect soil samples for testing
Explain how you would determine the physical characteristics of a sample
Explain how you would determine the chemical characteristics of a sample
How would you prepare soils for planting and replanting?
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Prepare and collect soil samples for testing
Determine physical characteristics of sample
Determine chemical characteristics of sample
Prepare soils for planting or replanting
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Identify and assess risks.
Identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites.
Plan and prepare for safe work practices.
Apply safe work practices
Follow emergency procedures
Competency: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry. Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Explain how to identify and assess risks on the worksite.
Explain how to identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites.
How do you plan and prepare for safe work practices.
How do you apply safe work practices.
Explain how to follow emergency procedures
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Identify and assess risks.
Identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites.
Plan and prepare for safe work practices.
Apply safe work practices
Follow emergency procedures
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground Plan and prepare
Erect formwork
Strip formwork and prepare for reuse
Clean up
Competency: CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
What equipment did you prepare and what preliminary work did you conduct prior to erecting formwork?
Provide a breakdown of the procedures you followed to erect and strip formwork for a small set of standard steps?
For the same project, how did you calculate the mass of wet concrete to ensure the formwork was rigid enough?
Explain the steps you would take to clean up a worksite after concreting
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare
Erect formwork
Strip formwork and prepare for reuse
Clean up
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
CPCCON3041 Place Concrete Plan and prepare to place concrete
Prepare location for concrete placement
Receive concrete
Carry out concrete placement activities
Clean up
Competency: CPCCON3041 Place Concrete Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
How have you planned for, received and dispatched concrete on previous projects?
W hat procedures have you followed to place concrete and how did you finish the work?
Explain the procedure for receiving concrete.
Explain how you would finish concrete and clean-up worksite.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare
Erect formwork
Strip formwork and prepare for reuse
Clean up
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
CPCCON3041 Place Concrete Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
CPCCON3042 Finish Concrete Plan and prepare to finish concrete
Apply concrete finishing techniques
Clean up
Competency: CPCCON3042 Finish Concrete Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
W hen finishing concrete what methods have you applied and what equipment have you used?
What are some examples of finishing techniques that you would use to complete a job.
How would you clen up a worksite after completing a job.
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare to finish concrete
Apply concrete finishing techniques
Clean up
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
CPCCON3042 Finish Concrete Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
CPCCON3043 Cure Concrete Plan and prepare to cure concrete
Carry out concrete curing activities
Clean up
Competency: CPCCON3043 Cure Concrete Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
What procedures have you followed when curing concrete?
How would you carry out concrete curing activities?
How would you clean up after curing concrete?
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare to cure concrete
Carry out concrete curing activities
Clean up
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
CPCCON304 Cure Concrete
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
RIIMPO318F - Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations Plan and prepare for skid steer loader operations
Operate skid steer loader in line with established requirements
Load, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Select, remove, fit and use attachments for a skid steer loader
Prepare to relocate the skid steer loader
Conduct housekeeping activities
Competency: RIIMPO318F - Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations Conversation Required? Yes No
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Questions Model Answers
How would you monitor project quality requirements?
Briefly describe the civil construction activity sequences of road construction, earthworks and drainage.
Briefly explain the process of carrying out pre-start procedures.
Identify 3 ways in which you could coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity.
How can you establish the weight load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine?
You will be required to select appropriate attachments in accordance with safe working load requirements. Identify 8 examples of attachments you may need to select.
What are 5 important considerations that should be made in regards to positioning machinery to ensure stability and locate to effectively shift materials
Generally speaking, what is the process for removing and fitting attachments?
Identify 6 actions you may take whilst preparing the skid steer loader for relocation.
Monitoring project quality requirements may include tasks such as (but not limited to):
Reviewing engineering plans against site constraints.
Reviewing the construction work completed against pre-determined quality criteria; such reviews should be completed as a routine part of your day-to-day work, and formal reviews may also be completed by the engineers who planned the underpinning, the organisations managers or the buildings owner/s, etc.
Checking the quality of materials, tools and equipment used in the project against pre-determined quality criteria; quality materials, tools and equipment are necessary if a quality outcome is to be achieved in any construction job.
Checking the training and certifications of those completing the project.
Completing hazard and risk assessments, as described later in this unit.
Ensuring dimensions, tolerances, standards of work and materials are as detailed in the project documentation and meet the clients satisfaction.
Answers may vary, however should refer to the following information:
Road construction:
Road construction typically progresses through the following sequence of activities: permission for the road construction is sought and obtained from relevant authorities survey crews and engineers will conduct preparatory works (e.g. setting reference points, conducting soil density testing, etc.) materials are ordered and delivered, and workers hired the site is set out surface vegetation will be removed any required underground utility works (e.g. water pipes, sewerage pipes, electrical cables, etc.) are completed the site is levelled and compacted using a skid steer loader, wheeled front end loader or skid steer loader a base layer of gravel is laid, and levelled and compacted using a skid steer loader layer/s of asphalt are laid, and levelled and compacted using a skid steer loader other site works are completed (e.g. installing concrete curbs, landscaping, line-marking, etc.) final clean up occurs the road is opened to the public.
Earthworks and drainage
Earthworks / drainage typically progresses through the following sequence of activities: permission for the earthworks / drainage project is sought and obtained from relevant authorities survey crews and engineers will conduct preparatory works (e.g. setting reference points, conducting soil density testing, etc.) materials are ordered and delivered, and workers hired the site is set out surface vegetation will be removed excavation takes place using a wheeled front end loader or skid steer loader temporary shoring is installed to support the excavated area, if required drainage installation and other required construction activities take place the shoring is removed and the excavation back-filled using a wheeled front end loader or skid steer loader the site is levelled and compacted using a skid steer loader, wheeled front end loader or skid steer loader final clean up occurs the area is opened to the public OR the next sequence of construction activities commences.
Answers will briefly explain the following:
Remember: when checking machinery, you should consider checking the attachment (i.e. the bucket hydraulics); fuel, oil, brake fluid and coolant; key parts of the engine (e.g. the battery); belts, hoses, chains and cables; air filters; testing switches (e.g. safety switches to prevent unexpected engine starts); covers and guards; and any connecting, hitching and towing points, etc. The specific pre-start checks you should perform for a particular piece of machinery will be detailed in the manufacturers instructions, and it is essential that you are familiar with these.
When checking a skid steer loader in particular, you should ensure an approved protective roll-over structure (e.g. a roll cage) is in place; tyre condition and pressures (for rubber-tyred units) and the condition and tension of the tracks (for tracked units); and the complex steering mechanisms for correct function. You should also check that the seat is adjusted to the correct position to suit yourself, that safety belts are operational, that mirrors are clean, that you know the function of all the levers and gages in the cabin, and that excessive fumes are not able to enter the cabin, etc.
Answers will provide the following examples:
Holding a pre-construction meeting with all stakeholders involved in the project, to ensure all parties are clear about the projects objectives and constraints, and about the expected sequence in which the project will progress
Discussing with the other machine operators how you will work together to fulfil your duties / responsibilities on the project, in a way which fits in with the broader project sequence and also produces an efficient, high-quality job
Meeting regularly with the team to re-sequence activities if unexpected delays or disruptions occur, where possible, to help the project remain on track
Answers will briefly explain the following:
All skid steer loaders in operation in Australia must have manufacturers instructions which specify their safe working loads.
Knowing how much a load weighs can be complex for example, could the skid steer loader you are using safely lift and move with a car body, a bucket-load of damp soil, or a pallet of construction material, etc.? As you progress in your building and construction career, you will learn how to estimate the weight of an item or substance considering: (1) the type of material it is made from, and (2) its volume in metres cubed (m3). As you are learning, the internet provides an important source of information on the estimated weights of certain items and substances.
Answers will provide the following 8 examples:
A dozer blade.
A multipurpose 4:1 bucket.
Sweepers and sweeper collectors.
Hole diggers, or augers.
Breakers.
Pallet forks.
Compactors.
Trenchers, or chain diggers.
Answers will provide the following 5 examples:
Machinery should be positioned on ground which is flat and level (where possible).
The ground should be dry; otherwise, the machine risks becoming bogged.
Buckets should never be overfilled, or lifted high when the machine is moving.
There should be adequate room to allow the machine to manoeuvre with its load in such a way that it does not risk overbalancing and overturning.
Machines should be positioned squarely in front of the load they are lifting.
Answers will briefly explain the following:
Generally, however, removing and fitting skid steer loader attachments involves a process of: unlocking the nuts which connect the attachment to the skid steer loader adjusting the attachment up or down as required, to ensure it is positioned on the correct angle re-tightening the nuts to lock the attachment in place. Nuts are generally loosened and tightened using a spanner, or a similar tool. On some machines, fine adjustments may be made using a tool called a set bolt.
Answers will provide the following 6 examples:
You may prepare a skid steer loader for relocation in a number of different ways:
By removing any attachments used in the project, if required.
By washing the skid steer loader and its attachments (e.g. using a high-pressure water sprayer), and leaving the attachments out to air and dry.
By tidying the cabin of the machine (e.g. sweeping the floor, removing rubbish, etc.).
By refuelling the machine, if required, so that it is ready for its next task. At this stage, it is also recommended that you check the coolant and engine oil.
By inspecting the machine for faults, and carrying out scheduled maintenance; these processes will be described in detail in a later section of this unit.
By loading and unloading the machine from a float or trailer
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare for skid steer loader operations
Operate skid steer loader in line with established requirements
Load, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Select, remove, fit and use attachments for a skid steer loader
Prepare to relocate the skid steer loader
Conduct housekeeping activities
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
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RIIMPO318F - Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations Plan and prepare for excavator operations
Operate excavator in line with established requirements
Lift, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Select, remove, fit and use attachments for an excavator
Prepare to relocate the excavator
Conduct housekeeping activities
Competency: RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Give three (3) examples of compliance documentation you should read before using an excavator. Compliance documentation tells you the rules and regulations you need to follow.
How do you park and shutdown an excavator?
List at least nine (9) pre-operational checks you should do on an excavator.
Answer may include:
Occupational Health and Safety Acts (OHS)
Codes of practice
Regulations
OperatorsmanualSite procedures
AS 2598-1995 Earth-moving machinery
Bucket and all attachments on ground In neutral
Park brakeon Level surface
Answer mayinclude:
Tyre condition and pressure (if fitted)
Track condition and tension (if fitted)
Make sure all wheel nuts are tight
Fuel gauge
Transmission oil
Oil, fluid and water leaks
Engine oil
Power steeringoilCoolant level
BatteryelectrolytelevelsAir tank
Air filter indicator
Check the air tank (if fitted) and drain condensation
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare for excavator operations
Operate excavator in line with established requirements
3. Lift, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Select, remove, fit and use attachments for an excavator
Prepare to relocate the excavator
Conduct housekeeping activities
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations Plan and prepare for wheeled frontend loader operations
Operate front end loader in line with established requirements
Attach, secure, lift, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Prepare to relocate the frontend loader
Conduct housekeeping activities
Competency: RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Give three (3) examples of compliance documentation you should read before using a loader. Compliance documentation tells you the rules and regulations you need to follow.
How do you park and shut down a front-end loader?
List at least nine (9) pre-operational checks you should do on a front-end loader. Answer may include:
Occupational Health and Safety Acts(OHS)
Codes of practice
Regulations
Operators manual
Site procedures
AS 2598-1995 Earth-moving machinery
Bucket and all attachments on ground
In neutral
Park brake on
Level surface
Answer may include:
Tyre condition and pressure
Make sure all wheel nutsare tight
Fuel gauge
Transmission oil
Oil, fluid and water leaks
Engine oil
Power steering oil
Coolant level
Battery electrolyte levels
Air tank
Air filter
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare for wheeled frontend loader operations
Operate front end loader in line with established requirements
Attach, secure, lift, carry and place materials to complete work activity
Prepare to relocate the frontend loader
Conduct housekeeping activities
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
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RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCBUS407 Cost a project Determine resources required for the project
Calculate individual itemised costs of the project
Prepare a summary of the cost of the project
Competency: AHCBUS407 Cost a project Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Mention three appropriate tools and equipment for calculation and documentation of project cost
How to calculate unit and total cost for each resource item
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Determine resources required for the project
Calculate individual itemised costs of the project
Prepare a summary of the cost of the project
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
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AHCBUS407 Cost a project
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features Plan and prepare work
Set out the site and prepare the profile and footings
Prepare and cut timber components
Assemble and erect structure
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Mention five Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to erect timber structures
Explain how to maintain and store tools and equipment
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out the site and prepare the profile and footings
Prepare and cut timber components
Assemble and erect structure
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
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AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features loader operations
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC320 Install water features Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Install water features and accessories
Check Quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC320 Install water features Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out and prepare the site
Install water features and accessories
Check Quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
Results RPL or NYC Date Assessor Name Assessor Signature
AHCLSC320 Install water features
Unit of Competency Unit of Competency Elements
AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features Plan and prepare work
Set out the site for the structure
Prepare and cut metal components
Assemble and erect structure
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Competency: AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features Conversation Required? Yes No
Questions Student Responses Model Answers
Essential:
Required Activities Observation Third party report Video photographic evidence (optional)
Plan and prepare work
Set out the site for the structure
Prepare and cut metal components
Assemble and erect structure
Check quality of work and clean-up site
Legend: S/I = Sufficient/Insufficient
Additional Comments
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AHCLSC321 Install metal structures and features
