Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
UNIT SM 1
Area of competence
This unit is designed to demonstrate competence in following the health and safety duties required in the workplace within the scope of the
relevant Health and Safety legislation and organisational requirements. This unit covers not only your own workplace but that of your customers.
The unit requires the individual to have an appreciation of perceived risks in the workplace and know how to respond appropriately.
The unit describes the competences required to ensure that your own actions do not create any health and safety risks; that you do not ignore
perceived risks in your workplace and that you respond appropriately, including reporting situations which pose a danger to people in the
workplace and seeking advice.
The individual will need to show that they understand the health and safety requirements and policies in the workplace, and that they check their
own working practices and work area for any risk and can respond appropriately.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures, emergency
Hazard - Something with potential to cause harm
Hazards and risks - The use and maintenance of machinery or equipment, the use of materials or substances, working practices which may not
conform to laid down policies, unsafe behaviour, accidental breakages and spillages, environmental factors
Organisational policies - The use of safe working methods and equipment, the safe use of hazardous substances, smoking, eating, drinking,
drugs, what to do in the event of an emergency, personal presentation
Personal presentation - This includes: personal hygiene; use of personal protection equipment; clothing and accessories suitable to the
particular workplace
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Risk - The likelihood of a hazard’s potential being realised
Workplace - The single or multiple areas in which you carry out your work and where your work may impact upon others
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Identify the hazards and risks in the workplace
Reduce the risks to health and safety in your workplace
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Identify the hazards and risks in the workplace
Performance Criteria
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Correctly name and locate the persons responsible for health and safety in the workplace
Identify which organisational policies are relevant to working practices
Identify those working practices in your work activities which could harm yourself or other persons
Identify those potential hazards and risks in the workplace and respond to them in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Identify the appropriate procedures for reporting to the persons responsible for health and safety in the workplace those potential hazards and
risks
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Agreed working policies relating to controlling hazards and risks to health and safety
Responsibilities for health and safety in their work activities
The responsible persons to report health and safety matters to
Legal duties for health and safety in the workplace as required by the relevant legislation
What hazards and risks may exist in the workplace
The particular health and safety hazards and risks which may be present in their own work activities and the precautions they must take
The importance of being aware of changing circumstances in the working environment which may introduce potential hazards and risks
The importance of dealing with or promptly reporting hazards and risks
The requirements and guidance on the precautions
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1.2
Reduce the risks to health and safety in your workplace
Performance Criteria
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Follow the most recent organisational policies for your work activities
Carry out work activities in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Respond appropriately to hazards and risks
Ensure your conduct and personal presentation in the workplace does not endanger the health and safety of yourself or other persons in
accordance with approved procedures and practices
Follow the organisational policies and suppliers’ or manufacturers’ instructions for the safe use of equipment, materials and products
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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The specific organisational policies covering your work activities
The suppliers’ and manufacturers’ instructions for the safe use of equipment, materials and products
Safe working practices for their own work activities
The importance of personal presentation in maintaining health and safety in the workplace
The importance of personal conduct in maintaining the health and safety of themselves and others
Their responsibility for responding to hazards and risks in accordance with approved procedures and practices
How to make suggestions for reducing risks to health and safety within your work activities to the responsible persons
How to report any differences between organisational policies and suppliers’ or manufacturers’ instructions as appropriate
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Communicate information
UNIT SM 2
Area of competence
This unit is for the individual to demonstrate competence in receiving, using and reporting information, and liaising with customers.
Terms used within the standards
Customers - Domestic, non-domestic, internal, co-operative, non co-operative
Information - Relevant to system, other information
Method of communication - Verbal, written, displayed
Proposed work- Installation, repair, maintenance
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Receive, record and transmit information
Liaise with customers
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2.1
Receive, record and transmit information
Performance Criteria
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Establish and confirm the accuracy and meaning of received information
Validate the source of received information
Ensure information recorded in appropriate documentation is complete, accurate and legible in accordance with relevant company procedures
Select a method of communication for transmitting information from those available, to meet the needs of the receiver
Ensure the receiver confirms accuracy and meaning of transmitted information in accordance with relevant company procedures
Resolve information inaccuracies and receiver misunderstandings in a timely manner
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Potential barriers to accurate reception and recording of information
Importance of accuracy
Information, relevance, assessment and use
Potential problems with information transmission
Action to be taken in the event of failure of transmission method
Particular requirements when dealing with information relating to notifiable diseases, emergencies and accidents
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Liaise with customers
Performance Criteria
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Ensure information on proposed work is accurate and meets the needs of customers
Communicate changes in work programmes clearly, accurately and promptly to customers
Ensure the method of communication is appropriate to the type and volume of information
Deal with requests for information in a timescale which is acceptable to customers
Deal with customers in accordance with relevant company procedures on customer care
Customer communications which are outside the responsibility of the job holder are assigned in accordance with relevant company
procedures
7. Complete and disseminate records of customer contact in accordance with relevant company procedures
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Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Employer’s customer care policies
Undertaker’s rights and obligations
Employer’s standards of service
Legal background to public/private sewers
Sources of additional information
Implications of presenting a poor public image
7. Implications of giving incorrect or inaccurate information
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Monitor asset using CCTV equipment
UNIT SM 3
Area of competence
This unit is designed to demonstrate competence in using CCTV equipment. Before using CCTV equipment, the individual should make sure it is
working properly and adjust it for best performance. The individual should be able to interpret what they see on the screen, report their findings
appropriately, and contact the appropriate person to deal with problems outside the scope of their job.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures
Equipment - Cameras; screens; system controls; recorders; lights
Records - Records that you need to make of: incidents; equipment; tapes; duties; access
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Prepare to monitor asset using CCTV equipment
Monitor CCTV camera images and report findings
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3.1
Prepare to monitor asset using CCTV equipment
Performance Criteria
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Ensure the CCTV equipment is working properly in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Adjust the equipment and system controls to get the best performance
Investigate any faults in system performance and report them to the appropriate person
Carry out tape changeovers in a way that minimises recorder downtime
Organise your work area so that you can work efficiently and safely
Make sure your monitor screens are clean to maximise clarity of image
Complete the required records completely, legibly and within required timescales
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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The risks associated with confined spaces and the associated procedures
Regulations and codes of practice relating to using CCTV equipment
The operational instructions and procedures you should follow when preparing to monitor areas using CCTV equipment
How to confirm that the equipment is working and what to do if it is not
Health and safety guidance relating to the use of visual display units
How to adjust and use the equipment and system controls to get best performance
The terminology used with CCTV equipment and usage
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Monitor CCTV camera images and report findings
Performance Criteria
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Use CCTV systems and equipment in line with operating instructions and in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Recognise activities or incidents that should be recorded in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Control and use systems to their full operational ability
Interpret and report findings to the appropriate person
Identify problems outside the scope of the job holder and report to the appropriate person
Record work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
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Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Current legislation, regulations and codes of practice relating to using CCTV equipment
The area of coverage of each camera being used
The capabilities and limitations of systems and equipment being used
How to use systems to get their best performance
How to maintain effective and efficient working relationships with others
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Restore sewers and ancillaries to an appropriate condition
UNIT SM 4
Area of competence
This unit is for the individual to demonstrate competence in restoring the function of sewers and ancillaries. This can be on a planned basis or in
response to notification of a malfunction of the system.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures
External factors - Weather, traffic, access, safety, working environment, environmental issues
Faults and damage - Major structural damage, serious blockage, flooding, danger to public health, pollution
Sewers and ancillaries - Sewers, drains, ancillaries, un-powered and electrically isolated ancillaries
Specification: Tools and equipment; maintenance of sewers and ancillaries; verification and testing
Temporary arrangements - Flow diversion, temporary pumping, isolation to protect work area
Verify and test - Visual inspection, performance test
Waste materials - Silt, roots, sewer debris
Work activities - Rodding, jetting, clean and disinfect, simple maintenance
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for work activities
Conduct work activities to restore sewers and ancillaries to an appropriate condition
Identify and report condition of sewers and ancillaries outside the scope of the job holder
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4.1
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for work activities
Performance Criteria
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Locate accurately the position of sewers and ancillaries requiring remedial action in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Select an appropriate water supply in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Establish remedial action requirements in accordance with relevant technical procedures
Ensure information, plant, tools and equipment are appropriate for remedial action
Notify individuals and organisations affected by remedial actions in accordance with relevant company procedures
Report problems outside the scope of the job holder in accordance with relevant company procedures
Identify and report external factors which prevent the job being carried out at the present time
Identify the risks associated with confined spaces, and the associated control measures
Record work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
Ensure work activities conform with approved procedures and practices at all times
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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The risks associated with confined spaces and the associated procedures
Sources of information relevant to the activity and how to interpret it
The correct procedures for obtaining and using a water supply
How to distinguish between public and private sewers
Materials, tools and equipment requirements for remedial action
The most suitable choice of materials and equipment given the nature of the work activity, and its potential impact on the environment
Alternative methods of remedial action
Reporting procedures
The likely impact of work activities on others
Potential hazards associated with sewage including trade effluents, uncontrolled discharges into the system, and other hazardous objects
Dangers from vermin and the associated control measures
The risks associated with confined spaces and the associated control measures
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4.2
Conduct work activities to restore sewers and ancillaries to an appropriate condition
Performance Criteria
1. Check condition of tools and equipment used for remedial action in accordance with approved procedures and practices and manufacturer’s
specification
2. Report defects and deficiencies in tools and equipment in accordance with relevant company procedures
3. Prepare tools and equipment in accordance with approved procedures and practices
4. Carry out work activities in accordance with approved procedures and practices at all times
5. Dispose of waste materials in accordance with approved procedures and practices
6. Verify and test maintained sewers and ancillaries in accordance with approved procedures and practices
7. Record and report work activities and outcomes in accordance with relevant company procedures
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Tools and equipment needs for remedial action
Alternative methods for remedial action
The risks associated with manual handling and the appropriate control measures
Reporting procedures for defects to tools and equipment
Implications of inadequate remedial action
Problems that may be encountered during remedial action and ways in which they can be mitigated
Responsibilities for health and safety in their work activities
Potential hazards associated with sewage including trade effluents, uncontrolled discharges into the system, and other hazardous objects
Dangers from vermin and the associated control measures
Procedures for disposal of waste materials
The types of sewerage systems and flow variations
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4.3
Identify and report condition of sewers and ancillaries outside the scope of the job holder
Performance Criteria
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Identify faults and damage outside the scope of the job holder
Report faults and damage in accordance with relevant company procedures
Recommend possible temporary arrangements to protect the operation and condition of sewers and ancillaries, properties and the
environment in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Ensure records of faults and damage are accurate and legible, and are reported in accordance with relevant company procedures
Ensure work activities conform with approved procedures and practices at all times
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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How to identify faults and damage
Recording and reporting procedures
Types of temporary arrangements and methods of procurement
Effects of influents on sewer condition
Implications of flooding and pollution
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Carry out inspection and operational maintenance of sewers and
ancillaries
UNIT SM 5
Area of competence
This unit is for the individual to demonstrate competence in carrying out inspections and operational maintenance on sewers and ancillaries.
Operational maintenance is taken to mean straightforward activities on sewers, un-powered and electrically isolated ancillaries such as cleaning
and lubrication.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures
External factors - Weather, traffic, access, safety, working environment, environmental issues
Faults and damage - Major structural damage, serious blockage, flooding, danger to public health, pollution
Inspection - Visual inspection, performance test
Inspection and maintenance requirements - Visual inspection, performance test, operational checks, lubrication
Operational maintenance - Operational checks, lubrication, cleaning
Sewers and ancillaries - Sewers, drains, ancillaries, un-powered and electrically isolated ancillaries
Temporary arrangements - Flow diversion, temporary pumping, isolation to protect work area
Tools and equipment - Cutting equipment, hand tools, inspection equipment, cleaning equipment
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for inspection and maintenance
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Carry out inspection and maintenance of sewers and ancillaries
Identify and report condition of sewers and ancillaries outside the scope of the job holder
5.1
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for inspection and maintenance
Performance Criteria
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Locate position of sewers and ancillaries requiring inspection, rectification or repair in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Select an appropriate water supply in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Establish inspection and maintenance requirements of sewers and ancillaries in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Ensure materials, tools and equipment are appropriate for work activities
Notify individuals and organisations affected by work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
Report defects and deficiencies outside the scope of the job holder in accordance with relevant company procedures
Identify and report external factors which prevent the job being carried out at the present time
Record work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
Ensure work activities comply with approved procedures and practices at all times
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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The risks associated with confined spaces and the associated procedures
Identification of the condition of sewers and ancillaries
The correct procedures for obtaining and using a water supply
Maintenance requirements of sewers and ancillaries
Maintenance methods
Inspection methods
Reporting procedures
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5.2
Carry out inspection and maintenance of sewers and ancillaries
Performance Criteria
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Prepare tools and equipment in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Carry out inspection and operational maintenance (4) of sewers and ancillaries in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Report outcomes of work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
Carry out inspection of maintained components in accordance with approved procedures and practices and relevant technical specification
Identify the risks associated with confined spaces, and the associated control measures
Ensure work activities comply with approved procedures and practices at all times
Record and report work activities and outcomes in accordance with relevant company procedures
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Preparation procedures for inspection and operational maintenance
The correct procedures for the use of tools and equipment
The risks associated with manual handling and the appropriate control measures
Reporting procedures
Implications of inadequate inspection and operational maintenance for the operation of the system
Interpretation of results from verification and testing
Technical specifications for: tools and equipment; operational maintenance procedures; verification and testing
The risks associated with confined spaces and the associated control measures
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Identify and report condition of sewers and ancillaries outside the scope of the job holder
Performance Criteria
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Identify faults and damage outside the scope of the job holder
Faults and damage are reported in accordance with relevant company procedures
Recommend possible temporary arrangements to protect the operation and condition of sewers and ancillaries, in accordance and approved
procedures and practices
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Ensure records of faults and damage are accurate and legible and are disseminated in accordance with relevant company procedures
Ensure work activities comply with approved procedures and practices at all times
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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How to identify faults and damage
Recording and reporting procedures
Implications of not correctly recording and reporting faults and damage
Types of temporary arrangements and methods of procurement
Effects of influents on sewer condition
Implications of flooding and pollution
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Locate and avoid supply apparatus and sub-structures
UNIT SM 6
Area of competence
This unit is designed for the individual to demonstrate competence in locating and avoiding supply apparatus and sub-structures by using
appropriate search and detection methods, keeping updated records, identifying and avoiding risks of damage to services and danger to
personnel, and following safe work practices. Supply apparatus in the context of this unit relates to supply apparatus for utilities and other
agencies.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Environmental, organisational, regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment,
relevant company procedures and risk assessments
Codes of Practice - Statutory, regulatory
Search techniques - Electronic location equipment, trial holes, visual, use of drawings
Supply apparatus and sub-structures - Include the supply apparatus for utilities and other agencies, above ground services, built structures, the
natural environment
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Identify, mark and confirm location of supply apparatus and sub-structures
Maintain the safety and integrity of supply apparatus and sub-structures
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6.1
Identify, mark and confirm location of supply apparatus and sub-structures
Performance Criteria
1. The extent of the work site is identified from the work instructions and plans
2. Position and type of supply apparatus and sub-structures are accurately identified from records, surface evidence and search techniques, and
marked on the work site in accordance with work instructions and relevant Codes of Practice
3. Risks of damage to supply apparatus and sub-structures are identified and clearly marked in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
4. Positions and types of supply apparatus and sub-structures are recorded in accordance with instructions and organisational requirements
5. Deviations in the position of equipment and identification of other structures are reported in accordance with instruction and organisational
requirements
6. Details of position and type of supply apparatus and sub-structures are communicated to relevant personnel in accordance with instruction and
organisational requirements
7. Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred to an authorised person
8. Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Typical locations and depths of the usual range of underground supply apparatus and sub-structures.
Methods of marking underground supply apparatus
The type of hazard associated with different supplies and actions to take in the case of damage
The persons/organisations to be notified in the case of damage to supply apparatus or sub-structures
Methods of marking out for excavation work to ensure the accurate location of the required excavation
The outcomes of incorrect marking out of the excavations, including costs, loss of time, and material wastage
The importance of protecting supply apparatus exposed during excavation work
Methods of providing appropriate temporary and permanent support for supply apparatus exposed during site excavations
The main sources of legislation relating to highways operations in the proximity of other supply apparatus
Methods of visually locating and identifying underground supply apparatus and sub-structures, including markers, signs and features, and the use
of existing records
Principles of operation and method of use of electronic detection equipment
How to interpret the results of electronic detection equipment readings
The possible effects of external influences on electronic detection equipment readings
The situations in which it would be appropriate to use trial holes to locate underground supplies and sub-structures
Regulations governing the location of supply apparatus where this exposes other services
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16. Main industry procedures and practices for confirming the location and marking of supply apparatus and sub-structures, including environmental,
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organisational, regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, relevant company procedures and risk
assessments within the remit of the candidate’s responsibility
Roles and responsibilities of the various organisations and cross sectors involved in the work activity and how to liaise effectively with them
Main responsibilities of the employer and employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act
Legislation governing work in excavations
Safe procedures for handling the range of location equipment and hazardous materials
Accident recording and reporting procedures
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Maintain the safety and integrity of supply apparatus and sub-structures
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The position and condition of supply apparatus and sub-structures within the work site are maintained in accordance with their specification and
relevant Codes of Practice
Working practices within the work site avoid damage to supply apparatus and sub-structures, any damage is identified and reported promptly to
the authorised person
Exposed supply apparatus and sub-structures are supported correctly, safely and securely, relevant to their specification and in accordance with
approved procedures
Appropriate precautions are taken to protect personnel and equipment from the consequent effects of damage to supply apparatus and substructures in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Damage to supply apparatus and sub-structures are reported promptly to the appropriate authority and the area made safe, in accordance
with approved procedures and practices
Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred to an authorised person
Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
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Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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For each item of supply apparatus to be located, the key physical properties of the supply pipeline or component – size (diameter), colour,
material and its resistance to impact from excavation activities, methods of identification of supply apparatus for utilities and other agencies
and sub-structures
The physical properties of the contents of the medium being carried by the supply apparatus, ignition characteristics, density relative to air,
electrocution etc
The risks associated with maintaining the safety and integrity of supply apparatus and sub-structures
For each of the supplies within the range the possible effects of damage to the supply apparatus and sub-structures
Implications of damage to the supply apparatus which could include personal danger to the health or life of the operatives, or to others on site
The implications of damage to the supply apparatus which could include damage to the environment
The implications of damage to the supply apparatus which could include additional job costs in repair and delay to job progress
How regulations identified in the Street Works Act apply to the job in hand
The importance of providing adequate support for supply apparatus and sub-structures
The possible outcomes of leaving exposed supply apparatus and sub-structures unsupported, including supplies for utilities and other
agencies
Methods of adequately supporting exposed supply apparatus and sub-structures
Main requirements of legislation relating to the precautions to be observed during supply location works, including statutory and regulatory
provisions
Main industry procedures and practices for maintaining the integrity of supply apparatus and sub-structures including environmental,
organisational, regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, relevant company procedures and risk
assessments within the remit of the candidate’s responsibility
The roles and responsibilities of persons within the highways operations team
Site management structures for highways operations
The importance of referring to appropriate persons, problems that are outside the area of the candidate’s responsibility
Procedures for reporting and recording job progress, problems, deviations to work programmes
Main responsibilities of the employer and employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act
Legislation governing work in excavations
Safe procedures for handling the range of equipment used in maintaining the integrity of service apparatus and sub-structures
Safe procedures for handling hazardous materials
Accident recording and reporting procedures
The range and use of personal protective equipment
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Prepare resources and segregate the area for highways works
UNIT SM 7
Area of competence
This unit is designed for the individual to demonstrate competence in interpreting instructions, plans and specifications in preparing resources and
segregating areas for highways works. Organisation of work resources, safe and secure storage of equipment and materials, and protection of
personnel, property and the works through appropriate signs, lighting and guarding.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures, emergency, operational
Category of works - Pedestrian and vehicular traffic control system
Codes of Practice - Statutory, regulatory including New Roads and Street Works Act
Equipment - Hand tools, powered tools and equipment for excavation and re-instatement
Materials - Materials in the context of the work activity; quality and quantity of work materials
Protection equipment - Signs, lights, guards, portable traffic signals
Traffic control equipment - Give and take signs, priority signs, stop/go boards, portable traffic signals
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Determine site and resource requirement for the highways works
Install signs, lights and guarding requirements for work on the highway
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7.1 Determine site and resource requirement for the highways works
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The area for highways works is located and confirmed according to instructions and specified requirements
Work is planned to minimise disruption and inconvenience to others and is in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Materials and equipment are selected to meet the planned works requirement in accordance with the work instructions and specifications
Shortages and defects of materials and equipment are reported in accordance with operational and organisational procedures
The area for the highways works is set out in accordance with the specified requirement
Any hazards and risks are identified and appropriate action taken to provide for the safety of the work area and the natural environment
Materials and equipment supplies are confirmed as correct for the work requirement, in accordance with instructions and organisational
procedures
Materials and equipment in storage are maintained in a condition appropriate for their use, in accordance with operational and organisational
requirements
Security of materials and equipment is maintained in accordance with instruction and organisational requirements
Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are re
Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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Main industry procedures and practices for the determination of site and resource requirements, including environmental, organisational,
regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, relevant company procedures and risk assessments within
the remit of the candidate’s responsibility
The roles and responsibilities of persons within the highways operations team
Site management structures for highways operations
The importance of referring to appropriate persons, problems that are outside the area of the candidate’s responsibility
Procedures for reporting and recording job progress, problems, deviations to work programmes
The characteristics of materials encountered in excavation work including paving, sub-surface and general materials
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8.
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10.
11.
The range of equipment used in excavation and reinstatement work, including hand and powered tools, and motorised equipment
Maintenance requirements for the range of hand and power tools used in highways works
The importance of confirming that the work location has been correctly identified
The types of information contained in written instructions, specifications, and drawings
The key requirements of an effective site layout
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17.
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21.
Common hazards in highways works and appropriate safety precautions, and methods of prevention
Methods of dealing with emergencies
The range of safety equipment in accordance with highways operations
The main requirements of safety legislation governing highways works
Materials posing a health hazard and safe handling methods
Personal protective equipment for use in highways operations
Lifting and handling techniques appropriate to the materials, tools and equipment used in highways works
Main requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act for highways operations
Main responsibilities of employer and employees engaged in highways operations
Employer responsibilities for providing a safe place of work, including appropriate safety equipment
7.2
Install signs, lights and guarding requirements for work on the highway
Performance Criteria
Safety and security requirements for the area of the highways works are identified from the work instructions and specifications and in
accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
2. Plans for the highways works make satisfactory provision for the protection and traffic control requirements surrounding the work activity and
provision for access and movement of work vehicles and personnel
3. The type of carriageway and category of works are accurately identified in accordance with organisational requirements and relevant Codes of
Practice
4. Setting out and erection procedures for the protection equipment are carried out in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
5. The positioning and condition of the protection equipment are confirmed as satisfactory to the work requirement and in accordance with the
relevant Codes of Practice
6. Traffic control equipment is positioned, adjusted, maintained and controlled to the work requirement in accordance with relevant Codes of
Practice and appropriate to the progress and changes of the work activity
7. Defective and damaged equipment is reported to the appropriate person
8. Removal of protection equipment and traffic control equipment is in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
9. Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred to an authorised person
10. Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
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Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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The main sources of information on statutory requirements for the control of highways works
The types of signs, lights, and guard equipment
The types of traffic control equipment including warning signs, priority signs, stop/go boards, and portable traffic signals
The importance of checking and reporting defects in signs, guards, lighting, and traffic control systems and ensuring that defective equipment
is taken out of use
The design and purpose of each of the signs used for protecting highways works
The statutory positioning requirements of protection equipment including signs, lights, guards, and traffic controls relative to the different
highways environments and conditions
The types of guards used to protect highways works and their positioning requirements relative to the work
The types and positioning of lighting required for highways works
The main road classifications, including single and dual carriageways
The design, operation, and maintenance requirements for traffic controls including warning signs, priority signs, stop/go boards, and portable
traffic signals
Traffic control requirements for highways works in different road conditions
Correct procedures/sequences for implementing traffic control equipment in different work locations
Correct procedures for moving traffic controls as work progresses
The importance of ensuring that regular checks are made to update signing, lighting, guarding, and traffic control arrangements as
requirements change with work progress
The importance of regular maintenance and cleaning of signs and lights during the course of highways works
Statutory requirements and recommendations for the signing, lighting, and guarding of highways works on single and dual carriageways
The range and purpose of personal protective equipment used during highways works
The importance of checking and reporting defects in personal protective equipment
Main industry procedures and practices for the determination of site and resource requirements, including environmental, organisational,
regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, relevant company procedures, and risk assessments within
the remit of the candidate’s responsibility
The actions to take in the event of an accident or emergency on the highway
Procedures for summoning the emergency services
Persons/organisations with whom it is necessary to liaise on highways operations
Main responsibilities of the employer and employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act
Safe procedures for handling the range of signing, guarding, and lighting equipment used for highways works
Safe procedures for handling hazardous materials
Accident reporting and recording procedures
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Prepare resources and segregate the area for site works
UNIT SM 8
Area of competence
This unit is designed for the individual to demonstrate competence in interpreting instructions, plans and specifications in preparing resources and
segregating areas for site works. Organisation of work resources, safe and secure storage of equipment and materials, and protection of
personnel, property and the works through appropriate site protection in accordance with the site operations.
This unit is not suitable for candidates who carry out work on highways only.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures, emergency, operational
Equipment - Hand tools, powered tools and equipment for excavation and re-instatement
Materials - Materials in the context of the work activity; quality and quantity of work materials
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Determine site and resource requirements for the site works
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8.1
Determine site and resource requirements for the site works
Performance Criteria
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11.
The area for site works is located and confirmed according to instructions and specified requirements
Work is planned to minimise disruption and inconvenience to others and is in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Materials and equipment are selected to meet the planned works requirement in accordance with the work instructions and specifications
Shortages and defects of materials and equipment are reported in accordance with operational and organisational procedures
The area for the site works is set out in accordance with the specified requirement
Any hazards and risks are identified and appropriate action taken to provide for the safety of the work area and the natural environment
Materials and equipment supplies are confirmed as correct to the work requirement, in accordance with instructions and organisational
procedures
Materials and equipment in storage are maintained in a condition appropriate to their use, in accordance with operational and organisational
requirements
Security of materials (2) and equipment is maintained in accordance with instruction and organisational requirements
Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred to an authorised person
Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
Main industry procedures and practices for the determination of site and resource requirements, including environmental, organisational,
regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, relevant company procedures, and risk assessments within
the remit of the candidate’s responsibility
2. The roles and responsibilities of persons within the on-site operations team
3. Site management structures for on-site operations
4. The importance of referring to appropriate persons, problems that are outside the area of the candidate’s responsibility
5. Procedures for reporting and recording job progress, problems, deviations to work programmes
6. The importance of confirming that the work location has been correctly identified
7. The types of information contained in written instructions, specifications, and drawings
8. The key requirements of an effective site layout
9. The characteristics of materials encountered in excavation work including paving, sub-surface and general materials
10. The range of equipment used in excavation and reinstatement work, including hand and powered tools, and motorised equipment
11. Maintenance requirements for the range of hand and power tools used in site works
12. Common hazards in site works and appropriate safety precautions, and methods of prevention
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14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
Methods of dealing with emergencies
The range of safety equipment in accordance with site operations
The main requirements of safety legislation governing site works
Materials with a health hazard and safe handling methods
Personal protective equipment for use on site operations
Lifting and handling techniques appropriate to the materials, tools and equipment used in site works
Main requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act for site operations
Main responsibilities of employer and employees engaged in site operations
Employer responsibilities for providing a safe place of work, including appropriate safety equipment
Accident reporting and recording procedures
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Assist in preparing resources and segregating the area for highways works
UNIT SM 9
Area of competence
This unit is designed for the individual, working under supervision, to demonstrate competence in interpreting instructions, in preparing resources
and segregating areas for highways works; organisation of work resources, safe and secure storage of equipment and materials, and protection of
personnel, property and the works through appropriate site protection in accordance with the site operations.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures, emergency, operational
Codes of Practice - Statutory, regulatory including New Roads and Street Works Act
Equipment - Hand tools, powered tools and equipment including signing for excavation and re-instatement
Materials: Materials in the context of the work activity; quality and quantity of work materials; materials to include backfill and sub-courses
Protection equipment - Signs, lights, guards, portable traffic signals
Traffic control equipment - Warning signs, priority signs, stop/go boards, traffic signals
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Determine site and resource requirements for highways works
Install signs, lights and guarding requirements for work on the highway
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Determine site and resource requirements for highways works
Performance Criteria
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2
3
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5
6
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The area for highways works is located and confirmed according to instructions and specified requirements
Shortages and defects of materials and equipment are reported in accordance with operational and organisational procedures
The area for the highways works is set out in accordance with the specified requirement
Any hazards and risks are identified and appropriate action taken to provide for the safety of the work area and the natural environment
Materials and equipment supplies are confirmed as being correct for the work requirement, in accordance with instructions and organisational
procedures
Security of materials and equipment is maintained in accordance with instruction and organisational requirements
Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
The main materials encountered in excavation work including paving, sub-surface and general fill materials
The range of hand and powered tools used for excavations and reinstatement
Maintenance requirements for the range of hand and power tools used for excavation and reinstatement
The importance of confirming that the work location has been correctly identified from verbal instructions
The key requirements of an effective and safe work area
Common hazards in excavation and reinstatement work and appropriate safety precautions
Methods of dealing with emergencies in excavations
The range of safety equipment in accordance with highways operations
Materials posing a health hazard and safe handling methods
Personal protective equipment for use in highways operations
Lifting and handling techniques appropriate to the materials, tools and equipment
Main industry procedures and practices for the determination of site and resource requirements including; environmental, organisational,
regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, and relevant company procedures, within the remit of the
candidate’s responsibility.
13. The roles and responsibilities of persons within the highways operations team
14. Job control structures for site operation
15. The importance of referring to team leaders problems that are outside the area of the candidate’s responsibility
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2.
3.
4.
5.
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17.
18.
19.
20.
Procedures for reporting and recording job progress, problems and deviations to work programmes to the immediate team leader
Main Health, Safety and Environment responsibilities of employer and employee engaged in highways operations
Employer responsibilities for providing a safe place of work, including appropriate safety equipment
Responsibility of employee for safety of self and others
Procedures for reporting and recording accidents
9.2
Install signs, lights and guarding requirements for work on the highway
Performance Criteria
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Safety and security requirements for the area of the highways works are identified from the work instructions and specifications and in accordance
with relevant Codes of Practice
Setting out and erection procedures for the protection equipment are carried out in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
The positioning and condition of the protection equipment are confirmed satisfactory to the work requirement and in accordance with the relevant
Codes of Practice
Traffic control equipment is positioned, adjusted, maintained and controlled to the work requirement in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
and appropriate to the progress and changes of the work activity
Defective and damaged equipment is reported to the appropriate person
Removal of protection equipment and traffic control equipment is in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice
Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
1. The actions to take in the event of an accident or emergency on the highway
2. Procedures for summoning the emergency services
3. The range and purpose of personal protective equipment used during highways works
4. The importance of checking and reporting defects in personal protective equipment to the team leader
5. The purpose of equipment used for protecting highways works, including signs, lights, guards and portable traffic signals
6. The different types of traffic control equipment including warning signs, priority signals, stop/go boards, portable traffic lights
7. The types of guards used to protect highways works and their positioning requirements relative to the work
8. How to operate/position, under supervision, traffic controls including warning signs/priority signals, stop/go boards, portable traffic lights
9. How to follow instructions from the team leader to ensure the correct sequences for erection and dismantling of traffic control arrangements.
10. The importance of cleaning signs and lights in the immediate work area during the course of highways works
11. The types of protection equipment including signs, lights, guard and traffic control equipment
12. The types of traffic control equipment including give and take signs, priority signs, stop/go boards, and portable traffic signals
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13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
The importance of checking and reporting defects in signs, guards, lighting, and traffic control systems to the team leader
The importance of complying with team leader’s safety and procedural instructions
Main responsibilities of the employer and employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act
Safe procedures for handling the range of signing, guarding, and lighting equipment used for highways works
Safe procedures for handling hazardous materials
Accident recording and reporting procedures
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Assist in preparing resources and segregating the area for site works
UNIT SM 10
Area of competence
This unit is designed for the individual, working under supervision, to demonstrate competence in interpreting instructions, in preparing resources
and segregating areas for site works; organising work resources, safe and secure storage of equipment and materials, and protection of
personnel, property and the works through appropriate site protection in accordance with the site operations.
This unit is not suitable for candidates who carry out work on highways only.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures, emergency, operational
Equipment - Hand tools, powered tools and equipment for excavation and re-instatement
Materials - Materials in the context of the work activity; quality and quantity of work materials. Materials to include backfill and sub-courses
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Determine the site and resource requirement for site works
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10.1
Determine the site and resource requirement for site works
Performance Criteria
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The area for site works is located and confirmed according to instructions and specified requirements
Shortages and defects of materials and equipment are reported in accordance with operational and organisational procedures
The area for the site works is set out in accordance with the specified requirement
Any hazards and risks are identified and appropriate action taken to provide for the safety of the work area and the natural environment
Materials and equipment supplies are confirmed as being correct for the work requirement, in accordance with instructions and organisational
procedures
6. Security of materials and equipment is maintained in accordance with instruction and organisational requirements
7. Problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job holder are referred in accordance with approved procedures and practices
8. Work is carried out to approved procedures and practices and in compliance with statutory requirements
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
The importance of confirming that the work location has been correctly identified from verbal instructions
The key requirements of an effective and safe work area
The main materials encountered in excavation work including paving, sub-surface and general fill materials
The range of hand and powered tools used for excavations and reinstatement
Maintenance requirements for the range of hand and power tools used for excavation and reinstatement
Common hazards in excavation and reinstatement work and appropriate safety precautions
Methods of dealing with emergencies in excavations
The range of safety equipment in accordance with site operations
Materials posing a health hazard and safe handling methods
Personal protective equipment for use in site operations
Lifting and handling techniques appropriate to the materials, tools and equipment used
Main industry procedures and practices for the determination of site and resource requirements including environmental, organisational,
regulatory, emergency, operational, Health, Safety and Environment compliance, and relevant company procedures, within the remit of the
candidate’s responsibility
13. The roles and responsibilities of persons within the site operations team
14. Job control structures for site operations
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15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
The importance of referring to team leaders problems that are outside the area of the candidate’s responsibility
Procedures for reporting and recording job progress, problems and deviations to work programmes to the immediate team leader
Main Health, Safety and Environment responsibilities of employer and employees engaged in site operations
Employer responsibilities for providing a safe place of work, including appropriate safety equipment
Responsibility of employee for safety of self and others
Procedures for reporting and recording accidents
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Working under supervision, restore sewers and ancillaries to an
appropriate condition
UNIT SM 11
Area of competence
This unit is for the individual, working under supervision, to demonstrate competence in restoring the function of sewers and ancillaries. This can
be on a planned basis or in response to notification of a malfunction of the system.
Terms used within the standards
Approved procedures and practices - Regulatory, Health, Safety and Environment, relevant company procedures
External factors - Weather, traffic, access, safety, working environment, environmental issues
Sewers and ancillaries - Sewers, drains, ancillaries, un-powered and electrically isolated ancillaries
Specification - Tools and equipment; maintenance of sewers and ancillaries
Waste materials - Silt, roots, sewer debris
Work activities - Rodding, jetting, clean and disinfect, simple maintenance
Skills and competences which demonstrate effective performance
You show that you are competent to:
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for work activities
Conduct work activities to restore sewers and ancillaries to an appropriate condition
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11.1
Prepare sewers and ancillaries for work activities
Performance Criteria
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6.
7.
8.
Identify the sewers and ancillaries requiring remedial action in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Identify an appropriate water supply in accordance with approved procedures and practices
Prepare plant, tools and equipment for remedial action
Identify individuals and organisations affected by remedial actions
Report problems outside the scope of the job holder in accordance with relevant company procedures
Identify and report external factors which prevent the job being carried out at the present time
Record work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
Ensure work activities conform with approved procedures and practices at all times
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Sources of information relevant to the activity and how to interpret it
The correct procedures for obtaining a water supply
How to distinguish between public and private sewers
Materials, tools and equipment requirements for remedial action
Reporting procedures
The likely impact of work activities on others
Potential hazards associated with sewage including trade effluents, uncontrolled discharges into the system, and other hazardous objects
Dangers from vermin and the associated control measures
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11.2
Conduct work activities to restore sewers and ancillaries to an appropriate condition
Performance Criteria
1. Check condition of tools and equipment used for remedial action in accordance with approved procedures and practices and manufacturer’s
specification
2. Report defects and deficiencies in tools and equipment to the supervisor
3. Prepare tools and equipment in accordance with approved procedures and practices
4. Carry out work activities in accordance with approved procedures and practices at all times
5. Dispose of waste materials in accordance with approved procedures and practices
6. Record and report work activities in accordance with relevant company procedures
7. Report problems outside the scope of the job holder in accordance with relevant company procedures
Knowledge & Understanding
The individual must provide evidence to prove that he or she knows:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
1.Tools and equipment needs for remedial action
The risks associated with manual handling
Reporting procedures for defects to tools and equipment
Implications of inadequate remedial action
Problems that may be encountered during remedial action
Responsibilities for health and safety in their work activities
Potential hazards associated with sewage including trade effluents, uncontrolled discharges into the system, and other hazardous objects
Dangers from vermin and the associated control measures
Procedures for disposal of waste materials
The types of sewerage systems
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