Locating Unlimited

Module 1

Welcome to the Locating Unlimited Direct Assessment for RIICCM303 – Conduct vacuum excavation.

Direct Assessment is a formal assessment process aimed at determining credit and recognising the competencies individuals have obtained in formal and informal education, as well as in the work environment.

Direct assessment enables individuals to forego the training process and move directly to having their competencies assessed, thus avoiding the need for unnecessary training that may have additional cost, time and effort.

Direct Assessment aims to provide individuals who do not require learning with a faster and flexible way of having their skills and knowledge assessed against the competencies required for the qualification or individual units of competency. 

The Direct Assessment process is a sound assessment process that requires assessment of valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence. Evidence must be collected and documented to show that you have the knowledge and understanding, as well as the practical skills required for competence to be achieved.

The Direct Assessment process will assess whether you are competent in some or all of the requirements for full or partial completion of a qualification or accredited course.

This on-line guide is designed to assist you with a step-by-step process to achieving the outcome that you desire. Each of the 14 modules concisely provides you with the information required to comply with each step.

Each module is locked until it has been fully complied with, only then will the next module be opened. This ensures that each step is completed and that nothing is missed. The end result is a smoother transition to achieving competency in the Unit of Competency.

The modules are as follows:

·         Module 1 - Introduction - This is the module that you are currently viewing.

·         Module 2 - Enrol – [ GO TO COURSE ] You have made the decision to proceed – this takes you to the payment portal.

·         Module 3 – Enrolment Documentation – there are 4 things that ae needed in this module, completion of the Enrolment Agreement, Student Declaration and LLN Assessment – plus the uploading of photo identification.

·         Module 4 – Other Training – here we need you to gather all other training that you have completed, this needs to be scanned into one document and then up-loaded to the platform.

·         Module 5 – Complete a JSEA – an important safety document that you need to be able to complete, one is provided, and you are required to complete it.

·         Module 6 – Resume and White Card – both these documents now need to be uploaded to the platform. The resume lists other places where you have worked and is a document that helps prove diligence in the industry. All construction workers must have a white card, and this proves that you have completed much of the safety requirements that this Unit of Competency requires.

·         Module 7 – BYDA Cover Sheet – any type of digging on any site requires that you have a current set of BYDA plans on site with you. This is verification that you can request plans. Note these plan requests need to be on your account. There is no cost associated with joining BYDA, and if you do not have an account you will need to join.

·         Module 8 – A letter from your Employee - is required to verify that you are currently employed in a position where you conduct Vacuum Excavation.

·         Module 9 – Theory Assessment – 66 questions about Vacuum Excavation and safety. Learner’s resource is provided that can be used as a reference.

·         Module 10 – Video 1 – the first of 3 required videos demonstrating various steps in the Conduct Vacuum Excavation process. The first is to show the positioning of the vehicle, applying safety measures to keep people away from your work zone and readying the equipment for use.

·         Module 11 – Video 2 – commencing the digging task, ensuring that you have all the correct PPE and start excavation.

·         Module 12 – Video 3 – demobilisation, packing up at the end of the job, ensuring that all equipment is stored safely, and the vehicle is in a proper state to be driven back to the depot.

·         Module 13 – Completion Notification - determination is made after all the material has been reviewed on whether any Gap Training is required.

·         Module 14 – Assessment Result – on the successful completion of all required elements a Statement of Attainment is issued.