RIICBS306E — Conduct micro surfacing operations

1 Prepare to conduct micro surfacing operations

• 1.1Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
• 1.2Access, interpret and apply micro surfacing operations documentation and confirm the work activity is compliant
• 1.3Identify environmental issues and potential hazards, and assess and address risks within scope of own role and according to workplace procedures
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
• 1.5Determine required materials and handling procedures
• 1.6Select plant, tools and equipment required for tasks, check for faults, and report or rectify in scope of own role
• 1.7Confirm and comply with environmental protection, safety and traffic management signage requirements
• 1.8Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required in case of fire, accident and other emergencies

2 Prepare mix materials

• 2.1Confirm material availability for micro surfacing operations
• 2.2Check paving unit and correct calibration of metering devices to mix specification
• 2.3Clean and test spreader box for operation according to workplace procedures

3 Prepare surface for micro surface application

• 3.1Apply surface protection according to job requirements
• 3.2Note surface defects and rectify as required during sealing operation
• 3.3Clean and clear work area of loose stones, oil and other contaminants
• 3.4Set out work area and check a straight edge is maintained along kerbs, shoulders and through intersections

4 Apply micro surface

• 4.1Maintain consistency of mix
• 4.2Mix spread according to job requirements and workplace procedures
• 4.3Achieve surface finish
• 4.4Remedy joint faults as required
• 4.5Use hand spreading as required in small and difficult areas

5 Carry out operator maintenance

• 5.1Prepare machine for maintenance
• 5.2Conduct inspection and fault finding
• 5.3Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks according to workplace procedures
• 5.4Process written maintenance records according to workplace procedures

6 Clean up

• 6.1Clear work area and dispose of and recycle materials as required according to workplace procedures and environmental requirements
• 6.2Clean, check, perform maintenance on in scope of own role, and store plant, tools and equipment
• 6.3Carry out housekeeping to workplace requirements

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