Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 2:22 AM AWST
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Construction Materials Testing Skill Set
Construction Materials Testing Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
RIISS00057
RIISS00057
State Code
AE216
AE216
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
23/09/2020
Current Release Date
12/03/2021
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
10/09/2021
Nominal Hours
120
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 12/03/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 23/09/2020 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge for quarry laboratory supervisors to monitor construction materials testing in laboratories and provide accurate and meaningful reports for customers to make sound decisions. The work required in this skill set relates to National Association of Testing Authorities’ (NATA) supervision requirements for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation of quarry laboratories but this skill set does not provide the accreditation.
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards RII40115 Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals working as quarry laboratory supervisors or team leaders, who are responsible for monitoring construction materials testing in laboratories.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the MSL Laboratory Operations and RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Packages meet industry requirements for quarry laboratory supervisors and team leaders aiming to monitor construction materials testing in laboratories.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWO36 | MSL952001 | Collect routine site samples | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAC92 | MSL973022 | Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBW98 | RIISTD401 | Monitor quarry laboratory operations and the quality of results | 55 | Unit of competency |