TESDA-OP CO-01-F11

(Rev.No.00-03/08/17)

COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM

A. Course Design

Course Title: Heavy Equipment Operation (Hydraulic Excavator)

NC II
Nominal Duration: 156 Hours
Qualification Level: NCII
Course Description: This course is designed to enhance the knowledge,
desirable attitudes and skills in the use of hydraulic
excavator (backhoe) in accordance with industry
standards. It covers core competencies such as: per-
forming pre- and post-operation procedures, perform-
ing productive operation, and performing basic pre-
ventive-maintenance servicing on a given backhoe.

Trainee Entry Requirements:

This section specifies the qualifications of trainees and educational experience.

Other requirements like health and physical requirements may also be stated. Pass-
ing written entrance examinations may also be indicated if necessary.

 Can communicate both orally and in writing

 Physically and mentally fit
 With good moral character
 Can perform basic mathematical computations.
Course Structure

Basic Competencies
No. of Hours: (18 Hours)
Unit of Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal
Competency Duration
Participate in Participating in o Obtain and convey work-
workplace com- workplace com- place information.
munication munication o Complete relevant work 5 Hours
related documents.
o Participate in workplace
meeting and discussion

Work in a team Working in a o Describe team role and

environment team environ- scope
ment o Identify own role and re- 4 Hours
sponsibility within team
o Work as a team member
Practice career Practicing ca- o Integrate personal objec-
professionalism reer profession- tives with organizational
alism goals. 5 Hours
o Set and meet work prior-
ities.
o Maintain professional
growth and develop-
ment.
Practice occupa- Practicing occu- o Identify hazards and
tional health and pational health risks 4 Hours
safety and safety o Evaluate hazards and
risks
o Control hazards and
risks
o Maintain OHS aware-
ness
 Common Competencies
No. of Hours: (18 Hours)
Unit of Compe- Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal
tency Duration
Prepare con- Preparing con- o Identify materials
struction mate- struction materi- o Requisition materials 3 Hours
rials and tools als and tools o Receive and inspect materials
Observe proce- Observing proce- o Identify and access specifica-
dures, specifi- dures, specifica- tion/manuals
cations and tions and manuals o Interpret manuals 3 Hours
manuals of in- of instructions o Apply information in manual
structions o Store manuals
Interpret tech- Interpreting tech- o Analyze signs, symbols and
nical drawings nical drawings data
and plans and plans o Interpret technical drawings and 4 Hours
plans
o Apply freehand sketching
Perform men- Performing men- o Select measuring instruments
surations and surations and cal- o Carry out measurements and
calculations culations calculations 4 Hours
Maintain tools Maitaining tools o Check condition of tools and 4 Hours
and equipment and equipment equipment
o Perform basic preventive main-
tenance
 Core Competencies
No. of Hours: (105 Hours)
Unit of Compe- Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal
tency Duration
Perform pre- and Performing pre- o Perform visual check of equip-
post-operation and post-opera- ment 40 Hours
procedures for tion procedures o Perform “B L O W A F” check
earthmoving for earthmoving
equipment equipment
Perform basic Performing ba- o Perform adjustments/replace-
preventive-main- sic preventive- ment 40 Hours
tenance servic- maintenance o Perform basic preventive main-
ing for earth- servicing for tenance servicing (PMS)
moving equip- earth-moving o Prepare equipment reports
ment equipment
Perform produc- Performing pro- o Load excavator to truck/trailer
tive operation for ductive opera- (low) 40 Hours
hydraulic excava- tion for hydraulic o Unload equipment from truck/
tor excavator trailer (low)
o Travel the excavator
o Perform excavation work
o Perform loading operation
o Perform lifting operation
Resources:

Recommended list of tools, equipment and materials for the training of 25

trainees for Heavy-Equipment Operation (Hydraulic Excavator) NC II.

TOOLS EQUIPMENT MATERIALS

QTY QTY QTY
1 Wrenches (box and 1 unit Hydraulic excava- 5 kls. Multi- purpose
set open-end 8-24 tor(MOA / rental) grease
mmmetric & 7/16 –
1” - English )
1 Hammer ballpeen 1 unit Low bed trailer 4 liters Engine oil ( SAE
set (3-4 lbs) with tractor head 15w40)
& operator (MOA/
rental)
1 Pliers( mechanical 1 unit Vacuum cleane 20 liters Hydraulic/steer
set 10 “) ing fluid
(TELLUS
68/10W)
1 pc Adjustable wrench 1 unit Portable electric 10 liters Final drive/ dif-
(18 “) air compressor ferential (gear
oil GP90/ 140)
1 pc Grease gun 10 liters Transmission oil
(ATF)
1 Screw driver ( 10 “ 4 liters Water coolant
set flat & Philips)
1 pc Putty knife 200 Diesel fuel
liters
1 pc Pry bar (heavy 5 pcs. Battery distilled
duty) water
1 pc Pipe wrench (12”) 1 set Primary & sec-
ondary air filter
1 pc Vise grip (12 “) 1 set Primary &sec-
ondary fuel filter
1 pc. Water separator
1 set Belts (air-con,
water pump and
alternator)
2 cans Penetrating oil
(250 ml)
2 kilos Cotton rugs
5 liters Cleaning sol-
vent
1 set Cleaning tool
(one each kind)
1 pair Working clothes

10 Safety shoes
 pairs
10 Gloves
pairs
10 pcs Goggles
10 pcs Dust mask
10 pcs Hard hats

1 pc Operator’s Man-
ual

Facilities:

The hydraulic excavator operation workshop must be made of reinforced con-

crete or steel structure. The size must be suited on the requirements of the compe -
tencies. The class size of 25 students/trainees is reserved for the lecture room and
the practical demonstration area for carrying out minor Hydraulic Excavator parts
maintenance. Most of the learning activities are performed individually in the stu-
dents/trainees work area.

SPACE REQUIREMENT SIZE IN AREA IN SQ. TOTAL AREA

METERS METERS IN SQ.
METERS

Student/Trainee’s Working 2.0 x 2.0 m. 4 sq.m per 100.0 sq.m

Space student

Lecture Room 8.00 x 6.00 48.00 48.0

Learning Resource Center 4.00 x 6.00 24.00 24.0

172

Facilities/Equipment/ Circula- 52
tion Area

Total Workshop Area: 224

Working field 200 Sq. m. (MOA/Rental)

Trainers Qualification
 Must be a holder of Heavy-Equipment Operation (Hydraulic Excavator) NC-II or
equivalent qualification
 Must have undergone training on Training Methodology II (TM II) or equivalent
training/experience
 Must be computer literate
 Must be physically and mentally fit
 Must have had at least 5 years job/industry experience*
 Must be a civil-service eligible (for government position or appropriate profes-
sional license issued by the Professional Regulatory Commission)

* Optional. Only when required by the hiring institution.

B. Modules of Instruction

Basic Competencies
Unit of Competency: PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
Modules Title: Participating in workplace communication
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required
to gather, interpret and convey information in response to workplace requirements.
Duration: 5 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information
LO2. Participate in workplace meetings and discussions
LO3. Complete relevant work related documents
 Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Specific and  Modes of com- The stu- Face to face Face to Face
relevant information munication dents/ trainees Learning  Written test
is accessed from ap-  Process of com- must be provided  Group  Practical test
propriate sources.
munication with the Discussion  Oral
2. Effective  Channels of com- following:  Demonstration Questioning/
questioning, active munication  Lecture interview
listening and speak-  Business corre- EQUIPMENT  Reporting  Direct Observa-
ing skills are used to spondence  LCD  Simulation tion
gather and convey Projector
 Information stor-  Portfolio
information.
age – docu-  Microphone
3. Appropriate mentation  Amplifier-
medium is used to (recording and speaker
transfer information reporting)  Overhead Pro-
and ideas.  Communication jector Com-
jargons puter
4. Appropriate
 Forms of  Writing
non- verbal
communication is non-verbal and materials
used. verbal  Flip charts
communications  Competency-
5. Appropriate lines of in the workplace based learn-
communication with ing material
 Lines of com-
supervisors and col-
leagues are identi- munication
 Data privacy act SUPPLIES &
fied and followed.
OHS – Covid 19 MATERIALS
6. Defined workplace Health protocols Sample
procedures for the on face to face Storage:
location and activities  Manual filing
storage of system
information are
 Computer-
used.
based filing
7. Personal system
interaction is  Personal forms,
carried out clearly Telephone
and concisely message
forms, Safety
reports
 LO2. Participate in workplace meetings and discussions

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Team meetings are at-  Process of The Face to face Face to Face
tended on time communication students/ Learning  Written test
 Communication trainees must  Group  Practical test
 Own opinions are clearly be provided Discussion
protocols  Oral Questioning/
expressed and those of
 Verbal and with the  Demonstration interview
others are listened to
without interruption non-verbal following:  Lecture  Direct Observation
instructions/  Reporting  Portfolio
 Meeting inputs are con- directions EQUIPMENT  Simulation
sistent with the meeting  Following  LCD/Over-
purpose and established instructions/ head Projec-
protocols tor
directions
 Interpretation  Microphone
 Workplace interactions
are conducted in a cour- and following  Amplifier-
teous manner routine speaker
instructions/  Simulation
 Questions about simple directions Area
routine workplace proce-  Form of  Writing mate-
dures and matters
expression in rials
concerning working con-
ditions of employment the English lan-  Flip charts
are asked and guage  Competency-
responded to  The art of based learn-
listening ing material
 Meetings outcomes are  Process and
interpreted and imple- considerations SUPPLIES &
mentedand implemented MATERIALS
in making re-
quest  Printer
 OHS – Covid  Suppliers
19 health  Memorandum
protocols on  Circular
face to face  Notice
contact  Manuals
 References
(books)
 Information
discussion
 Writing mate-
rials (pen &
paper)

Sample Stor-
age:
 Manual filing
system
 Computer-
based filing
system
 Personal
forms,
Telephone
message
forms, Safety
reports
 LO3. Complete relevant work related documents

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
1. Range of forms relating to  Forms of The Face to face Face to Face
conditions of employment are verbal commu- students/ Learning  Written test
completed accurately and nications trainees must  Group  Practical test
legibly
 Lines of be provided Discussion  Oral Questioning/
2. Workplace data is recorded
on standard workplace forms communication with the  Demonstration interview
and documents  Information following:  Lecture  Direct Observation
3. Basic mathematical pro- documentation;  Reporting  Portfolio
cesses are used for routine recording and  Simulation
calculations reporting  Equipment
4. Errors in recording informa-
tion on forms/ documents are  Organizational
LCD
identified and properly acted communication
Projector
upon  Workplace con-
Microphone
5. Reporting requirements to flicts and reso-
supervisor are completed ac- Amplifier-
lutions
cording to organizational speaker
 Process of
guidelines Overhead
meetings/
Projector
conferences
Simulation
 Meeting
Area
protocols
 Do’s and don’ts  Writing mate-
in attending rials
meeting and  Flip charts
conferences  Competency-
 Process of based learn-
transmitting ing material
communication

SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper

LEARNING
MATERIALS:
Books relating
to conducting
meetings
Unit of Competency: WORK IN TEAM ENVIRONMENT
Modules Title: Working in team environment
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes to iden-
tify role and responsibility as a member of a team.
Duration: 4 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Describe team role and scope
LO2. Identify own role and responsibility within team
LO3. Work as a team member
 Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Describe team role and scope

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. The role and objec-  Communication The Face to face Face to Face
tive of the team is iden- process students/ Learning  Written test
tified from available  Team structure trainees must be  Group  Practical test
sources of information
 Team roles provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
2. Team parameters,
reporting relationships  Group planning following:  Demonstration interview
and responsibilities are and decision  Lecture  Direct Observa-
identified from team making EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
discussions and appro-  Communicate ap-  LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
priate external sources Projector
propriately, con-
sistent with the (optional)
culture of the  Overhead Pro-
workplace jector
(optional)
 Computer
 Printer
 Telephone

SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
LO2. Identify own role and responsibility within team

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Individual role and  Familiarity of The Face to face Face to Face
responsibilities within workplace envi- students/ Learning  Written test
the team environment ronment trainees must be  Group  Practical test
are identified
 Identification of provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
2. Roles and responsi-
bility of other team roles following:  Demonstration interview
members are identified  Organizational  Lecture  Direct Observa-
and recognized relationships  Equipment  Reporting tion
3. Reporting relation-  External  Simulation  Portfolio
ships with team and LCD / Overhead
organization rela-
external to team are Projector
identified tionship
Microphone
Amplifier-speaker
Simulation Area

 Writing materi-
als
 Flip charts
Competency-
based learning
material

SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
LO3. Work as a team member

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Effective and appro-  Forms of commu- The Face to face Face to Face
priate forms of commu- nication students/ Learning  Written test
nications used and in-  Verbal and non- trainees must be  Group  Practical test
teractions undertaken
verbal communi- provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
with team members
who contribute to cation following:  Demonstration interview
known team activities  Communication  Equipment  Lecture  Direct Observa-
and objectives techniques  Reporting tion
2. Effective and appro- LCD
 Mind games  Simulation  Portfolio
priate contributions Projector
 Team roles/ as-
made to complement Microphone
team activities and ob- signment
Amplifier-speaker
jectives, based on indi-  Adaptation to work
Overhead Projec-
vidual skills and com- environment
tor
petencies and work-  Industry
place context Simulation Area
practices
3. Observed protocols
in reporting using stan-  Storage  Writing
dard operating proce-  Handling and dis- materials
dures posal of waste  Flip charts
4. Contribute to the de- housekeeping envi-  Competency-
velopment of team ronmental safety or based learning
work plans based on OHS
an understanding of material
team’s role and objec-
tives and individual SUPPLIES &
competencies of the MATERIALS
members.  Pen
 Paper
Unit of Competency: PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
Modules Title: Practicing career professionalism
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in pro-
moting career growth and advancement.
Duration: 5 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals
LO2. Set and meet work priorities
L03. Maintain professional growth and development
 Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Personal growth and  Personal growth The Face to face Face to Face
work plans are pur- and career students/ Learning  Written test
sued towards improv- orientation trainees must be  Group  Practical test
ing the qualifications
 Interpersonal and provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
set for the profession
2. Intra- and interper- intrapersonal re- following:  Demonstration interview
sonal relationships are lationship  Lecture  Direct Observa-
maintained in the  Personality de-  Equipment  Reporting tion
course of managing velopment test LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
oneself based on per- Projector
 Organizational
formance evaluation Microphone
3. Commitment to the commitment
Amplifier-
organization and its
goal is demonstrated in speaker
the performance of du- Overhead Pro-
ties jector
 Simulation
Area
 Writing materi-
als
 Flip charts
 Competency-
based learning
material
 SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 LO2. Set and meet work priorities

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Competing demands  Economic The Face to face Learn- Face to Face
are prioritized to utilization of re- students/ ing  Written test
achieve personal, team sources trainees must be  Group  Practical test
and organizational  Maintenance and provided with the Discussion  Oral Question-
goals and objectives use of fa-
2. Resources are uti- following:  Demonstration ing/interview
cilities and equip-
lized efficiently and ef- ment  Lecture  Direct Obser-
fectively to manage  Understanding  Equipment  Reporting vation
work priorities and operational man- LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
commitments uals Projector
3. Practices along eco-  Company Microphone
nomic use and mainte- policies and pro- Amplifier-
nance of equipment cedures on facili-
and facilities are fol- speaker
ties and equip-
lowed as per estab- Overhead Pro-
ment mainte-
lished procedures jector
nance
 Simulation
Area
 Writing materi-
als
 Flip charts
 Competency-
based learning
material
 SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 LO3. Maintain professional growth and development

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Trainings and ca-  Career The Face to face Learn- Face to Face
reer opportunities are development students/ ing  Written test
identified and availed  Recognition and trainees must be  Group  Practical test
of based on job re- career ad- provided with the Discussion  Oral Question-
quirements vancement
2. Recognitions are following:  Demonstration ing/interview
 Different types
sought/received and of work license  Lecture  Direct Obser-
demonstrated as proof and certifica-  Equipment  Reporting vation
of career advance- tions (PRC LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
ment License, NC II, Projector
3. Licenses and/or cer- TMC 1, NTTC Microphone
tifications relevant to etc) Amplifier-
job and career are ob-
tained and renewed speaker
Overhead Pro-
jector
 Simulation
Area
 Writing materi-
als
 Flip charts
 Competency-
based learning
material
 SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
Paper
Unit of Competency: PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
PROCEDURES
Modules Title: Practicing occupational health and safety procedures
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the outcomes required to comply with regu-
latory and organizational requirements for occupational health and safety.
Duration: 4 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Identify hazards and risks
LO2. Evaluate hazards and risks
LO3. Control hazards and risks
LO4. Maintain OHS awareness
 Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify hazards and risks

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Safety regulations  Hazards and The Face to face Face to Face
and workplace safety risks in the students/ Learning  Written test
and hazard control workplace trainees must be  Group  Practical test
practices and proce-
 Safety provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
dures are clarified and
explained based on or- regulations following:  Demonstration interview
ganization procedures  Safety  Lecture  Direct Observa-
2. Hazards/risks in the procedures re-  Equipment  Reporting tion
workplace and their quired for a spe- LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
corresponding indica- cific work Projector
tors are identified to Microphone
minimize or eliminate  Workplace con-
tingency plan Amplifier-
risk to co-workers,
workplace and environ- speaker
ment in accordance Overhead Pro-
with organization pro- jector
cedures  Simulation
3. Contingency mea- Area
sures during workplace
 Writing materi-
accidents, fire and
other emergencies are als
recognized and estab-  Flip charts
lished in accordance  Competency-
with organization pro- based learning
cedures
material
 SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper

Learning
materials/ Books
relating to:
 Clean Air Act
 Building code
 Waste
management
statutes and
rules
 National
Electrical and
Fire Safety
Codes
 Philippine
Occupational
 Safety and
health
standards
 ECC
regulations
standard
operating
procedures of
property
 Risk
 management
manual

LO2. Evaluate hazards and risks

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Terms of maximum  Definition and The Face to face Face to Face
tolerable limits which Categories students/ Learning  Written test
when exceeded will re- Threshold limit trainees must be  Group  Practical test
sult in harm or damage value provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
are identified based on  Categories of
threshold limit values following:  Demonstration interview
hazards and risks
(TLV) in the workplace  Lecture  Direct Observa-
2. Effects of the haz- (Cause and effect)  Equipment  Reporting tion
ards are determined  OHS personnel, LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
3. OHS issues and/or organizational Projector
concerns and identified procedures Microphone
safety hazards are re-  Reporting Amplifier-
ported to designated occupational
personnel in accor- speaker
hazards
dance with workplace Overhead Pro-
 Documentation
requirements and rele- jector
procedures
vant workplace OHS  Simulation
legislation Area
 Writing materi-
als
 Flip charts
 Competency-
based learning
material
 SUPPLIES &
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper

Learning
materials/ Books
relating to:
 Clean Air Act
 Building code
 Waste
management
statutes and
rules
 National
Electrical and
Fire Safety
Codes
 Philippine
Occupational
 Safety and
health
standards
 ECC
regulations
standard
operating
procedures of
property
 Risk
management
manual
LO3. Control hazards and risks
 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Occupational Health  Workplace The Face to face Face to Face
and Safety (OHS) pro- OHS students/ Learning  Written test
cedures for controlling procedures trainees must be  Group  Practical test
hazards/risks in work-
 Types of provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
place are consistently
followed Personal following:  Demonstration interview
2. Procedures for deal- protective  Lecture  Direct Observa-
ing with workplace ac- equipment – its  Equipment  Reporting tion
cidents, fire and emer- use and pur- LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
gencies are followed in pose Projector
accordance with orga- Microphone
 Emergency re-
nization OHS policies
sponses Amplifier-
3. Personal protective
equipment (PPE) is  Organizational speaker
correctly used in accor- requirements Overhead
dance with organiza- on the use of Projector
tion OHS procedures PPE  Simulation
and practices Area
4. Appropriate assis-  Basic rescue
techniques  Writing
tance is provided in the
event of a workplace materials
emergency in accor-  Flip charts
dance with established  Competency-
organization protocol based
learning
material
 Supplies &
materials
-Pen
-Paper

Tools and acces-

sories
 Mask
 Gloves
 Goggles
 Hair/ net/ cap/
bonnet
 Face mask/
shield
 Ear muffs
 Apron/ gown/
coverall/ jump
suit
 Anti-static suits

Learning
materials /Books
relating to:
 Clean Air Act
 Building code
 Waste
management
statutes and
rules
 National
Electrical and
Fire Safety
Codes
  Philippine
Occupational
 Safety and
health
standards
 ECC
regulations
standard
operating
procedures of
property
 Risk
management
manual

LO4. Maintain OHS awareness

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Emergency-related  Emergency-re- The Face to face Face to Face
drills and trainings are lated drills (fire students/ Learning  Written test
participated in as per drill, earthquake trainees must be  Group  Practical test
established organiza-
drill etc) provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
tion guidelines and
procedures  Record following:  Demonstration interview
2. OHS personal keeping and doc-  Lecture  Direct Observa-
records are completed umentation  Equipment  Reporting tion
and updated in accor- LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
dance with workplace Projector
requirements Microphone
Amplifier-
speaker
Overhead
Projector
 Simulation
Area
 Writing
materials
 Flip charts
 Competency-
based
learning
material
 Supplies &
materials
-Pen
-Paper

Tools and acces-

sories
 Mask
 Gloves
 Goggles
 Hair/ net/ cap/
bonnet
 Face mask/
shield
 Ear muffs
 Apron/ gown/
coverall/ jump
suit
 Anti-static suits

Learning
materials /Books
relating to:
 Clean Air Act
 Building code
 Waste
management
statutes and
rules
 National
Electrical and
Fire Safety
Codes
  Philippine
Occupational
 Safety and
health
standards
 ECC
regulations
standard
operating
procedures of
property
 Risk
management
manual

Common Competencies
Unit of Competency: PRAPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TOOLS
Modules Title: Preparing construction materials and tools
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on iden-
tifying, requesting and receiving construction materials and tools based on the re-
quired performance standards
Duration: 3 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Identify materials
LO2. Requisition materials
LO3. Receive and inspect materials

Details of Learning Outcomes:

 LO1. Identify materials

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Materials are listed  Types and uses of The Face to face Face to Face
as per job require- construction mate- students/ Learning  Written test
ments rials and tools trainees must be  Group  Practical test
2. Quantity and de-  Description of ma- provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
scription of materials terials and tools
conform with the job following:  Demonstration interview
 Listing of materi-
requirements als as per com-  Lecture  Direct Observa-
3. Tools and acces- pany standards. EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
sories are identified  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
according to job re- (optional)
quirements
 Computer
 Printer
 Telephone

LO2. Requisition materials

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Materials and tools  Different forms The Face to face Face to Face
needed are  Job order slip students/ Learning  Written test
requested  Tools and mate- trainees must be  Group  Practical test
according to the list rials requisition provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
prepared slip
2. Request is done as following:  Demonstration interview
 Borrower’s slip
per company  Requisition pro-  Lecture  Direct Observa-
standard operating EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
cedures
procedures (SOP)  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
3. Substitute materials  Computer
and tools are
 Printer
provided without
sacrificing cost and  Telephone
quality of work
LEARNING
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 Forms
 Manuals
 Books
Video(cd)

LO3. Receive and inspect materials

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Materials and tools  Procedures in re- The Face to face Face to Face
issued are ceiving tools and students/ Learning  Written test
inspected as per materials trainees must be  Group  Practical test
quantity and  Proper inspection provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
specification of tools and mate-
2. Tools, accessories following:  Demonstration interview
rials received.
and materials are  Proper handling of  Lecture  Direct Observa-
checked for tools and materi- EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
damages according als.  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
to enterprise (optional)
procedures
 Computer
3. Materials and tools
are set aside to  Printer
appropriate location  Telephone
nearest to the
workplace LEARNING
MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 Forms
 Manuals
 Books
 Video(cd)

Unit of Competency: OBSERVE PROCEDURES, SPECIFICATIONS AND

MANUALS OF INSTRUCTIONS
 Modules Title: Observe procedures, specifications and manuals of
instructions
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on iden-
tifying, interpreting, applying services to specifications and manuals and storing
manuals.
Duration: 3 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify and access specification/manuals

LO2. Interpret manuals
LO3. Apply information in manual
LO4. Store manuals

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify and access specification/manuals

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Appropriate man-  Types of manuals The Face to face Face to Face
uals are identified used in construc- students/ Learning  Written test
and accessed as tion sector trainees must be  Group  Practical test
per job require-  Different types of provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
ments symbols.
2. Version and date following:  Demonstration interview
 Accessing informa-
of manual are tion and data.  Lecture  Direct Observa-
checked to ensure EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
that correct speci-  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
fication and pro- (optional)
cedures are iden-
 Video camera
tified
 TV/Monitor
 DVD player
 Computer
 Printer
 Telephone

TOOLS AND
ACCESSORIES
 Recorder/
Microphone

MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 Books and
Videos relating
to customer
service and
service
philosophy
 Books
brochures,
manuals

LO2. Interpret manuals

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Relevant sections, • Interpreting The Face to face Face to Face
chapters of symbols and students/ Learning  Written test
specifications/ specifications trainees must be  Group  Practical test
manuals are • Accessing provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
located in relation information and
to the work to be following:  Demonstration interview
data
conducted  Applying  Lecture  Direct Observa-
2. Information and conversion of EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
procedure in the units of  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
manual are measurements. (optional)
interpreted in
 Video camera
accordance with
industry practices  TV/Monitor
 DVD player
 Computer
 Printer
 Telephone

TOOLS AND
ACCESSORIES
 Recorder/
Microphone

MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 Books and
Videos relating
to customer
service and
service
philosophy
 Books
brochures,
manuals

LO3. Apply information in manuals

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Manual is inter-  Manual/specifi- The Face to face Face to Face
preted according to cation applica- students/ Learning  Written test
job requirements tion. trainees must be  Group  Practical test
2. Work steps are cor-  Interpreting provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
rectly identified in specifications
accordance with following:  Demonstration interview
manufacturer's  Lecture  Direct Observa-
specification EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
3. Manual data are  LCD Projector  Simulation  Portfolio
applied according (optional)
to the given task
 Video camera
4. All correct sequenc-
ing and adjust-  TV/Monitor
ments are inter-  DVD player
preted in accor-  Computer
dance with informa-  Printer
tion contained on
 Telephone
the manual or spec-
ifications
TOOLS AND
ACCESSORIES
 Recorder/
Microphone

MATERIALS
 Pen
 Paper
 Books and
Videos relating
to customer
service and
service
philosophy
 Books
brochures,
manuals

LO4. Store Manuals

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Manual or specifi-  Manual handling Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
cation is stored must be provided Learning  Written test
appropriately to with the following:  Group  Practical test
prevent damage,
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
ready access and  Classroom
updating of infor- for discus-  Demonstration interview
mation when re- sion.  Lecture  Direct Observa-
quired in accor-  Manuals  Reporting tion
dance with com-  Store rooms/  Simulation  Portfolio
pany requirements library
 Instructional
materials

Unit of Competency: INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS AND PLANS

Modules Title: Interpreting technical drawings and plans
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on analyzing and
interpreting symbols, data and work plan based on the required performance standards.
 Duration: 4 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Analyze signs, symbols, and data
LO2. Interpret technical drawings and plans
LO3. Apply freehand sketching

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Analyze signs, Symbols and data

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Technical plans are  Identifying The Face to face Face to Face
obtained according signs, symbols students/ Learning  Written test
to job require- and data trainees must be  Group  Practical test
 Classifying provided with the Discussion
ments  Oral Questioning/
signs, symbols
2. Signs, symbols and following:  Demonstration interview
and data
data are identified  Drawing sym-  Lecture  Direct Observa-
according to job bols and signs Equipment  Reporting tion
specifications  Trade mathe-  LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
3. Signs symbols and matics Projector
(optional)
data are deter-
mined according to  Computer
classification or as  Printer
appropriate in  Telephone
drawing.
Tools
Learning
materials
 Media
 Reference
books
 Libraries
 Personal
observation
and experience

LO2. Interpret technical drawings and plans

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Necessary tools, Basic technical The Face to face Face to Face
materials and drawing students/ Learning  Written test
equipment are iden- Technical plans trainees must be  Group  Practical test
tified according to and schematic di- provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
the plan agram
2. Supplies and mate- following:  Demonstration interview
Symbols and ab-
rials are listed ac- breviations  Lecture  Direct Observa-
cording to specifica- Identifying tools, Equipment  Reporting tion
tions supplies, materi-  LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
3. Components, as- als and equipment Projector
semblies or objects Recognizing com- (optional)
are recognized as ponents, assem-
required  Computer
blies or objects
4. Dimensions are  Printer
Identifying dimen-
identified as appro- sions  Telephone
priate to the plan  suits
5. Specification details
are matched with Learning
existing/available
materials
resources and in
line with job re-  Media
quirements  Reference
6. Work plan is drawn books
following the speci-  Libraries
fications
 Personal
observation
and experience

LO3. Apply freehand sketching

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Where applicable, Basic technical The Face to face Face to Face
correct freehand drawing students/ Learning  Written test
sketching is pro- Basic Drafting trainees must be  Group  Practical test
duced in accor-
provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
dance with the job
requirements following:  Demonstration interview
 Lecture  Direct Observa-
Equipment  Reporting tion
 LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
Projector
(optional)
 Computer
 Printer

Learning
materials
 Media
 Reference
books
 Libraries
 Personal
observation
and experience

Unit of Competency: PERFORM MENSURATION AND CALCULATIONS

Modules Title: Performing mensuration and calculations
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on iden-
tifying and measuring objects based on the required performance standards.
Duration: 4 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Select measuring instruments
LO2. Carry out measurements and calculations

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Select measuring instruments

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Object or compo-  Visualizing objects The Face to face Face to Face
nent to be mea- and shapes students/ Learning  Written test
sured is identified, specifically geo- trainees must be  Group  Practical test
classified and inter- metric shapes. provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
preted according to  Interpreting For-
the appropriate reg- following:  Demonstration interview
mulas for volume,
ular geometric areas, and  Lecture  Direct Observa-
shape perimeters of EQUIPMENT  Reporting tion
2. Measuring tools are plane and geo-  LCD  Simulation  Portfolio
selected/identified metric figures. Projector
as per object to be  Measuring Instru- (optional)
measured or job re- ments/Measuring
quirements  Computer
Tools
3. Correct specifica-  Printer
 Proper handling of
tions are obtained measuring instru-  Telephone
from relevant ments
sources LEARNING
4. Appropriate mea- MATERIALS
suring instruments  Media
are selected ac-
cording to job re-  Reference
quirements books
5. Alternative measur-  Libraries
ing tools are used  Personal
without sacrificing observation
cost and quality of
and experience
work

LO2. Carry out measurements and calculations

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Accurate measure-  Trade mathe- The Face to face Face to Face
ments are obtained matics/mensura- students/ Learning  Written test
according to job re- tion trainees must be  Group  Practical test
 Four fundamen- provided with the Discussion
quirements  Oral Questioning/
tal operation
2. Alternative measur- following:  Demonstration interview
 Kinds of mea-
ing tools are used surement  Lecture  Direct Observa-
without sacrificing  Dimensions Equipment  Reporting tion
cost and quality of  Ratio and pro-  Lcd projector  Simulation  Portfolio
work portion Computer
3. Calculation needed  Trigonometric  Printer
to complete work functions  Telephone
 Algebraic equa-
tasks are per- tions Learning materi-
formed using the  Fractions, per- als
four basic process centage and
of addition (+), sub-  Media
decimals
traction (-), multi-  Conversion  Reference
plication (x) and di- books
vision (/) including  Libraries
but not limited to:  Personal
trigonometric func- observation
tions, algebraic and experience
computations
4. Calculations involv-
ing fractions, per-
centages and mixed
numbers are used
to complete work-
place tasks
5. Numerical compu-
tation is self-
checked and cor-
rected for accuracy
6. Instruments are
read to the limit of
accuracy of the tool
7. Systems of mea-
surement identified
and converted ac-
cording to job re-
quirements/ISO
8. Workpieces are
measured accord-
ing to job require-
ments

Unit of Competency: MAINTAIN TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Modules Title: Maintaining tools and equipment
Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on
checking condition, performing preventive maintenance and storing of tools and
equipment based on the required performance standards.
Duration: 4 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Check condition of tools and equipment
LO2. Perform basic preventive maintenance
LO3. Store tools and equipment

Details of Learning Outcomes:

 LO1. Check condition of tools and equipment

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Materials, tools and  Maintaining tools The Face to face Face to Face
equipment are iden- and equipment students/ Learning  Written test
tified according to  Handling of tools trainees must be  Group  Practical test
classification and and equipment provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
job requirements  Identifying tools
2. Non-functional tools following:  Demonstration interview
and equipment
and equipment are Equipment:  Lecture  Direct Observa-
defects
segregated and la-  Types of Tools  1 unit of  Reporting tion
beled according to and Equipments computer  Simulation  Portfolio
classification  Classification of  voltage
3. Safety of tools and functional and regulator/
equipment are ob- non-functional
served in accor- UPS
tools
dance with manu-
facturer's instruc-
 Uses of Per- Learning
tions sonal Protective
Materials:
4. Condition of PPE Equipment
(PPE).  Learning
are checked in ac- manuals
cordance with man-
ufacturer's instruc-  Work
tions instruction
 Hand-outs

LO2. Input data into computer

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Appropriate lubri-  Types uses of The Face to face Face to Face
cants are identified lubricants students/ Learning  Written test
according to types  Types and uses trainees must be  Group  Practical test
of equipment of cleaning ma- provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
2. Tools and equip- terials/solvent
ment are lubricated following:  Demonstration interview
 Types and uses
according to pre- Equipment:  Lecture  Direct Observa-
of measuring in-
ventive mainte- struments and  1 unit of  Reporting tion
nance schedule or equipment. computer  Simulation  Portfolio
manufacturer's  Preventive main-  voltage
specifications tenance tech- regulator/
3. Measuring instru- niques and pro-
ments are checked UPS
cedures.
and calibrated in  OSHC work-
accordance with place regula- Learning
manufacturer’s in- tions Materials:
structions  Handling of tools  Learning
4. Tools are cleaned and equipment manuals
and lubricated ac-
 Performing pre-  Work
cording to standard
ventive mainte- instruction
procedures
nance
5. Defective instru-  Hand-outs
ments, equipment
and accessories
are inspected and
replaced according
to manufacturer’s
specifications
6. Tools are in-
spected, repaired
and replaced after
use
7. Work place is
cleaned and kept in
safe state in line
with OHSA regula-
tions

LO3. Store tools and equipment

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Inventory of tools,  Inventory of The Face to face Face to Face
instruments and tools and equip- students/ Learning  Written test
equipment are con- ment trainees must be  Group  Practical test
ducted and  Tools and equip- provided with the Discussion  Oral Questioning/
recorded as per ment handling
company practices following:  Demonstration interview
 Tool safe-keep-
2. Tools and equip- ing/storage  Lecture  Direct Observa-
ment are stored Learning  Reporting tion
safely in appropri- Materials:  Simulation  Portfolio
ate locations in ac-  Learning
cordance with man- manuals
ufacturer's specifi-
cations or company  Work
procedures instruction
 Hand-outs

Core Competencies
Unit of Competency: PERFORM PRE- AND POST- OPERATION
PROCEDURES FOR EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT
Modules Title: Performing pre- and post-operation procedures for earth-
moving equipment
Module Descriptor: This unit describes the outcomes required in performing
procedures before and after productive operation of earth-moving equipment.
Duration: 40 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Perform visual check of equipment
LO2. Perform “B L O W A F” check
LO3. Perform operation check
LO4. Perform post-operation procedures

Details of Learning Outcomes:

 LO1. Perform visual check of equipment

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Earth-moving Specification, limi- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
equipment is se- tations and classi- must be provided Learning  Written test
lected based on fications of wheel with the following:
 Group  Practical test
job requirements. loader based on
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
2. Operator service- operations and  Operations and
able (OS) parts maintenance maintenance  Demonstration interview
are checked in ac- manual. manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
cordance with Controls, instru-  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
equipment check- ments, indicators ment  Portfolio
list and manufac- functions and ap-  Pre-operation
turer’s proce- plication. inspection
dures. checklist
3. Walk-around  Workplace situ-
check is per- ation
formed with  Handouts/in-
equipment check- structional ma-
list and with en- terials
gine stopped/not
running.

LO2. Perform “B L O W A F” check

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. “BLOWAF” check  Battery Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
is performed with  Lights must be provided Learning  Written test
checklist form and  Oil with the following:
 Group  Practical test
with engine  Water Discussion  Oral Questioning/
stopped/not run-  Air  Operations and
ning. maintenance  Demonstration interview
 Fuel
2. Deficiencies in manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
fluid levels are  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
identified and if ment  Portfolio
below normal  Pre-operation
level are refilled/ inspection
topped up in ac- checklist
cordance with  Workplace situ-
equipment main- ation
tenance manual.  Handouts/in-
3. Abnormal condi- structional ma-
tions are noted in terials
checklist and re-
ported to autho-
rized person.

LO3. Perform operation check

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Starting/running  General precau- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
check is per- tion and safety must be provided Learning  Written test
formed with procedures with the following:
 Group  Practical test
checklist and in  Familiarization on Discussion  Oral Questioning/
accordance with safety levers and  Operations and
manufacturer’s controls maintenance  Demonstration interview
recommenda-  Safety start and manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
tions. warm up proce-  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
2. Brake, steering dures ment  Portfolio
and controls are  Familiarization on  Pre-operation
checked for nor- switches, gauges inspection
mal functioning and systems checklist
3. Walk-around monitor/indicators  Workplace situ-
check is per-  Audio and air con- ation
formed with ditioning system  Handouts/in-
equipment check-  Electrical lighting structional ma-
list and with en- and accessories terials
gine running.
 Familiarization on
4. Safety devices
work equipment
and accessories
function
are checked for
 Familiarization on
proper functions
operator’s com-
in accordance
partment
with safe operat-
ing procedures.

LO4. Perform post-operation procedures

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Earth moving  Proper shut- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
equipment is down and post must be provided Learning  Written test
parked and turned operation proce- with the follow-  Group  Practical test
off after produc- dures ing: Discussion
tive operation in  Oral Questioning/
 Safe parking
accordance with procedures and  Demonstration interview
 Operations and
company rules practices  Lecture  Direct Observa-
maintenance
and regulations.  Vandalism pre-  Simulation tion
manual
2. Equipment con- vention  Portfolio
 Unit of equip-
trols are set into
ment (Wheel
neutral position
Loader)
and parking
brakes are en-  Post-operation
gaged according checklist
to manufacturer’s  Jobsite/ simu-
operations man- late area
ual.
3. Safety locks and
brakes are all
set/engaged in
accordance with
operator’s man-
ual.
4. Walk-around in-
spection check is
reconducted while
doing engine cool
down
5. Daily equipment
time record/report
(DETR) is accom-
plished/submitted
according to com-
pany rules and
regulations.

Unit of Competency: PERFORM BASIC PREVENTIVE-MAINTENANCE

SERVICING FOR EARTH-MOVING EQUIPMENT
Modules Title: Performing basic preventive-maintenance servicing for
earth-moving equipment
Module Descriptor: This unit describes the outcomes required in the routine
preventive maintenance of earth-moving equipment.
Duration: 40 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Perform adjustments/replacements
LO2. Perform basic preventive maintenance servicing (PMS)
LO3. Prepare equipment reports

Details of Learning Outcomes:

 LO1. Perform adjustments/replacements

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Minor defects are  Explain proce- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
identified and reme- dures in per- must be provided Learning  Written test
died in accordance forming adjust- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
with company/man- ments or re-
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
ufacturer’s proce- placements for  Operations and
dures. noted defects maintenance  Demonstration interview
2. Correct/proper tools  Explain usage of manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
are selected based basic hand tools  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
on job require- and portable ment  Portfolio
ments. powered tools  Pre-operation
3. Major defects are  Perform adjust- inspection
identified with ments or re- checklist
checklist and re- placements for  Workplace situ-
ferred to appropri- minor defects ation
ate personnel.  Handouts/in-
structional ma-
terials

LO2. Perform basic preventive maintenance servicing (PMS)

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. OS parts/standards  Explain proce- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
are identified and dures in basic must be provided Learning  Written test
serviced according preventive main- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
to manufacturer’s tenance servic-
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
recommendations. ing  Operations and
2. Fluids and lubri-  Enumerate Op- maintenance  Demonstration interview
cants are used erator’s Service- manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
based on manufac- able parts  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
turer’s manual.  Execute basic ment  Portfolio
3. Appropriate basic preventive main-  Pre-operation
hand tools and tenance servic- inspection
equipment are iden- ing (PMS) checklist
tified and used in  Workplace situ-
accordance with ation
site requirements.  Handouts/in-
4. Basic preventive structional ma-
maintenance ser- terials
vicing (PMS) is car-
ried out in accor-
dance with manu-
facturer’s and/or
site conditions/re-
quirements.

LO3. Prepare equipment reports

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Daily checklist form  Explain proce- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
is properly accom- dures in accom- must be provided Learning  Written test
plished in accor- plishing equip- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
dance with manu- ment reports
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
facturer’s/company  Explain how to  Operations and
requirements. maintenance  Demonstration interview
accomplish
2. Minor/major equip- equipment re- manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
ment defects are ports  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
reported to con- ment  Portfolio
cerned personnel.  Pre-operation
inspection
checklist
 Workplace situ-
ation
 Handouts/in-
structional ma-
terials

Unit of Competency: PERFORM PRODUCTIVE OPERATION FOR

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
Modules Title: Performing productive operation for hydraulic excavator
Module Descriptor: This unit describes the outcomes required in excavation
and earth-moving operations using a Hydraulic Excavator.
Duration: 40 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Load excavator to Truck/Trailer (Low)
LO2. Unload equipment from Truck/Trailer (Low)
LO3. Travel the Excavator
LO4. Perform excavation work
LO5. Perform loading operation
LO6. Perform lifting operation

Details of Learning Outcomes:

 LO1. Load excavator to Truck/Trailer (Low)

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Appropriate and  Perform loading Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
suitable trailer for and unloading of must be provided Learning  Written test
transporting the hydraulic exca- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
Hydraulic Excava- vator to low-bed
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
tor is considered trailer  Operations and
according to re-  Explain and per- maintenance  Demonstration interview
quirements. form securing of manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
2. Coordination and hydraulic exca-  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
communication vator ment  Portfolio
with authorized  Explain and  Pre-operation
signalman main- demonstrate inspection
tained during verbal instruc- checklist
loading. tions and signals  Workplace situ-
3. Excavator is  Safety practices ation
loaded in correct on loading and  Handouts/in-
position using ad- unloading proce- structional ma-
equate ramp dures terials
based on safe op-  Proper tie-down
erating procedure. procedures of
4. Proper positioning the equipment
of sprocket/  Observation of
wheels are ob- company rules
served according and regulations
to safe working
procedure
5. Arm is properly
positioned while
Hydraulic Excava-
tor is being loaded
on a truck trailer
bed.
6. All safety locks
and controls are
properly secured.
7. Bucket is properly
rested based on
safe work proce-
dure.
8. Tracks (UC) or
wheels are se-
cured with stopper
blocks and
binders.
9. Control and
brakes are
checked in line
with safety proce-
dure and prior to
starting/moving
the machine.
10. Unexpected situa-
tions are re-
sponded to in line
with company
rules and regula-
tions in a manner
that minimizes
risk to personnel
and equipment..
LO2. Unload equipment from Truck/Trailer (Low)

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Coordination and  Perform loading Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
communication with and unloading of must be provided Learning  Written test
authorized signal- hydraulic exca- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
man is maintained vator to low-bed
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
during unloading. trailer  Operations and
2. Arm is properly po-  Explain and per- maintenance  Demonstration interview
sitioned while Hy- form securing of manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
draulic Excavator is hydraulic exca-  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
being unloaded vator ment  Portfolio
from truck/trailer  Explain and  Pre-operation
bed. demonstrate inspection
3. All safety locks and verbal instruc- checklist
controls are set at tions and signals  Workplace situ-
required position.  Safety practices ation
4. Hydraulic Excavator on loading and  Handouts/in-
is unloaded in cor- unloading proce- structional ma-
rect TR HEAVY dures terials
EQUIPMENT  Proper tie-down
OPERATION Pro- procedures of
mulgated Decem- the equipment
ber 2004/July 2007
position using ade-
 Observation of
quate ramp based company rules
on safe operating and regulations
procedure.
5. Binders and stop-
per blocks are re-
moved prior to un-
loading operation.
6. Controls and
brakes are checked
in line with safety
procedure and prior
to starting/moving
the machine.
7. Unexpected situa-
tions are responded
to in line with com-
pany rules and reg-
ulations in a man-
ner that minimizes
risk to personnel
and equipment..

LO3. Travel the Excavator

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Work area is sur-  Enumerate dif- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
veyed for safe ac- ferent road and must be provided Learning  Written test
cessibility or po- weather condi- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
tential hazards in tions
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
accordance with  Identify potential  Operations and
safe operating hazards in work maintenance  Demonstration interview
procedures. area manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
2. Correct boom/arm  Explain proce-  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
angle position is dures in re- ment  Portfolio
maintained. sponding to un-  Pre-operation
3. Sprocket/wheels expected situa- inspection
are positioned ac- tions checklist
cording to correct  Perform travel  Workplace situ-
travelling posture. ation
operation
4. Bucket to ground  Handouts/in-
clearance is main- structional ma-
tained in accor- terials
dance with safety
standards.
5. Appropriate travel
speed is observed
with or without
load and accord-
ing to safety stan-
dards
6. Unexpected situa-
tions are re-
sponded to in line
with company
rules and regula-
tions in a manner
that minimizes risk
to personnel and
equipment.

LO4. Perform excavation work

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Work site inspection  Explain and per- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
is performed in ac- form positioning must be provided Learning  Written test
cordance with of work equip- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
safety require- ment
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
ments.  Explain and per-  Operations and
2. Engine RPM is set maintenance  Demonstration interview
form excavation
at desired operating work manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
condition.  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
3. Work equipment is ment  Portfolio
properly positioned  Pre-operation
according to correct inspection
operating proce- checklist
dure.  Workplace situ-
4. Bucket penetration ation
angle position is ob-  Handouts/in-
served. structional ma-
5. Correct operation of terials
arm and boom is
observed during
scooping of exca-
vated materials.
6. Required excava-
tion dimensions are
observed according
to work specifica-
tions.
7. Unexpected situa-
tions are responded
to in line with com-
pany rules and reg-
ulations in a man-
ner that minimizes
risk to personnel
and equipment.

LO5. Perform loading operation

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Criteria Methods
1. Hydraulic Ex-  Explain and per- Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
cavator is form positioning must be provided Learning  Written test
properly posi- of hydraulic ex- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
tioned accord- cavator
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
ing to ground  Explain and per-  Operations and
condition. maintenance  Demonstration interview
form loading op-
2. Engine RPM is set eration proce- manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
at desired operat- dures  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
ing condition. ment  Portfolio
3. Swing angle is  Pre-operation
maintained ac- inspection
cording to the re- checklist
quired distance  Workplace situ-
and position of ation
mobile/ stationary  Handouts/in-
equipment. structional ma-
4. Proper loading se- terials
quence is ob-
served based on
standard operat-
ing procedure.
5. Unexpected situa-
tions are re-
sponded to in line
with company
rules and regula-
tions in a manner
that minimizes risk
to personnel and
equipment.

LO6. Perform lifting operation

 Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Engine RPM is set  Explain how to Students/trainees Face to face Face to Face
at desired operat- determine must be provided Learning  Written test
ing condition. weight and clas- with the following:
 Group  Practical test
2. Correct rigging of sification of the
Discussion  Oral Questioning/
load is observed load  Operations and
in accordance  Explain how to maintenance  Demonstration interview
with safe lifting read and inter- manual  Lecture  Direct Observa-
procedure. pret load chart  Unit of equip-  Simulation tion
3. Tipping radius is  Explain and per- ment  Portfolio
checked and con- form lifting oper-  Pre-operation
firmed according ation procedures inspection
to lifting capacity checklist
of the machine.  Workplace situ-
4. Proper placing of ation
load is observed  Handouts/in-
when performing structional ma-
lifting with the load terials
over the front.
5. Unexpected situa-
tions are re-
sponded to in line
with company
rules and regula-
tions in a manner
that minimizes risk
to personnel and
equipment.