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IPWEAQ Endorsed and Industry Approved

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Bridge Inspection

The IPWEAQ 3-day workshop will assist participants to develop the knowledge and skills to conduct Level 1 and 2 inspections in accordance with industry best practice. Attendees should have a basic knowledge of bridges and culverts. 

RIICSG405E: Carry out inspections of civil structures
RIIIMG301E: Maintain site records
RIIRIS301E: Apply risk management processes
 

The IPWEAQ 3-day workshop will assist participants to develop the knowledge and skills to conduct Level 1 and 2 inspections in accordance with industry best practice. Attendees should have a basic knowledge of bridges and culverts. 

  • A Level 1 routine maintenance inspection is required to check the general serviceability of the structure, particularly for the safety of road users, and identify any emerging problems.
  • A Level 2 condition rating inspection is a key step in assessing the effectiveness of past maintenance treatments and identifying current maintenance needs to assist in the forecasting future changes in condition and estimating future budget requirements of structures across the network.

The Level One content is covered on Day 1 and the morning of Day 2. Level 2 then continues from the afternoon of Day 2 until the end of Day 3. Participants who wish to complete Level  2 are required to attend all three days.

Bridge Inspection Levels 1 & 2
Bridges and other structures are crucial asset elements of the infrastructure network. It is essential that their condition is monitored and repairs are planned and completed in an efficient and timely manner. The systemic inspection, condition rating and monitoring of these assets are vital components to managing the lifestyle of these structures.


Assessment
Mapped to the nationally recognised unit of competency, student assessment for the theory/knowledge component is required. A workbook shall be satisfactorily completed throughout the course.
To receive the Statement of Attainment (SOA) through RudTek, participants must complete their theory and practical assessments online with supporting workplace documentation.  

Who should do this course?
Anyone working in the following fields;

  • Road and bridge maintenance field staff
  • Road and bridge maintenance field staff
  • Existing Level 1 and 2 Inspectors
  • Leading hands
  • Works Supervisors
  • Inspectors
  • Engineers
  • Consultants
  • Contractors

Outcomes
The IPWEAQ workshop provides the underpinning knowledge to align with nationally recognised units of competency.  A formal assessment pathway is available for participants looking to achieve a competency outcome from this training. Attending this workshop along with formal assessments undertaken both during and after the workshop, will be used to provide the underpinning knowledge you will need to complete the assessment tasks for this skill set.

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