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Candidate Name
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Assessor Name
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Date of Assessment
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Location of Assessment
Ground Saw - Theoretical Assessment
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The following is an assessment ascertaining your ability to use the Ground Saw in a safe and efficient manner. It is made up of both multiple choice and written answers. You have twenty minutes to complete the assessment.
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1. What must be inspected during the pre start check of the Ground Saw (select all correct answers)
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A) Hydraulic oil
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B) Engine oil
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C) Drive belt tension
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D) Blade & carbide teeth condition
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E) Coolant level
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2. What other visual inspections would you make during the pre start check
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A) Oil leaks on engine
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B) Belt and blade guards are in place
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C) Air filter condition
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D) All of the above
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3. What extra P.P.E must be worn when using the Ground Saw
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A) Dust mask
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B) Fall arrest harness
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C) Hearing protection
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D) Eye protection
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E) Gloves
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4. True or false:
It is acceptable to operate the Ground Saw without your dig site being positively located by a competent locator, even if you believe there is no assets in the ground -
A) True
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B) False
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5. True or false:
Once deemed competent, you are not required to use a spotter when using the Ground Saw -
A) True
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B) False
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6. In your own words, list at least 3 assets that are commonly encountered underground when conducting civil works
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1.
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3.
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7. In your own words, what must be put in place before any work can proceed that will warn and isolate the public from your work site.
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1.
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8. Before you may begin trenching, which of the following must be consulted/adhered to
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A) DBYD
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B) Asset location of site
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C) SWMS
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D) Start Card/JSEA
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E) All of the above
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Verification of Competency
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Candidate has been deemed capable or not yet capable
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Capable
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Not yet capable
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Sign Off
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Candidate signature
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Assessor signature
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