Hire equipment service technician (HEST) - traffic management equipment refresher

Competence Framework / Occupation

Plant hire and sales

Duration

3 hours

Purpose/scope

The purpose of this standard is to give the hire service technician the required skills and knowledge to safely complete inspections and conduct service and routine repairs on traffic management equipment

Scope:

• types & components of traffic management equipment
• inspection
• pre-use checks
• equipment operational checks
• basic servicing
• fault diagnosis
• repairs
• record keeping
• legislation

Learner pre-requisites

Some plant mechanic experience and a basic knowledge of traffic management equipment terminology and techniques would be beneficial

Instruction/ supervision

As a minimum, course instructors must be able to demonstrate that, in relation to this standard, they have:

• a qualified trainer
• be a qualified plant mechanic (NVQ level 2)
• a verifiable CV

Delivery

All materials and equipment must be of a suitable quality and quantity for candidates to achieve learning outcomes and must comply with relevant legislation

the class size and candidate/instructor ratio must allow training to be delivered in a safe manner and enable candidates to achieve the learning outcomes

the following delivery methods may be used in the delivery of this standard:

• a blend of classroom and e-learning

this standard is predominantly practical training

this standard is considered to be set at an intermediate level

Assessment

Formal assessment

for the successful completion of training, candidates must complete an assessment

Quality assurance

Assured

quality assurance against this standard will require initial approval of the training organisation and their content mapped to the standard

CITB will also conduct an approval intervention, either desk-based or centre visit, to ensure the training organisation can meet the requirements of the training standard

approved training organisations (ATOs) will be required to present information on records of training and assessment upon request to CITB for desk-based analysis

they will also be visited annually by the CITB quality assurance team

Renewal

Renewal every 37 months

Buffer / grace period

4 months

Classification

Mandatory Renewal

Working Group approval date

November 2019

Review cycle

on request or 60 months (5 years) from approval date

Learning outcomes to be refreshed

The learner will be able to:

Describe different types of traffic management equipment and their components

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

equipment:

• traffic lights (tandem/single)
• stop/go boards (auto/manual)
• road signage (including variable message) with a variety of power sources and controls
  • battery powered
  • mains electric
  • diesel generator
  • cable-less
  • cable connected
• trailers (single/twin axle)
• road safety lighting, barriers
• cones
• contraflow delineation traffic posts
• road safety lamps
• speed ramps

Clean down equipment for inspection

Carry out visual inspections

Examine equipment for damage, faults and leaks plus use manufacturer schedules

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

items which may require attention such as:

• broken lights
• condition of tyres
• leaks
• damaged cables/pipe
• gauges and controls
• condition of trailer tow hook & jockey wheel
• visible accident damage to trailer/ light casings
• guard rails/trailer lighting board etc

Record findings using correct terminology

Understand and use manufacturer guidelines and employer standards

Understand risk assessments

Understand dangers associated with each power source

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

e.g. electric shock and explosion/fire

• Understand the importance of correct PPE and safe work zones
• Identify correct PPE for task and create a safe working area / zone off operating area to conduct basic checks
• Carry out pre-use checks prior to operation

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

diesel powered generators (including electrical system - alternator, voltage regulator, battery charger and control panel/instruments)

Follow manufacturer safe start up and operation procedures to check full functionality of all controls, switches, gauges, warning systems and equipment operation

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

diesel powered generators (including electrical system - alternator, voltage regulator, battery charger and control panel/instruments)

• Employ safe lifting techniques when handling traffic management equipment
• follow manufacturer safe start up and operation procedures to check full functionality of equipment

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

full functionality of all power sources

• (diesel, battery)
• switches and gauges/warning systems
• inter unit radio control communication
• levelling systems (manual and hydraulic)
• power generation
• traffic light systems
• traffic information signs
• Carry out basic servicing to manufacturer schedules; check lists and technical specifications - across range of traffic management equipment

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

knowledge training will cover all aspects of internal combustion engine (lubrication, cooling and filters), battery maintenance and trailer braking systems

the technician will be able to conduct safe oil change procedures, levels checking and top-ups and change defective bulbs where possible

• Dispose of waste materials according to employer environmental waste disposal procedures
• Diagnose common faults on a range of traffic management equipment using electrical testing equipment

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

common faults including

• lighting
• cable –less communication
• fuel
• ignition faults
• electrical and generating systems issues

Describe hazards and controls to be used for conducting repairs

Identify components can be repaired or replaced without return to manufacturer’s agent

Carry out basic repairs across a range of traffic management equipment

Know what records need to be completed, how and when

Complete records for practical repair work carried out

Describe employer’s duty under section 6 of the health and safety at work act

Additional guidance to support learning outcome

section 6 of the health and safety at work act - companies have broad responsibilities for the safety of the products they hire out

this includes (so far as reasonably practicable) pre-hire testing and inspection to ensure continued safety, and the provision of information

Additional information about this standard

useful guidance is available on the HAE website under safety guidance notes

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