The Civil Construction Technical Training Program (CCTTP) has been developed for industry by Major Road Projects Victoria, within the Major to increase Transport Infrastructure Authority, in partnership with the North East Link Project and the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning. It aims to increase technical capability and improve the quality of road and bridge civil construction by delivering standardised technical information and training. This program will create training that is accessible and industry‐led for new and existing Major Transport Infrastructure Authority and Contractor workforce. The Earthworks Construction Training Course is part of the CCTTP.
This course aims to enhance participants’ basic earthworks and formation good practice knowledge and provide confidence when undertaking earthworks and road formation. These are identified as the understanding of:
· The relevant technical specifications and requirements for earthworks construction
· Basic construction methods and equipment
· Environmental requirements
· Health and safety requirements
· Importance of quality control