Assessor Resource

PMC552054C
Spin concrete pipes

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency applies to operators who are responsible for spinning concrete pipes of various sizes in a concrete plant. It includes the operation of all ancillary equipment.

This competency is typically performed by operators working either independently or as part of a work team.

This unit of competency covers the operation of pipe spinning equipment and the production of spun concrete pipes. It involves ensuring the mould is correctly assembled, loading and operating equipment correctly, monitoring the process and removing and inspecting the product.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that the equipment and process be understood and that the importance of critical material properties is known. Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise and analyse potential situations requiring action and then in reporting the condition to the appropriate individual.

Consistent performance at the required standard should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:

types of concrete to be spun and its additives are able to be identified

individual material feed and distribution systems are understood

OHS and safe work practices are followed

mould is carefully checked for defects to ensure it is safe to spin

unsafe spinning conditions are recognised and appropriate action taken

mould and pipe transfer movements are monitored and appropriate safe working practices employed

signage, tags and isolation procedures are conformed to

basic maintenance and inspection practices are carried out.

Competence must be demonstrated in the operation of all ancillary equipment to the level required for this unit of competency.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.

Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.

Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.

Method of assessment

Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills include:

recognising conditions leading to unsafe machine operation and taking appropriate action

recognising conditions which will lead to out of specification product and taking appropriate action

implementing the enterprise's procedures and relevant regulatory requirementswithin time constraints and in a manner relevant to the operation of the equipment

conveying information relevant to the operation clearly and effectively

reading and numeracy to interpret workplace documents and technical information

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

operational aspects of the spinning equipment being employed

appropriate safety procedures concerning the operation of the equipment

procedures relating to the reporting of hazardous conditions

appropriate shut down procedures

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Procedures

All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions

Typical problems

Typical problems may include:

maintaining correct sectional thicknesses and distribution of materials

selecting optimum spinning speeds and conditions for the size of pipe being produced

correctly selecting and positioning/securing cages and inserts in moulds

OHS

All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Check mould for distortion, cracks or other defects 
Clean mould cavity and apply stripping agent 
Check and insert reinforcing cage and/or other fitments and secure in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Check cover to steel and fix or report as appropriate 
Check holding of cage 
Assemble mould and secure in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Move pipe mould to spinning equipment 
Load pipe mould onto spinning equipment 
Check that mould is stabilised and correctly mounted on rollers 
Make adjustments to equipment settings to ensure conformance with procedures/work instructions 
Notify appropriate personnel of intention to start spinning equipment 
Conduct additional pre-start checks as required in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Ensure an adequate supply of the specified concrete mix is available to meet production requirements 
Start spinning equipment in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Monitor instrument/control panels and adjust rate of spin and material flow as necessary to remain within specified operating parameters 
Make observations of plant and equipment at specified intervals to identify any anomalies in procedures/work instructions 
Maximise product throughput and efficiency to maintain target parameters 
Communicate with appropriate personnel regarding the status of operations in line with enterprise requirements 
Employ safe working practices which conform to occupational health and safety (OHS) and enterprise requirements 
Float/finish pipes as required 
Remove spun pipe and mould from spinning equipment 
Inspect inside diameter of pipe, ends and inside surface finish 
Undertake any repairs to pipe caused by irregularities in material flow 
Move pipe to curing tunnel or kiln in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Monitor curing of pipe to ensure compliance with enterprise quality requirements 
Remove pipe and mould from curing equipment 
Remove any separators, non-permanent inserts, plugs or blinds 
Disassemble mould and release pipe in accordance with safe working practice and procedures/work instructions 
Return mould segments for reuse or storage in accordance with enterprise storage quality requirements 
Inspect pipe outside diameter and ends/flanges for defects 
Make allowable repairs in accordance with specification and procedures/work instructions 
Identify and mark pipe with appropriate brand or identification number 
Apply appropriate interior surface coatings or coverings as required by the specification 
Move pipe and store in compliance with enterprise storage quality/quantity requirements 
Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation 
Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions 
Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions 
Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person 

Forms

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