Assessor Resource
PMC553050C
Produce architectural precast concrete
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit of competency applies to operators in a concrete plant who are responsible for producing precast architectural concrete components. It includes the operation of all ancillary equipment. It includes reinforcement (not prestressed) and the operation of casting and vibrating equipment. The product will generally require finishing and/or veneering once cured.
This unit of competency includes:
placement of reinforcing
compaction using vibrating tables and immersion vibrators as appropriate to the enterprise
curing by water, steam, membrane or other heat sources as appropriate to the enterprise
preparation for (a selected range of) finishing techniques including water washing, retarding, sandblasting, off-form, acid etching, bush hammering, honing, polishing and glass reinforced concrete (GRC).
This competency is typically performed by an experienced operator, leading hand or supervisor working under the supervision of a principal contractor and architect.
This unit of competency covers the production of architectural precast concrete products. It involves preparing the mould and reinforcement, selecting the necessary tools and materials and ensuring finished product is to specification.
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