Assessor Resource

RIICCM204D
Place and fix reinforcement materials

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to place and fix reinforcement materials in Civil Construction.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

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



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

1. Plan and prepare for placing and fixing reinforcement materials

1.1 Access, interpret and apply reinforcement materials documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage/barricade requirements

1.4 Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities

1.5 Check stock of required reinforcement materials

1.6 Identify and apply environmental protection requirements

1.7 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Reinforcement preparation

2.1 Check formwork for completion and conformity to receive reinforcement

2.2 Cut and bend reinforcement bars to required set out and plans/specifications

2.3 Tie bars to designed configuration

2.4 Cut reinforcement sheets to required sizes

2.5 Attach stiffening rods to panels as required to facilitate handling processes

2.6 Locate bar chairs/spacers to requirements of reinforcement schedule and plans/specifications

3. Place and fix reinforcement

3.1 Place fabric reinforcement sheets into position in accordance with engineer’s drawings and specifications

3.2 Locate and position reinforcement bars

3.3 Locate and place reinforcement using bar chairs, ligatures and spacers

3.4 Ensure reinforcement material is supported and secured into position

3.5 Secure cast-in items to reinforcement

3.6 Cover and protect ends of protruding reinforcement material

4. Check reinforcement prior to concrete pour

4.1 Check location and position of reinforcement and fixing ties to reinforcement for accuracy

4.2 Check depth of coverage, clearance, spacing and overlap of reinforcement material in accordance with engineer’s drawings/job specifications

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

5.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

5.4 Process written records

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the placing and fixing of reinforcement materials including:

selecting and using relevant tools and equipment

completing formwork

completing concreting

checking stock of reinforcement materials for correct type and quantity against reinforcement schedule and details in plans/specifications

communicating effectively to clarify instructions/information

completion of housekeeping activities

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the placing and fixing reinforcement materials in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

demonstrates completion of placing and fixing reinforcement materials that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing the placement and fixing of reinforcement materials to specification on different jobs and involving deformed bars, rods and mesh sheets

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when placing and fixing reinforcement materials:

accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

identifying and reporting on hazards

using operational tools and equipment safely and effectively

achieving project quality and accuracy

using JSA’s/JSEA/Safe work methods

site isolation and traffic control

planning and organising work activities

working with civil construction terminology

reading and interpreting engineering drawings

identifying steel reinforcement characteristics

identifying concrete characteristics and properties

using structural technology

using construction principles

identifying equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

using safety data sheet and materials handling methods

carrying out operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment;

where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare for placing and fixing reinforcement materials

1.1 Access, interpret and apply reinforcement materials documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage/barricade requirements

1.4 Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities

1.5 Check stock of required reinforcement materials

1.6 Identify and apply environmental protection requirements

1.7 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Reinforcement preparation

2.1 Check formwork for completion and conformity to receive reinforcement

2.2 Cut and bend reinforcement bars to required set out and plans/specifications

2.3 Tie bars to designed configuration

2.4 Cut reinforcement sheets to required sizes

2.5 Attach stiffening rods to panels as required to facilitate handling processes

2.6 Locate bar chairs/spacers to requirements of reinforcement schedule and plans/specifications

3. Place and fix reinforcement

3.1 Place fabric reinforcement sheets into position in accordance with engineer’s drawings and specifications

3.2 Locate and position reinforcement bars

3.3 Locate and place reinforcement using bar chairs, ligatures and spacers

3.4 Ensure reinforcement material is supported and secured into position

3.5 Secure cast-in items to reinforcement

3.6 Cover and protect ends of protruding reinforcement material

4. Check reinforcement prior to concrete pour

4.1 Check location and position of reinforcement and fixing ties to reinforcement for accuracy

4.2 Check depth of coverage, clearance, spacing and overlap of reinforcement material in accordance with engineer’s drawings/job specifications

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

5.3 Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

5.4 Process written records

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the placing and fixing of reinforcement materials including:

selecting and using relevant tools and equipment

completing formwork

completing concreting

checking stock of reinforcement materials for correct type and quantity against reinforcement schedule and details in plans/specifications

communicating effectively to clarify instructions/information

completion of housekeeping activities

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the placing and fixing reinforcement materials in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

demonstrates completion of placing and fixing reinforcement materials that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing the placement and fixing of reinforcement materials to specification on different jobs and involving deformed bars, rods and mesh sheets

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when placing and fixing reinforcement materials:

accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

identifying and reporting on hazards

using operational tools and equipment safely and effectively

achieving project quality and accuracy

using JSA’s/JSEA/Safe work methods

site isolation and traffic control

planning and organising work activities

working with civil construction terminology

reading and interpreting engineering drawings

identifying steel reinforcement characteristics

identifying concrete characteristics and properties

using structural technology

using construction principles

identifying equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

using safety data sheet and materials handling methods

carrying out operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment;

where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply reinforcement materials documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage/barricade requirements 
Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities 
Check stock of required reinforcement materials 
Identify and apply environmental protection requirements 
Select and wear correct personal protective equipment 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Check formwork for completion and conformity to receive reinforcement 
Cut and bend reinforcement bars to required set out and plans/specifications 
Tie bars to designed configuration 
Cut reinforcement sheets to required sizes 
Attach stiffening rods to panels as required to facilitate handling processes 
Locate bar chairs/spacers to requirements of reinforcement schedule and plans/specifications 
Place fabric reinforcement sheets into position in accordance with engineer’s drawings and specifications 
Locate and position reinforcement bars 
Locate and place reinforcement using bar chairs, ligatures and spacers 
Ensure reinforcement material is supported and secured into position 
Secure cast-in items to reinforcement 
Cover and protect ends of protruding reinforcement material 
Check location and position of reinforcement and fixing ties to reinforcement for accuracy 
Check depth of coverage, clearance, spacing and overlap of reinforcement material in accordance with engineer’s drawings/job specifications 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process written records 

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