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 to use concreting materials and equipment | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply concrete materials and equipment documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks |
2. Identify and select hand and power tools | 2.1 Identify and select hand and power tools, according to their functions, operations, limitations and ability to meet the job requirement 2.2 Check lubricants, hydraulic fluid and water 2.3 Check tools, including leads and hoses, for tags, serviceability and safety, and report any faults 2.4 Check and maintain power tool guards, retaining bolts, couplings, gauges and controls in accordance with manufacturer recommendations 2.5 Select equipment to hold or support material during operation |
3. Use tools | 3.1 Use hand tools appropriate to the task and materials 3.2 Use power tools for their intended purpose safely and effectively 3.3 Sharpen and maintain tools |
4. Identify, select and use plant and equipment | 4.1 Check plant and equipment for safety and report faults 4.2 Select and use plant and equipment matched to the work task 4.3 Check lubricants, hydraulic fluid and water 4.4 Maintain plant and equipment |
5. Clean up | 5.1 Clear the work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle material 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices |
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 use of concrete materials and equipment including:
accessing, interpreting and applying documentation relevant to using concreting materials and equipment
identifying and applying relevant specifications to all work activities
identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks
identifying, obtaining, confirming and implementing signage requirements
selecting and checking for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the use of concrete materials and equipment in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:
preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
using a range of communication techniques and aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones
monitoring movements and hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process
demonstrates completion of the use of concrete materials and equipment that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
identifying and verifying use for concrete materials including:
aggregates
cement
form release agents
non-toxic materials, including general concreting materials
sand
water
identifying and verifying concrete material components including:
bar chairs
bracing
plastic membrane
reinforcement mesh
spacers
steel and timber formwork
identifying and using the correct handling procedures for the following:
calculation of quantities
manual handling, including:
carrying materials using correct lifting techniques
control of waste
using pallets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
protection of materials
stacking and storing of materials
identifying, selecting and using concrete tools and carrying out required checks prior to use including:
floats
shovels
screeds
vibrating equipment
using relevant tools appropriate to the task and materials
identifying, selecting and using and maintaining plant and equipment
clearing work area and disposing of, recycling or storing materials cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing plant, tools and equipment
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in using concreting materials and equipment through:
accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
identifying and managing risks
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
setting up work activity
signage, erecting barriers and traffic control
work health and safety
managing waste
selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
carrying out work to specifications
manufacturer’s design specifications
applying effective techniques for the use of concreting materials and equipment
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 must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; 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