Required skills

Required skills for this unit are

communication skills to

enable clear and direct communication using questioning to identify and confirm requirements share information listen and understand

read and interpret

MSDS

refractory plans and specifications

test certificates

other relevant documentation

use and interpret nonverbal communication

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

numeracy skills to interpret mathematical information calculate material quantities and measure accurately

organisational skills including the ability to plan for and set out work

teamwork skills and the ability to work with others to ensure coordination and cooperation between self and others

technical skills to ensure ability to select and use relevant plant tools and equipment

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is

Building Code of Australia BCA and other Australian standards relevant to the nature of work and materials being used

characteristics and applications of different materials used in refractory brickwork

methods and processes relating to the use of refractory bricks and insulation materials for the construction of fire resistant structures

organisational procedures for the acquisition of materials

workplace and equipment safety requirements including relevant statutory regulations codes and standards

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

This unit of competency could be assessed by carrying out relevant preparations for refractory work It should include analysis and interpretation of the plans and specifications demonstrated understanding of all aspects detailed in the plans implementation of safety precautions and correct selection of relevant materials and equipment

This unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment provided that simulated or projectbased assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions materials activities responsibilities and procedures

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to

demonstrate understanding of the purpose and application of refractory bricklaying

comply with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations

use safe and effective procedures to handle hazardous materials

apply organisational quality procedures and processes within context of constructing or repairing structures employing refractory materials

read and interpret twodimensional refractory plans and specifications

select and use processes tools and equipment appropriate to job requirements

prepare materials and samples in accordance with job requirements

identify typical faults and problems with materials and equipment that occur and necessary action to rectify

communicate effectively with others to ensure safe work site operations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an offsite context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards requirements

Resource implications for assessment include

materials appropriate to refractory brickwork

plant tools and equipment relevant to refractory brickwork

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources and the provision of appropriate assessment support

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the persons demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct indirect and supplementary evidence

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties such as existing supervisors team leaders or specialist training staff

General and detailed refractory plans include:

Signs and symbols relate to:

Notes include:

Materials include:

Safety precautions include:

OHS requirements include:

Tools and equipment include: