Elements and Performance Criteria
- Erect and strip simple formwork.
- Formwork design is identified from drawings.
- Formwork is erected safely on commencement.
- Form release agent is applied to erected formwork where specified.
- Timber components are de-nailed following stripping of formwork.
- Components are cleaned, stacked and stored for reuse or bundled for removal.
- Formwork components are removed from site.
- Place and tie reinforcement.
- Reinforcing components are handled and positioned safely.
- Reinforcing bars and mesh are positioned.
- Bar chairs and spacers are positioned, with minimum edge cover.
- Formwork or excavation is cleaned of excess material and debris prior to concrete placement.
- Concrete is safely transported by wheelbarrow.
- Pump line/chute is controlled and concrete placed.
- Concrete is placed in formwork to specified depth.
- Concrete is screeded to the alignment of formwork and project specified datums.
- Surface of concrete is finished in accordance with specifications.
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice and job specification.
- Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.