Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare.
- Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and preparation purposes.
- Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies.
- Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
- Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
- Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans and specifications and quality requirements.
- Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
- Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority requirements applied.
- Pavers are marked and cut.
- Segmental pavers are selected for cutting.
- Pavers for cutting are measured and marked for required types of cuts.
- Cutting saws are set up ensuring that they are level, trays are rolling freely and overflow water is discarded appropriately adhering to local regulations.
- Saw blades are examined to determine sharpness and, if water cooled, that water is supplied at the required quantities.
- Protective equipment for eyes, ears and breathing is appropriate, in serviceable condition and used to manufacturer specifications.
- Pavers are cut accurately within industry tolerances.
- Clean up.
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, 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.