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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Establish facilities for concrete construction
  2. Carry out basic concreting operations
  3. Select and install steel reinforcing when required
  4. Set up formwork and falsework when required
  5. Maintain records of concrete structures

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

written and verbal communication

reading and interpreting plans and specifications plant and equipment capabilities and estimating plant output

civil works construction techniques and methods

measurement and methods of setting out

calculating quantities

tradespecific skills related to work undertaken

material testing and translation

Required Knowledge

OHS requirements

construction and maintenance practices associated with construction and maintenance of concrete structures

materials technology associated with construction and maintenance of concrete structures

work scheduling inspection testing and monitoring

work site traffic management

monitoring and testing methods and procedures

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Evidence Required

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Appropriate materials construction methods and processes are used in the construction and maintenance of concrete structures

Plans and specifications are adhered to

Safety on work sites is ensured

Australian standards codes of practice and advisory standards are met

Context of assessment

May be assessed

on the job

simulated workplace environment

written assignment

shortanswer test

oral questioning

observation

or any combination of the above

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables

Resource implications

In accordance with a range of variable requirements


Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Types of construction materials may include:

reinforcing steel

steel mesh

timber

ply boards

geofabrics

cement

pre-cast concrete components

ready-mix concrete

concrete

mortars.

Formwork and falsework may include:

timber

steel

ply boards

scaffolding and fittings

propriety steel and timber forms

falsework foundations

form sealant and oils

boxing

slip form.

Concrete may include:

basket box

wheelbarrow

concrete mixer

pumping

crane kibble

boom

hand screeds

wooden floats

aluminium floats

edging tools.

Concrete structures may include:

kerb and channel (pre-cast or cast in situ)

concrete slabs

concrete foundations

retaining walls

manholes (pre-cast or cast in situ)

gully inlets

footpaths

bikeways.

Relevant standards may include:

Australian standards, codes of practice and other relevant standards associated with concrete construction.

Records may include:

test reports

job diaries

instructions

correspondence

time sheets

accident reports

costing sheets.

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