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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine the shape of the work piece
   • Check the specification, drawing or client instructions
   • Calculate the angle of decline to be applied to the work piece
   • Determine the number of access and egress points to facilitate movement of liquids through the work piece
   • Identify and obtain components, reinforcing and/or other fitments as required by the specification
2. Assemble and prepare the work piece
   • Establish a safe working environment which meets work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements
   • Identify and prepare the appropriate liner or cover
   • Secure and level in accordance with procedures/work instructions
   • Check that the base is stabilised and correctly mounted as required to facilitate lifting or moving
   • Position components, reinforcing and/or other fitments as required by the specification
3. Rough cast the work piece
   • Prepare the concrete mix or obtain the material from the batch preparation unit
   • Ensure an adequate supply of material is available to meet production requirements
   • Free form the concrete inside the work piece to meet the rough dimensions required by the specification
   • Ensure that components, reinforcing and/or other fitments do not move during rough casting
   • Employ safe working practices which conform to WHS and enterprise requirements
4. Finish the work piece
   • Prepare a finishing mixture for application to the work piece
   • Apply the finishing coating, trowelling and sleeking the surface to specification
   • Ensure the work piece cures according to procedures/work practices
   • Remove any separators, non-permanent inserts, plugs or blinds
   • Release work piece in accordance with safe working practice and procedures
   • Return mould segments for reuse or storage in accordance with enterprise storage quality requirements
5. Rectify routine problems
   • Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
   • Determine and rectify fault causes procedures/work instructions
   • Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
   • Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
   • Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
6. Inspect and store products
   • Inspect work piece for defects
   • Make allowable repairs in accordance with specifications and procedures/work instructions
   • Identify and mark work piece with appropriate brand or identification number
   • Apply appropriate surface coatings or coverings as required by the specification
   • Move work piece and store in compliance with enterprise storage quality/quantity requirements
7. Control hazards
   • Identify hazards from the job to be done
   • Identify other hazards in the work area
   • Assess the risks arising from those hazards
   • Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures

Range Statement

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
Regulatory framework	The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used. Applicable legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice include: health, safety and environmental (HSE) legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the workplace, equipment and production processes and hazardous materials Australian/international standards relevant to the materials being used and products being made any relevant licence and certification requirements. All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent HSE requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and such requirements the legislative requirements take precedence.
Procedures	All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures. Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or any combination of: job cards drawings emergency procedures work instructions standard operating procedures (SOPs) safe work method statements (SWMS) formulas/recipes batch sheets temporary instructions any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant.
Problems	Routine problems must be resolved by applying known solutions. Routine problems are predictable and include one or more of: variations in sectional thickness/distribution of materials variations in sectional profiles incorrect type, positioning, securing of reinforcing and fittings in moulds mould problems. Known solutions are drawn from one or more of: procedures training remembered experience. Non-routine problems must be reported according to according to relevant procedures.
Hazards	Hazards must be identified and controlled. Identifying hazards requires consideration of: heat, smoke, dust, vapours or other atmospheric hazards weight, shape, volume of materials to be handled hazardous products and materials sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions slippery surfaces, spills or leaks electricity gas gases and liquids under pressure noise rotational equipment or vibration plant services (steam, condensate, cooling water, etc) structural hazards equipment failures machinery, equipment and product mass limited head spaces or overhangs working at heights working in restricted or confined spaces other hazards that might arise.
Records and reports	Records include one or more of: log books/sheets electronic records job/work sheets other records used for the smooth running of the plant. Reports include one or more of: paper or electronic-based logs and reports verbal/radio reports reporting items found which require action.

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Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:

read and interpret drawings, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information

select and prepare moulds, fittings, equipment and materials to meet specifications

monitor key variables, including:

shape

dimensions

mounting and stability of base

placement and stability of reinforcing and fittings

supply of casting and finishing materials

product integrity and conformance to specification

rough cast the work piece with reinforcement and fittings

finish and cure the work piece

monitor product integrity and conformance to specification and make adjustments/repairs to meet product quality and production output specifications

demould products

handle/store products

apply safety procedures

apply housekeeping procedures

recognise out-of-specification products, process problems and materials faults

recognise routine and non-routine problems

identify when the operator is able to rectify problems, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance

take action to resolve problems or report them to appropriate personnel

distinguish between possible causes of routine problems, including:

raw material/mix variations

mould anomalies

casting/operating conditions

process errors

communicate effectively with team/work group and supervisors

read and interpret product specifications, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information

complete workplace records

do basic arithmetical manipulations, including additions, subtractions, divisions, fractions and percentages.

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Knowledge Evidence

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job sufficient to operate under routine only supervision and to solve routine problems, including knowledge of:

moulds and their application

causes and impact of mould wear

types of faults that can be repaired and related repair methods

role of reinforcement, types of reinforcement and significance of concrete cover

basic physics and chemistry relevant to the equipment/process/materials

the potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation/processes in relation to quality of product

factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies

routine problems, their probable causes and relevant corrective actions

organisation procedures relevant to the work environment/job role

hierarchy of control

hazards that may arise in the job/work environment and:

their possible causes

potential consequences

appropriate risk controls.

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