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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Adjust and level mould and accessories
   • Ensure position of mould base is level and stabilised according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
   • Adjust level of pipes and other accessories already fitted as required
2. Position and fit reinforcement and accessories
   • Place reinforcement in green concrete according to work as required
   • Place fittings/accessories in concrete to specification
3. Top up mould and finish
   • Top up and cover mould according to work instructions
   • Finish and patch product to specification
   • Clean mould and work site as required by good occupational hygiene practices
4. Rectify routine problems
   • Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
   • Determine and rectify fault causes by 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
5. 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 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: matching concrete to specification incorrect type or position of reinforcement incorrect type or position of fittings mould wear/damage variations in quality/amount/distribution of concrete in mould. 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.

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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 job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information

stabilise/level the mould

monitor key variables, including:

types of reinforcement and fittings

placement and securing of reinforcement and fittings

amount and distribution of concrete in mould

product integrity and conformance to specification

make adjustments to meet product quality and production output specifications

top up and cover mould according to work instructions

apply finishing/veneering techniques, including one (1) or more of:

screeding

floating

helicopter floating

brushing

identify hazards and apply relevant hazard controls

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:

variations in materials

wrong materials

mould anomalies

process errors

communicate effectively with team/work group and supervisors

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:

topping up and finishing process

common veneering techniques, including:

screeding

floating

helicopter floating

brushing

principles of concrete mixing

hazards from pre-stressed reinforcement

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

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

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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