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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for constructing and dismantling fences and gates
   • Access, interpret and apply fences and gates documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
   • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
   • Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage
   • Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
   • Identify environmental protection requirements
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Erect fences
   • Set out fence line and post positions
   • Erect fence posts in place and plumb to alignment
   • Fix fence rails/wire, cladding or mesh to posts
   • Finish fencing to completed construction condition requirements
3. Erect gates and signage
   • Fit and secure gates
   • Install signage at entry gates
4. Remove and make good
   • Dismantle fences and gates and remove them from site
   • Make area good to work specification
5. Conduct housekeeping activities
   • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
   • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
   • Manage/report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
   • Process written records

Performance Evidence

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the construction and dismantling of fences and gates including:

selecting and using relevant tools/equipment

using fencing construction systems

using anchoring systems

communicating effectively to clarify work/plans/specifications

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the construction and dismantling of fences and gates in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

demonstrates completion of constructing and dismantling fences and gates that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completion of the erection and dismantling of fencing to enclose an area of at least 100m² including at least one (1) gate to specifications

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when constructing and dismantling fences and gates:

accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

using JSAs/JSEA/safe work methods

achieving project quality outcomes

identifying and reporting on hazards related to the worksite and work activity

applying materials handling methods and using safety data sheets

organising work activities

using relevant tools and equipment safely

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

site safety and security isolation techniques

site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

using civil construction terminology

different fencing and anchoring systems

completing housekeeping activities

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