Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PMC552058B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Demould concrete products

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMC552058B - Demould concrete products
Description This unit of competency covers the dismantling, reassembling, lubrication and stock control of complex concrete product moulds.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency applies to operators who are responsible for removing a mould from a competed concrete product and preparing it for a new moulding operation.This unit of competency includes:timber, glass fibre, metal, plaster, latex rubber and other mouldsuse of hand tools as requiredinterpretation of production schedules/work cards as appropriateinterpreting plans or specificationsthe operation of all ancillary equipment.This competency is typically performed by operators working either independently or as part of a work team. It also includes the interpretation of drawings/plans.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Dismantle mould
  • Remove nuts and bolts as required
  • Remove mould
       
Element: Clean and inspect mould
  • Identify product faults from visual inspection
  • Identify mould faults from visual inspection
  • Dismantle mould as per work instructions
  • Check condition of all mould parts
  • Clean mould parts
       
Element: Reassemble mould
  • Identify product to be made
  • Interpret mould drawings/plans
  • Select and check required mould parts
  • Use correct mould setup jig
  • Assemble mould as per work instructions
  • Place and fix reinforcement cage as required
  • Check cover is adequate and fix or report as required
  • Check mould dimensions and tolerance
  • Check mould for joint leakage and correct if required
       
Element: Lubricate mould
  • Lubricate mould to standard
  • Store mould in correct location
       
Element: Maintain mould part stock control
  • Check stocks of spare parts
  • Advise supervisor of stock required, parts used and date of completed mould
       
Element: Rectify routine problems
  • Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with 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
       
Element: 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
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that the equipment be understood and that the importance of critical mould properties and dimensions is known. Competence must be demonstrated in the ability to recognise and analyse potential situations requiring action and then in implementing appropriate corrective action.

Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:

moulds are withdrawn for repair as required

moulds drawn from the mould store are in good order

stocks of spares are kept at appropriate levels

correct moulds are available for required jobs

mould is lubricated to standard

moulds are made consistently within an appropriate timeframe and with minimum faults

good OHS practice is used consistently.

Competence must be demonstrated in the operation of all ancillary equipment to the level required for this unit of competency.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations.

Assessment will occur over a range of situations which will include disruptions to normal, smooth operation.

Simulation or case studies/scenarios may be required to allow for timely assessment of parts of this unit of competency. Simulation should be based on the actual plant and will include 'walk-throughs' of the relevant competency components. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what ifs and questions will be required to probe the reasoning behind observable actions.

Method of assessment

Individual enterprises may choose to add prerequisites and co-requisites relevant to their processes.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills include:

recognising conditions which will lead to mould and dies being incorrectly assembled and taking appropriate action

implementing the enterprise's procedures within time constraints and in a manner relevant to the correct use of the equipment

conveying information relevant to the operation clearly and effectively

maintaining appropriate levels of quality assurance

recognising worn moulds and parts

reading and numeracy to interpret workplace documents and technical information

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

causes of mould wear

results of using worn moulds

problems resulting from mould leakage

required lubrication of mould

hazards from prestressed reinforcement

underlying causes of faults such as precipitated by:

mould

casting/operating

concrete mix

vibration

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Procedures

All operations are performed in accordance with standard procedures and work instructions

Typical problems

Typical problems may include:

recognition of parts requiring replacement (e.g. stretched rubber, missing bolts)

selection of appropriate mould parts to replace worn parts

interpretation of drawings and matching reinforcement and moulds to drawing

Occupational health and safety (OHS)

All operations are subject to stringent OHS requirements and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and OHS requirements, the OHS requirements take precedence

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Remove nuts and bolts as required 
Remove mould 
Identify product faults from visual inspection 
Identify mould faults from visual inspection 
Dismantle mould as per work instructions 
Check condition of all mould parts 
Clean mould parts 
Identify product to be made 
Interpret mould drawings/plans 
Select and check required mould parts 
Use correct mould setup jig 
Assemble mould as per work instructions 
Place and fix reinforcement cage as required 
Check cover is adequate and fix or report as required 
Check mould dimensions and tolerance 
Check mould for joint leakage and correct if required 
Lubricate mould to standard 
Store mould in correct location 
Check stocks of spare parts 
Advise supervisor of stock required, parts used and date of completed mould 
Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation 
Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with 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 
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 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PMC552058B - Demould concrete products
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Assessment Record Sheet

PMC552058B - Demould concrete products

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