1

Assess demolition site and scope of work.

1.1

Demolition plan is reviewed and site inspected to evaluate size and complexity of demolition tasks.

1.2

Concurrent work of other construction teams is assessed and communication channels established or confirmed.

1.3

Site access and egress and traffic management plan are assessed, and additional provisions or changes negotiated as required.

1.4

Provisions for site storage and amenities are assessed and additional provisions or changes arranged as required.

1.5

General site work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements are confirmed and applied to planning.

1.6

Regulatory compliance requirements are confirmed and applied to planning.

1.7

HAZMAT audits are arranged prior to demolition work start date and findings are applied to planning.

2

Schedule demolition activities.

2.1

Demolition plan is analysed and individual demolition tasks prioritised according to WHS, site and resourcerequirements.

2.2

Concurrent tasks are planned and sequenced to maximise efficient use of resources.

2.3

Resource hours required for individual demolition tasks are estimated with allowances for contingencies.

2.4

Timelines for different project stages are calculated, compared to demolition plan, and adjustments are made as required.

2.5

Project schedule is prepared, reviewed by relevant personnel, amended as required and processed according to workplace requirements.

3

Prepare safe work method statements for individual demolition activities.

3.1

Hazards and risks associated with each demolition task are assessed by site inspection, discussion with relevant WHS and site personnel, and consideration of sequencing of tasks.

3.2

Risk management strategies are analysed according to the hierarchy of controls in consultation with relevant WHS and site personnel.

3.3

Safe work method statement (SWMS) is prepared for each demolition task with instructions for review immediately before work starts to re-assess work site conditions resulting from previous tasks.

4

Arrange resources for demolition activities.

4.1

Resource requirements for demolition tasks are confirmed, and requirements for concurrent tasks calculated according to project schedule.

4.2

Arrangements are made for delivery of required plant, tools and equipment according to project schedule.

4.3

Specialised skill requirements for different project stages are determined and skills of available team members assessed to identify skill shortages.

4.4

Recruitment of additional team members with required skills is conducted and completed within required timeframe for prompt start to work.

4.5

Team members are allocated to tasks and human resource requirements for all project stages are checked and confirmed as complete.

5

Conduct site induction and team briefing for demolition project.

5.1

Site tour and general site induction regarding safety and environmental requirements are arranged or conducted according to project and workplace requirements.

5.2

Details of task allocations and scheduling are explained and discussed, and team understanding of work requirements is confirmed.

5.3

Concurrent work of other construction teams, and interactions and communication channels, are explained and understanding of team members is confirmed.

5.4

Provisions for dealing with risks, hazards and contingencies are explained, and understanding of team members is confirmed.

5.5

Team members are encouraged to ask questions for clarification at all stages of the work and to provide suggestions for improvements in processes.

Required skills

learning skills to:

assimilate past experience to develop and implement solutions to problems

respond to change, such as differences in quality standards required by clients

numeracy skills to:

calculate resource requirements

schedule tasks

oral communication skills to:

conduct team briefings and direct staff

develop and maintain relationships with clients and other relevant personnel

reading skills to interpret contractual documentation

writing skills to prepare safe work method statements

Required knowledge

contract management strategies

customer service strategies

demolition procedures, techniques and safety requirements

demolition site inspection procedures

hazards and risks existing or arising on demolition sites and relevant risk management strategies

legislation, regulations, codes and standards relating to different stages of the demolition process

plant, tools and equipment required for demolition tasks, including:

permits and licences required

safe operating procedures

project management strategies

quality management strategies

team leadership strategies

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

This unit of competency could be assessed by reviewing the planning and preparation for individual demolition activities in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

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

A person should demonstrate the ability to plan and prepare for individual demolition tasks on two different large demolition projects, one of which must involve structures or installations above 15 metres, including:

interpreting and applying to planning:

contractual requirements

relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards, including WHS, environmental and quality requirements

inspecting demolition sites for existing hazards and risks and applying relevant risk management strategies to planning

planning demolition tasks to ensure:

efficient use of resources

timely completion of tasks to required standards

preparing safe work method statements for different demolition tasks in consultation with relevant personnel

briefing team members to ensure understanding of requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit:

must be in the context of the work environment

must meet relevant compliance requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure

realistic tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

support materials appropriate to activity, including:

access to industry information relating to legislation, regulations, codes and standards

contractual information and work specifications.

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using a combination of the following methods:

direct observation of tasks in real work conditions

questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing managers or specialist training staff.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

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.

Regulatory compliance requirements must include:

permits and licences for different tasks

noise limitations

lighting requirements

traffic movement requirements.

Demolition tasks must include:

manual demolition of:

floors

frame

roofs

structural members

walls

mechanical demolition, including work on suspended floors

induced collapse

tasks involving special conditions or requirements, such as:

arched roofs, domes, masonry and brick arches

basements, cellars and vaults

chimneys and spires

facade retention

lift shafts

pre- and post-tensioned concrete

pre-cast concrete panels

pylons and masts

storage tanks and pipelines

structurally unsound buildings or structures.

Resource requirements must include:

equipment

human resources, including personnel with:

specialised skills

licences to operate plant and equipment

materials

plant

tools.

Assessment of hazards and risks must include:

adjacent buildings

debris

exposure to:

dust

fumes

noise

ultraviolet (UV) rays

vibrations

evidence of undocumented damage, such as by:

fire

termites

fall hazards

fragile roofing

hazardous materials

lifting and handling of heavy materials and components

loading of demolition materials and plant on suspended floors

penetrations

people on site

pits

plant and equipment

services, including:

electricity

gas

telecommunications

water

which may be:

overhead

underground

undocumented

within elements of the structure

storage or placement of demolition materials, plant, tools and equipment

structural integrity of the building to be demolished at all stages of the project, such as after partial demolition of:

roof

walls

weather conditions, especially wind speed.