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Evidence Guide: CPCCCA3018A - Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps

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CPCCCA3018A - Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Plan and prepare.

  1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information for planning and preparation purposes.
  2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies.
  3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
  4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with job requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
  5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements.
  6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
  7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied.
Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information for planning and preparation purposes.

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Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies.

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Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.

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Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with job requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.

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Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements.

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Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.

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Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied.

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Set out formwork.

  1. Design of stairs and/or ramps and method of joining formwork are identified from job drawings and specifications, and are checked to be in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
  2. Exit and ground finish levels are determined from plans, specifications and site inspection.
  3. Rise, going and pitch of stairs and ramp are determined from plans, specifications, site inspection, rise measurements and requirements of Building Code of Australia (BCA).
  4. Full size set out of stairs and ramp is calculated and made to determine rise, going and pitch of stairs to provide location of landings, stringers, treads and posts where specified.
  5. Location of stair, ramp and newels are determined from plans, specifications and pitch of stairs or full size set out.
  6. Location of footings are set out to layout of designed stairs and ramp from plans, specifications or full size set out, where specified.
  7. Materials for formwork, including stringers, are selected and set out to pitch of stairs with rises not exceeding specified space between treads.
Design of stairs and/or ramps and method of joining formwork are identified from job drawings and specifications, and are checked to be in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.

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Exit and ground finish levels are determined from plans, specifications and site inspection.

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Rise, going and pitch of stairs and ramp are determined from plans, specifications, site inspection, rise measurements and requirements of Building Code of Australia (BCA).

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Full size set out of stairs and ramp is calculated and made to determine rise, going and pitch of stairs to provide location of landings, stringers, treads and posts where specified.

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Location of stair, ramp and newels are determined from plans, specifications and pitch of stairs or full size set out.

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Location of footings are set out to layout of designed stairs and ramp from plans, specifications or full size set out, where specified.

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Materials for formwork, including stringers, are selected and set out to pitch of stairs with rises not exceeding specified space between treads.

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Assemble and erect formwork.

  1. Landing bearers and joists are placed, fixed and braced according to plans and specifications, where specified.
  2. Footings are checked for accuracy to requirements of plans and specifications.
  3. Stairs and/or ramp formwork soffit is erected and braced in accordance with plans and specifications.
  4. Formwork stringers are cut square to length and shape in accordance with set out and junction with newel posts, and are installed and braced.
  5. Metal angle brackets are screwed/bolted to formwork strings to set out locations of tread support.
  6. Formwork strings for stairs and ramps are located and fixed according to plans and specifications.
  7. Material for face of treads is set out, cut square to length and fixed to metal angle bracket according to plans and specifications.
  8. Risers are braced at mid-span to prevent deflection under the load of wet concrete.
  9. Newels are erected and temporarily braced to plumb position, where specified.
  10. Formwork tie bolts are located and secured to plans and specifications to maintain stair width where specified.
Landing bearers and joists are placed, fixed and braced according to plans and specifications, where specified.

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Footings are checked for accuracy to requirements of plans and specifications.

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Stairs and/or ramp formwork soffit is erected and braced in accordance with plans and specifications.

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Formwork stringers are cut square to length and shape in accordance with set out and junction with newel posts, and are installed and braced.

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Metal angle brackets are screwed/bolted to formwork strings to set out locations of tread support.

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Formwork strings for stairs and ramps are located and fixed according to plans and specifications.

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Material for face of treads is set out, cut square to length and fixed to metal angle bracket according to plans and specifications.

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Risers are braced at mid-span to prevent deflection under the load of wet concrete.

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Newels are erected and temporarily braced to plumb position, where specified.

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Formwork tie bolts are located and secured to plans and specifications to maintain stair width where specified.

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Strip formwork.

  1. Formwork and bracing are removed sequentially and safely.
  2. Timber components are de-nailed, cleaned and stored or stacked safely for reuse or removal from site.
  3. Steel components are cleaned, oiled and stored or stacked to manufacturer's maintenance recommendations.
  4. Damaged formwork components are safely discarded after stripping.
Formwork and bracing are removed sequentially and safely.

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Timber components are de-nailed, cleaned and stored or stacked safely for reuse or removal from site.

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Steel components are cleaned, oiled and stored or stacked to manufacturer's maintenance recommendations.

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Damaged formwork components are safely discarded after stripping.

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Clean up.

  1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.
  2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.

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Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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 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 who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:

locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications

comply with site safety plan, OHS regulations and state and territory legislation applicable to workplace operations

comply with organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements

safely and effectively use tools, plant and equipment

communicate and work effectively and safely with others

complete a site assessment to determine levels and stair dimensions

apply the height and going of stairs to construct, erect and dismantle the formwork for a flight of stairs (free standing or against a wall), including a landing, with a minimum rise of flight of 1800mm

complete the construction, erection and dismantling of a ramp with a rise of 400mm.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry related systems information.

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.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

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.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

communication skills to:

determine requirements

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

follow instructions

read and interpret:

documentation from a variety of sources

plans, specifications and drawings

report faults

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals

numeracy skills to apply measurements and make calculations

organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work

teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate to people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities

technological skills to:

use a range of mobile technology, such as two-way radio and mobile phones

voice and hand signals to access and understand site-specific instructions.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

application and requirements for line, level and plumb in construction projects

construction terminology

formwork materials and techniques

job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

materials storage and environmentally friendly waste management

plans, specifications and drawings

plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and limitation

processes for setting out and measuring

processes for calculating material requirements

quality requirements for formwork for stairs and ramps

regulations on stair construction for safe use, including disability access

stair and ramp construction

workplace and equipment safety requirements.

Range Statement

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.

Information includes:

diagrams or sketches

instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel

manufacturer specifications and instructions where specified

memos

MSDS

organisation work specifications and requirements

plans and specifications

regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to constructing, erecting and dismantling formwork for stairs and ramps

relevant Australian standards

safe work procedures related to constructing, erecting and dismantling formwork for stairs and ramps

signage

verbal or written and graphical instructions

work bulletins

work schedules.

Planning and preparation include:

work site inspection

equipment defect identification

assessment of conditions and hazards

determination of work requirements.

Safety (OHS) is to be in accordance with state or territory legislation, regulations, codes of practice, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan and may include:

emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements and evacuation

handling of materials

hazard control

hazardous materials and substances

organisational first aid

personal protective clothing and equipment prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

traffic control

use of firefighting equipment

use of tools and equipment

work site visitors and the public

working at heights

working in proximity to others

workplace environment and safety.

Tools and equipment include:

air compressors and hoses

automatic levels

chisels

explosive power tools

grinders

hammers

hand saws

laser levels

marking equipment

measuring tapes and rules

nail bags

nail guns

optical levelling equipment

pinch bars

power drills

power leads

power saws

props

saw stools

scaffolding

shovels

spanners

spirit levels

squares (combination/tri)

steel squares and bevels

string lines.

Quality requirements include relevant regulations, including:

Australian standards

internal company quality policy and standards

manufacturer specifications, where specified

workplace operations and procedures.

Materials include:

bolts and nuts

boxing (either timber, metal, masonry, fibre cement sheeting and reconstituted timber products)

coach screws

masonry anchors

metal brackets

nails and spikes

patented metal fasteners

steel tie rods.

Environmental requirements include:

clean-up protection

noise and dust

vibration

waste management.

Statutory and regulatory authorities include:

federal, state and local authorities administering applicable Acts, regulations and codes of practice.

Stairs and/or ramps include:

either free standing or against a wall, including within a stairwell and incorporating structural steel for support of newels, handrails and landings

may be straight, curved or geometrical.

Formwork:

includes prefabricated or in situ, but is to be rigid to withstand the mass of wet concrete and actions imposed during placement

for construction of formwork it is critical to comply with regulations and specifications for height, level and loadings

includes timber, metal and can use prefabricated components.

Calculated:

can be using simple mathematics or trigonometry.