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Evidence Guide: MEM11003B - Coordinate erection/dismantling of complex scaffolding/equipment

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MEM11003B - Coordinate erection/dismantling of complex scaffolding/equipment

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

Plan and coordinate erection of scaffold/equipment

  1. Site plans, scaffolding/equipment designs and drawings to industry practices are interpreted as necessary.
  2. Work area is inspected to identify hazards and appropriate prevention/control measures are implemented to avoid hazard.
  3. All work is undertaken safely and to prescribed procedures.
  4. Erection site is prepared to meet job and safety requirements.
  5. Necessary signage and barriers are placed in appropriate position.
  6. Scaffolding/equipment erection is coordinated in accordance with acceptable safe work practices, Australian standards, State or Territory legislative requirements and equipment manufacturers' requirements.
  7. Completed scaffolding/equipment is inspected for safety and compliance with design, operational and statutory requirements.
Site plans, scaffolding/equipment designs and drawings to industry practices are interpreted as necessary.

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Work area is inspected to identify hazards and appropriate prevention/control measures are implemented to avoid hazard.

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All work is undertaken safely and to prescribed procedures.

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Erection site is prepared to meet job and safety requirements.

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Necessary signage and barriers are placed in appropriate position.

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Scaffolding/equipment erection is coordinated in accordance with acceptable safe work practices, Australian standards, State or Territory legislative requirements and equipment manufacturers' requirements.

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Completed scaffolding/equipment is inspected for safety and compliance with design, operational and statutory requirements.

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Coordinate alterations and repairs of scaffold/equipment

  1. Scope of alteration/repair is confirmed and understood.
  2. Existing scaffolding/equipment is inspected and alterations/repairs determined.
  3. Materials, equipment and tools required for alterations are determined.
  4. Existing or new load requirements are determined using load tables.
  5. Alteration/repairs are coordinated in accordance with safety work practices, Australian standards and equipment manufacturers' requirements.
  6. Alterations/repairs are inspected for safety and operational requirements.
  7. Work completion is reported to appropriate personnel and recorded.
Scope of alteration/repair is confirmed and understood.

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Existing scaffolding/equipment is inspected and alterations/repairs determined.

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Materials, equipment and tools required for alterations are determined.

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Existing or new load requirements are determined using load tables.

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Alteration/repairs are coordinated in accordance with safety work practices, Australian standards and equipment manufacturers' requirements.

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Alterations/repairs are inspected for safety and operational requirements.

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Work completion is reported to appropriate personnel and recorded.

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Inspect completed scaffold/equipment

  1. The critical structural and safety areas of the scaffolding/equipment are inspected for damage, corrosion and wear.
  2. Scaffolding/equipment and structure is checked against the type of scaffolding/equipment and structure specified in the plan.
  3. Inspection log is completed.
  4. Potential safety and design/structural hazards are reported for rectification.
The critical structural and safety areas of the scaffolding/equipment are inspected for damage, corrosion and wear.

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Scaffolding/equipment and structure is checked against the type of scaffolding/equipment and structure specified in the plan.

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Inspection log is completed.

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Potential safety and design/structural hazards are reported for rectification.

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Coordinate dismantling of scaffold/equipment

  1. Work is coordinated safely and to standard operating procedure.
  2. Scaffolding/equipment is removed from site in accordance with standard operating procedures and critical structural and safety requirements.
  3. Site clearance is coordinated, and surplus material, equipment, tools and debris are removed and site left in safe and operational state.
  4. Work completion is reported to appropriate authority.
Work is coordinated safely and to standard operating procedure.

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Scaffolding/equipment is removed from site in accordance with standard operating procedures and critical structural and safety requirements.

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Site clearance is coordinated, and surplus material, equipment, tools and debris are removed and site left in safe and operational state.

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Work completion is reported to appropriate authority.

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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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to coordinate the erection, repair, maintenance and dismantling of all scaffolding applications. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with coordination of the erection, repair, maintenance and dismantling of all scaffolding applications or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifi-cations, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

levelling and alignment of scaffolding

interpreting instructions and legislative requirements

using basic hand tools

assessing risk

using manual handling techniques

cleaning up and site remediation

time management

determining personnel and equipment requirements

inspecting completed scaffolding with reference to structural integrity and design faults

locating, reading and interpreting information on written job instructions, specifications, drawings, charts, lists and other reference documentation

planning, sequencing operations

checking and clarifying strategies

working safely and confidently at heights

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

erection and dismantling procedures as set in the Australian standards

codes of practice, for example the Scaffolder's Guide

site specific requirements

safety procedures

types of scaffolding systems

deck loadings

hazards; electrical, stability, mobile plant issues/requirements; falls protection measures; minimum gap requirements; safe access and egress

sequence of operations in erecting and dismantling the scaffolding

design and materials faults such as rust, wear and tear, stress

use and application of personal protective equipment

safe work practices and procedures

scaffolding techniques and equipment

limitations of equipment

materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly waste management

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.

Scaffolding/equipment

Tube and fitting scaffolds as limited by legislative requirements

Fall protection devices

Catch platforms

Standing prefabricated tower scaffolds and bracket scaffolds

Mobile scaffolds

Cantilevered hoists

Cantilevered and spurred scaffolds

Platforms and course-ways

Suspended scaffolds

Cantilevered cranes

Loading platforms

Hung scaffolds

Complex scaffolding means Intermediate Scaffolding and above as set out the legislative requirements in each State and Territory. The major difference between the complex and basic scaffolding is the height of the working platform and certain types of scaffolding and configurations

Hazards

Chemicals, dangerous or hazardous substances/materials

Movement of equipment, goods, materials, vehicular traffic

Uneven/unstable terrain, overhead service lines, trees, underground services, obstructions, structures, surrounding buildings, facilities, bridges/walkways, lifting equipment

Prescribed procedures

Clarification of instructions either written or from authorised personnel

Site safety policy and procedures

Standard operating procedures

Correct use of equipment

Industry standards and requirements

Manufacturers' specifications

Signage and barriers

Physical barriers (parawebbing, bollards, timber or metal barriers)

Warning/direction signs

Personnel to restrict unauthorised access (spotters)

Permit signage

Safe work practices

Hazard identification, control measures, risk assessment, standard operating procedures, house keeping and personal protective equipment

State or Territory legislative requirements

Appropriate OH&S and Scaffolding acts and regulations

Australian standards and codes of practice and

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