Licence to operate a concrete placing boom

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Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
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Self Assessment Survey
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Moodle Outcomes
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Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver CPCCLBM3001, 'Licence to operate a concrete placing boom'.
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Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan concrete placement work.

1.1.

Concrete placement workplace is confirmed, potential hazards and emergencies are identified, and risk controls are selected according to applicable regulations, the hierarchy of controls, and site and workplace procedures.

1.2.

Type of required concrete placing boom and types, volumes and schedule of concrete delivery to the workplace are confirmed with relevant contractors and suppliers.

1.3.

Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment, are selected to meet work requirements and checked according to workplace procedures.

1.4.

Workplace methods for communicating between concrete placing boom operator and other workplace personnel are identified and confirmed.

1.5.

Proposed location for setting up concrete placing boom is identified, and access to location and ground suitability are confirmed with relevant personnel.

2.

Set up boom and prepare for operation.

2.1.

Location and ground are inspected and checked against advice received from reports and drawings and confirmed as suitable according to workplace procedures.

2.2.

Concrete placing boom is located at workplace, positioned for work application, and outriggers are extended and adjusted to ensure stabilityaccording to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.3.

Pre-start operator checks are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.4.

Concrete placing boom is partially extended to test operationand check function according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.5.

Plant safety devices are tested according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.6.

Post-start operational checks are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.7.

Concrete delivery system components are positioned securely and safely according to workplace procedures.

2.8.

Appropriate risk control measures are applied to the concrete placing boom location according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

2.9.

Pumping system is tested and prepared for use according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

3.

Deliver concrete.

3.1.

Supply of bulk concrete to the hopper is coordinated with supply vehicle operators to ensure safe hopper levels, and hose hand and concreters are advised of pauses and changes in supply as required.

3.2.

Concrete placing boom is safely and efficiently operated through the full range of movements using remote control or control panel to deliver the concrete as required.

3.3.

Risk of collision with other fixed structures and moving plant is monitored and suitable risk control measures are implemented.

3.4.

Pump is operated using remote control or control panel to ensure a safe optimum output according to requirements of concreters and to minimise damage to the engine and gears.

3.5.

Hand signals are correctly made and interpreted, or instructions over the radio are correctly given and received, according to any workplace procedures.

3.6.

Boom operation is constantly monitored to ensure stability of boom and safety of personnel, delivery hose and workplace equipment and structures.

3.7.

Strategies for managing emergencies arising during concrete placement are implemented as required and according to manufacturer specifications, and emergencies are reported in line with workplace procedures.

3.8.

Concrete placing boom is safely withdrawn from the work area at completion of delivery task.

4.

Shut down and secure concrete placing boom and components.

4.1.

Delivery lines and hopper are cleaned out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

4.2.

Concrete placing boom is stowed according to manufacturer specifications and secured for travel according to plant operation and workplace procedures.

4.3.

Outriggers are retracted, stowed and secured for travel according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

4.4.

Plates or packing are stowed and secured for travel according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

4.5.

Concrete placing boom is relocated as required and shut down according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

4.6.

Routine post-operational equipment checks are carried out and recorded according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.

4.7.

Defects and damage are reported and recorded and appropriate action is taken according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures.


Qualifications and Skillsets

CPCCLBM3001 appears in the following qualifications:

  • CPC30311 - Certificate III in Concreting
  • CPC30311 - Certificate III in Concreting
  • CPC30313 - Certificate III in Concreting