This unit of competency supports the attainment of the understanding and skills to use the tools, equipment and materials to carry out concrete work, which may include working with others and as a member of a team.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out concreting work on general construction projects for the construction of in situ reinforced concrete structures, such as slabs and other common concrete works.
This unit includes setting out, reinforcing, erecting and dismantling formwork, and placing, finishing and curing concrete.
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Prerequisites
CPCCOHS2001A
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Co-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
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
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 and OHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to workplace operations
comply with organisational policies and procedures including quality requirements
safely and effectively operate and use tools, plant and equipment
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
complete at least three concreting projects (each a minimum of two cubic metres of concrete), incorporating a minimum of two different finishes with at least one project containing angled formwork and bent reinforcement and all projects being completed to job specifications.
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.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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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
drawings and specifications
report faults
use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals
evaluating own actions and making judgments about performance and necessary improvements
identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any faults in tools, equipment or materials
organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work
recognising procedures, following instructions, responding to change and contributing to workplace responsibilities, such as current work site environmental and sustainability frameworks or management systems
teamwork skills to coordinate own 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:
concrete characteristics and properties
concreting principles
equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
formwork
general construction terminology
job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
materials handling methods
operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures
processes for interpreting engineering drawings
quality requirements
site and equipment safety requirements
site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities
steel reinforcement characteristics
structural technology.
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
MSDS
memos
regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to carrying out concrete work
relevant Australian standards
safe work procedures relating to concreting
signage
verbal, written and graphical instructions
work bulletins
work schedules, plans and specifications.
Planning and preparation include:
assessment of conditions and hazards
determination of work requirements and safety plans and policies
equipment defect identification
work site inspection.
Safety (OHS) is to be in accordance with state and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include:
emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements and evacuation
handling activities that may require the assistance of others or the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or other issues, such as a disability are a factor
hazard control
hazardous materials and substances
organisational first aid
PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices
safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:
earth leakage boxes
lighting
power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and conduits
restricted access barriers
surrounding structures
traffic control
trip hazards
work site visitors and the public
working at heights
working in confined spaces
working in proximity to others
use of firefighting equipment
use of tools and equipment
workplace environmental requirements and safety.
Tools and equipment include:
bolt cutters
brushes
buckets
chutes
curing agent applicator
edging tools
floats
hammers
hoses
kibble
mesh guillotine
nips
rakes
reinforcement benders
rods
screeds
short handle shovels
shutters
sponges
steam generator
tarpaulins
tremmies
trowels
vibrators
wheelbarrows.
Quality requirements include:
internal company quality policy and standards
manufacturer specifications where specified
relevant regulations, including Australian standards
workplace operations and procedures.
Materials include:
bar chairs
cement
concrete blend
curing compounds
form release agents
formwork components
membranes
pre-mix concrete
sand
steel reinforcing
vapour barriers
water.
Environmental requirements include:
clean-up management
dust and noise
stormwater management
vibration
waste management.
Reinforcement components include:
ligatures
mesh
reinforcement bars and rods.
Formwork includes:
expanded polystyrene
fibreglass
masonry
plywood
steel shutters
structural cardboard
timber.
Cast-in items include:
services and fixtures tied to the reinforcement.
Concreting work includes:
beams
columns
footings
footpaths
lintels
pads
ramps
repairing of kerb and channel
slabs on ground
stairs
structural members
suspended slab
walls.
Transporting of concrete includes:
crane and kibble
pre-mix truck
pumping equipment
wheelbarrow.
Placing of concrete includes:
kibble
pumping equipment
shovelling
tremmies
truck placed
vibrating
wheelbarrow.
Concreting finishing techniques include:
broom finished
brushed
bull float
mechanical trowelling machine
steel trowel
wood float.
Curing includes:
applied moisture
coating with a membrane
curing compound
flooding
plastic sheeting
steam.
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
Yes
No
Comments/feedback
Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and preparation purposes.
Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies.
Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements.
Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and applied.
Location of steel reinforcement and formwork is determined from drawings and reinforcement schedule.
Reinforcement is checked against reinforcement drawings and specifications.
Formwork components and materials are selected consistent with job.
Fixing and fasteners are selected and used consistent with requirements of the job.
String lines are set accurately from existing pegs.
Grades are checked to ensure correct fall.
Services are identified and protected to prevent damage.
Reinforcing fabric and bars are cut and bent as required to project drawings and specifications.
Fabric and bars are tied or fixed to configuration from project drawings and specifications.
Stiffening rods are attached to panels as required to facilitate handling.
Reinforcement material is located in formwork and placed on bar chairs/spacers as determined from drawings, noting clearance from formwork.
Cast-in items are located and secured.
Work area is cleared and surface prepared for safe erection of formwork.
Formwork is set out to requirements of drawings and specifications.
Formwork is assembled and erected to specifications.
Debris, sawdust and other waste material are safely removed from formwork.
Form release agent is applied to manufacturer specifications.
Concrete is transported correctly with wheelbarrow and discharged into formwork, using correct manual handling techniques.
Discharge of concrete from concrete pump line and/or chute into the formwork is controlled correctly.
Concrete is placed correctly to instruction and screeded to specified levels and grades.
Concrete is compacted to specification using immersion vibrator or other specified method.
Concrete is finished and curing process applied to specifications.
Control joints are positioned and installed to specification and to current Australian standard or codes.
Dowel joints are positioned to specification.
Concrete surface is adequately covered and protected.
Edge boxing and braces are removed carefully, safely and sequentially.
Timber components are denailed, cleaned and stored or stacked.
Steel components are cleaned, oiled and stored or stacked.
Damaged formwork components are discarded after stripping.
Screens are safely cleaned before movement, where applicable.
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.
Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.
Forms
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