Application
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to coordinate the erection, alteration, repair and dismantling of scaffolding/equipment in workshops, factories, manufacturing plants and warehouses, and applies to individuals coordinating a scaffolding team or employed in a supervisory capacity.
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.
Where interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.
Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.
Where the selection and use of power tools/hand held operations is required unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected.
Depending on the equipment being used a high risk work licence may be required and users should check with the relevant authorities.
Band: A
Unit Weight: 4
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Determine job requirements | 1.1 | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
1.2 | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times | ||
1.3 | Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs | ||
1.4 | Interpret site plans, scaffolding/equipment designs and drawings to industry practices, as necessary | ||
2 | Plan and coordinate erection of complex scaffold/equipment | 2.1 | Inspect work area to identify hazards and implement appropriate prevention/control measures to avoid hazard |
2.2 | Prepare erection site to meet job and safety requirements | ||
2.3 | Place necessary signage and barriers in appropriate position | ||
2.4 | Coordinate scaffolding/equipment erection in accordance with acceptable safe work practices, Australian Standards, state or territory legislative requirements and equipment manufacturers' requirements | ||
2.5 | Inspect completed scaffolding/equipment for safety and compliance with design, operational and statutory requirements | ||
3 | Coordinate alterations and repairs of complex scaffold/equipment | 3.1 | Confirm and understand scope of alteration/repair |
3.2 | Inspect existing scaffolding/equipment and determine alterations/repairs | ||
3.3 | Determine materials, equipment and tools required for alterations | ||
3.4 | Determine existing or new load requirements using load tables | ||
3.5 | Coordinate alteration/repairs in accordance with safe work practices, Australian Standards and equipment manufacturers' requirements | ||
3.6 | Inspect alterations/repairs for safety and operational requirements | ||
3.7 | Report work completion to appropriate personnel and record | ||
4 | Inspect erected complex scaffold/equipment | 4.1 | Inspect the critical structural and safety areas of the scaffolding/equipment for damage, corrosion and wear |
4.2 | Check scaffolding/equipment and structure against the type of scaffolding/equipment and structure specified in the plan | ||
4.3 | Complete inspection log and report potential safety and design/structural hazards for rectification | ||
5 | Coordinate dismantling of complex scaffold/equipment | 5.1 | Coordinate removal of scaffolding/equipment from site in accordance with procedures and critical structural and safety requirements |
5.2 | Coordinate site clearance and remove surplus material, equipment, tools and debris and leave site in safe and operational state | ||
5.3 | Report work completion to appropriate authority | ||
Foundation Skills
This section describes those required skills (reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy) that are essential to workplace performance in this unit of competency.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. | |
Scaffolding/equipment includes one (1) or more of the following: | modular or prefabricated scaffolds cantilevered materials hoists with a maximum working load of 500 kg ropes and gin wheels safety nets and static lines, and bracket scaffolds (tank and formwork) cantilevered crane loading platforms cantilevered and spurred scaffolds barrow ramps and sloping platforms perimeter safety screens and shutters mast climbers tube and coupler scaffolds cantilevered hoists hung scaffolds, including scaffolds hanging from tubes, wire ropes or chains suspended scaffolds |
Hazards include one (1) or more of the following: | chemicals dangerous or hazardous substances/materials movement of equipment, goods and materials vehicular traffic uneven/unstable terrain overhead service lines trees underground services obstructions structures surrounding buildings facilities bridges/walkways lifting equipment |
Prescribed procedures include one (1) or more of the following: | clarification of instructions either written or from authorised personnel site safety policy and procedures SOPs correct use of equipment industry standards and requirements manufacturers' specifications |
Signage and barriers include one (1) or more of the following: | physical barriers (para webbing, bollards, timber or metal barriers) warning/direction signs personnel to restrict unauthorised access (spotters) permit signage |
Safe work practices include the following: | hazard identification control measures risk assessment standard operating procedures housekeeping PPE |
State or territory legislative requirements include the following: | appropriate WHS and Scaffolding Acts and regulations Australian standards and codes of practice, including: NOHSC:1006, National Occupational Health and Safety Certification Standards for Users and Operators of Industrial Equipment |
Competency Field
Materials handling