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.
1. Plan and prepare to place and compact concrete | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply concrete compaction documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage requirements 1.6 Select and check for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks |
2. Define and prepare work area | 2.1 Check location of concrete placement is determined from plans and specifications and location for placement is free of debris and waste 2.2 Maintain safe working area around pour location using barriers and signage 2.3 Locate plant, tools and equipment to suit planned placement 2.4 Undertake pre-pour inspections before concrete arrives on site |
3. Place concrete and compact | 3.1 Place concrete in horizontal layers into location to levels indicated by markers, level pegs or lines 3.2 Minimise height of vertical drop of concrete to avoid segregation of concrete materials 3.3 Consolidate poured concrete during process using approved compaction or vibration method 3.4 Check finished levels against datum using levelling device |
4. Screed/level concrete | 4.1 Screed concrete to correct levels and grades using straight edged tool/formwork mounted screed |
5. Clean up | 5.1 Clear work area and dispose, reuse or recycle materials 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient placement and compaction of concrete including:
accessing, interpreting and applying documentation for placing and compacting concrete
identifying and applying relevant specifications to all work activities
identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks
identifying, obtaining, confirming and implementing signage requirements
selecting and checking for faults all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
works effectively with others to undertake the placement and compaction of concrete that meets all of the required outcomes including:
preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
using a range of communication techniques and aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones
monitoring movements and hazards and identifying and communicating changes to the work environment during the work process
demonstrates completion of placing and compacting concrete that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
defining and preparing work, locating plant, tools and equipment to suit planned placement and undertaking pre-pour inspections
placing concrete using a minimum of two (2) of the following techniques
kibble
pumping equipment
shovelling
tremmies
truck placed
vibrating
wheelbarrows
using method/s used to avoid segregation of concrete
compacting or vibrating concrete to specifications
using techniques to finish concrete
screeding concrete to correct levels and grades
clearing work area and disposing of, recycling or storing materials
cleaning, checking, maintaining and storing plant, tools and equipment
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in placing and compacting concrete through:
accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
identifying and managing risks
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
setting up work activity
site isolation, signage, erecting barriers and traffic control
work health and safety
managing waste
selecting and checking for faults, all tools and equipment to carry out tasks
carrying out work to specifications
manufacturer’s design specifications
applying effective techniques for placing and compacting concrete
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level