Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe what needs to be done to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan and prepare to place concrete.

1.1 Review and clarify task to place concrete.

1.2 Assess work site to determine scope of work.

1.3 Review task specifications and check to make sure they are in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.

1.4 Review work health and safety (WHS) requirements for the task in accordance with safety plans and policies.

1.5 Identify safety signage and barricade requirements.

1.6 Review environmental requirements for the task in accordance with environmental plans and legislative requirements.

1.7 Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults.

1.8 Calculate material quantity requirements, including the volume of concrete.

1.9 Estimate the time required for concrete pour based on size of area to be concreted, volume of concrete required and level of complexity of concrete pour.

2. Prepare location for concrete placement.

2.1 Erect identified safety signage and barricades to maintain a safe working area around pour location and fit personal protective equipment (PPE).

2.2 Determine location for concrete placement from task specifications.

2.3 Discuss implications for concrete placement near existing structures with relevant personnel and define separation or connection requirements.

2.4 Check that location for placement is free of debris and waste.

2.5 Ensure site access is clear.

3. Receive concrete.

3.1 Check delivery advice for accuracy against order.

3.2 Direct concrete delivery vehicle to location of discharge.

3.3 Monitor concrete discharged via chute into appropriate receptacle.

4. Place concrete.

4.1 Place concrete in horizontal layers into location in accordance with indicated levels.

4.2 Ensure vertical drop of concrete is less than two metres to avoid segregation of concrete materials.

4.3 Consolidate poured concrete during process using approved compaction or vibration method.

4.4 Carry out measurements and calculations throughout the pour to ensure sufficient concrete is delivered to fill required area, and place orders for any shortfall as required.

4.5 Check finished levels against datum using levelling device, and rectify incorrect levels.

4.6 Screed concrete to required levels and grades.

5. Clean up after placing concrete.

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and task requirements.

5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements.