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

Prepare to erect intermediate 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 requirements

2.3

Place necessary signage and barriers and third-party protection measures in appropriate position

3

Erect intermediate scaffold/equipment

3.1

Select and inspect appropriate scaffolding/equipment components and label and reject damaged components

3.2

Erect scaffolding/equipment to plan and in accordance with acceptable safe work practices, Australian Standards, state or territory legislative requirements and equipment manufacturers' requirements

3.3

Check scaffolding/equipment for safety and operational requirements and identify faults in accordance with legislative requirements

4

Inspect, alter and/or repair intermediate scaffold/equipment

4.1

Repair or send for repair rejected components

4.2

Confirm alterations/repairs in accordance with safe work practices, Australian Standards and equipment manufacturers' requirements

4.3

Inspect alterations/repairs for safety and operational requirements

4.4

Confirm and understand scope of alteration/repair

4.5

Inspect existing scaffold/equipment for suitability of alterations/repair requirements

4.6

Determine materials, equipment and tools required for alteration

4.7

Record/report work completion to appropriate authority

5

Dismantle intermediate scaffold/equipment

5.1

Inspect scaffolding/equipment for damage, corrosion or wear and note for consideration in planning for dismantling

5.2

Dismantle scaffolding/equipment in accordance with site procedures, state and territory legislative requirements and critical structural and safety requirements

5.3

Clear and clean site of all tools, excess material and debris and leave in a safe state

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(including tube and coupler covered ways and gantries)

Maintaining scaffold includes the following:

ensuring that the scaffolding remains in a safe condition according to manufacturers’ specifications and legislative requirements

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, barriers and third-party protection measures include one (1) or more of the following:

physical barriers (para webbing, bollards, timber or metal)

warning/direction signs

personnel to restrict unauthorised access (spotters)

permits to work

Safe work practices include the following:

hazard identification

risk assessment

SOPs

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