Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
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. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
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. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare. |
1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information , confirmed and applied for planning and preparation purposes. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies. 1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented. 1.4. 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. 1.5. Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements . 1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use. 1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and applied. |
2. Prepare concreting materials. |
2.1. Location of steel reinforcement and formwork is determined from drawings and reinforcement schedule. 2.2. Reinforcement is checked against reinforcement drawings and specifications. 2.3. Formwork components and materials are selected consistent with job. 2.4. Fixing and fasteners are selected and used consistent with requirements of the job. |
3. Set out for concrete work. |
3.1. String lines are set accurately from existing pegs. 3.2. Grades are checked to ensure correct fall. 3.3. Services are identified and protected to prevent damage. |
4. Construct and install reinforcement. |
4.1. Reinforcing fabric and bars are cut and bent as required to project drawings and specifications. 4.2. Fabric and bars are tied or fixed to configuration from project drawings and specifications. 4.3. Stiffening rods are attached to panels as required to facilitate handling. 4.4. Reinforcement material is located in formwork and placed on bar chairs/spacers as determined from drawings, noting clearance from formwork. 4.5. Cast -in items are located and secured. |
5. Erect formwork. |
5.1. Work area is cleared and surface prepared for safe erection of formwork. 5.2. Formwork is set out to requirements of drawings and specifications. 5.3. Formwork is assembled and erected to specifications. 5.4. Debris, sawdust and other waste material are safely removed from formwork. 5.5. Form release agent is applied to manufacturer specifications. |
6. Carry out concrete work. |
6.1. Concrete is transported correctly with wheelbarrow and discharged into formwork, using correct manual handling techniques. 6.2. Discharge of concrete from concrete pump line and/or chute into the formwork is controlled correctly. 6.3. Concrete is placed correctly to instruction and screeded to specified levels and grades. 6.4. Concrete is compacted to specification using immersion vibrator or other specified method. 6.5. Concrete is finished and curing process applied to specifications. 6.6. Control joints are positioned and installed to specification and to current Australian standard or codes. 6.7. Dowel joints are positioned to specification. 6.8. Concrete surface is adequately covered and protected. |
7. Strip formwork. |
7.1. Edge boxing and braces are removed carefully, safely and sequentially. 7.2. Timber components are denailed, cleaned and stored or stacked. 7.3. Steel components are cleaned, oiled and stored or stacked. 7.4. Damaged formwork components are discarded after stripping. 7.5. Screens are safely cleaned before movement, where applicable. |
8. Clean up. |
8.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 8.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills for this unit are:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge for this unit is:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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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:
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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:
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:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
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. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Information includes: |
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Planning and preparation include: |
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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with state and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include: |
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Tools and equipment include: |
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Quality requirements include: |
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Materials include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Reinforcement components include: |
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Formwork includes: |
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Cast -in items include: |
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Concreting work includes: |
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Transporting of concrete includes: |
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Placing of concrete includes: |
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Concreting finishing techniques include: |
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Curing includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
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Functional area
Functional area |