Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake a basic construction project to provide elementary skills applicable to the construction industry. It includes completion of a project using basic tools, equipment and materials. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of basic construction work applications for new construction sites, existing structures being renovated or extended, and existing structures subject to service, restoration or maintenance which includes working with others and as a member of a team. Basic projects include minor projects within any sector of the construction industry, for example, constructing a pergola, barbecue or footpath. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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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 for the project planning are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information . 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. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with job requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. 1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans and specifications. 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 statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied. |
2. Prepare materials for use on a simple construction project. |
2.1. Required materials are selected for the project from project plans and specifications. 2.2. Materials are checked for quality in accordance with the specifications. |
3. Determine component requirements and assembly sequence. |
3.1. Component parts are identified from working drawings and specifications. 3.2. Processes for manufacture, assembly or other construction techniques and components are selected and applied in accordance with working drawings, specifications and established work procedures. 3.3. Construction process is determined. 3.4. Component parts are checked for accuracy, quality and suitability for the project according to plans, drawings, specifications and established work procedures. |
4. Operate hand tools. |
4.1. Hand tools are identified and checked for serviceability and operation in accordance with OHS legislation. 4.2. Equipment to hold or support material during the operation of tools is selected and applied in accordance with standard work practices. 4.3. Hand tools are used in accordance with OHS legislation. |
5. Use equipment safely. |
5.1. Equipment is selected and checked for serviceability and operation in accordance with OHS legislation. 5.2. Equipment is safely and effectively operated in accordance with OHS legislation, and used to construct basic project. |
6. Construct a simple project. |
6.1. Work area requirements are prepared in accordance with working drawings, specifications and established work procedures. 6.2. Set out, levelling, construction and erection or installation of project are implemented in accordance with application and requirements for line, level and plumb in construction projects. 6.3. Construction project is completed to specification and quality and is checked for conformity to plans and design specifications. |
7. Clean up. |
7.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 7.2. 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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Project planning includes: |
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Information includes: |
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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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Materials include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Quality requirements include: |
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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 |