Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle advanced scaffolding, including planning and preparation for work, conducting operational checks, safely and effectively erecting and dismantling advanced scaffolding activities for a range of tasks, including erecting and dismantling hung scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, and tube and coupler scaffolding systems to provide work platforms, edge protection and access ways in accordance with designated Australian standards. A Certificate of Competency/Licence in Intermediate Scaffolding issued by a state or territory OHS authority is a prerequisite for this unit. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit may have application in a range of industries, including civil construction, defence, electro technology, entertainment, maritime and mining, in addition to general construction. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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 for operation. |
1.1. Applicable safety (OHS ), licensing, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to erecting and dismantling advanced scaffolding are verified and complied with. 1.2. Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel . 1.3. Type of operations to be conducted for advanced scaffolding are assessed and prepared. 1.4. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 1.5. Advanced scaffolding operations are planned in accordance with site procedures. 1.6. Environmental protection measures are adhered to in accordance with environmental plans and regulations. 1.7. Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements. |
2. Erect scaffolding. |
2.1. Purpose for scaffolding is confirmed and associated work tasks are specified. 2.2. Design loading on scaffold and supporting structure is verified using load tables in accordance with appropriate limits, standards and specifications. 2.3. Site access and egress routes are verified. 2.4. Scaffolding and components are selected and inspected with damaged components isolated, labelled, tagged and rejected. 2.5. Footings are prepared in accordance with regulations, legislation, codes of practice, manufacturer specifications and engineer's instructions. 2.6. Scaffolding is set out and erected in accordance with regulatory requirements and manufacturer specifications. 2.7. Lifting devices are assembled and erected in accordance with manufacturer specifications and regulatory requirements. 2.8. Site hazards associated with scaffolding operations are detected, risks assessed and safe operating techniques used to eliminate or control risks. |
3. Erect ancillary scaffolding equipment. |
3.1. Fall protection is erected and installed in accordance with job specifications and regulatory requirements. 3.2. Cantilevered hoist , with a lifting device working load limit not exceeding 500kg, is erected and checked for serviceability. |
4. Inspect, repair and alter erected scaffolding. |
4.1. Erected hung or suspended scaffolding and tube and coupler scaffolding are inspected for damage, corrosion, wear and compatibility prior to use. 4.2. Faulty components are isolated, labeled, tagged, rejected or replaced immediately. 4.3. Existing use of scaffolding is checked against original design to be in accordance with regulations and specifications. 4.4. Scaffolding stability is inspected and confirmed in accordance with OHS regulations. 4.5. Alterations and repairs are carried out on specified equipment or where faults are discovered to ensure regulatory compliance. 4.6. Inspection log and handover are completed and dated. |
5. Dismantle scaffolding and clean up. |
5.1. Scaffolding is isolated and appropriately signed and barricaded to ensure safe dismantling. 5.2. Scaffolding is dismantled using reverse procedure as for erection. 5.3. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specifications. 5.4. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. 5.5. Work completion procedures are applied and appropriate personnel is notified that work is finished. 5.6. Advanced scaffolding operations and faults are recorded and reported to appropriate personnel. |
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 by providing evidence of safely and efficiently erecting and dismantling advanced scaffolding according to organisational and regulatory requirements. This unit of competency can 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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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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Legislative requirements include: |
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Organisational requirements include legal, organisational and site policy, guidelines and procedures relating to: |
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Work order includes: |
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Appropriate personnel includes: |
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Advanced scaffolding : |
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Equipment : |
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Environmental protection measures include organisational and project requirements, including: |
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Tasks include: |
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Footings include: |
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Erection includes: |
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Lifting devices include: |
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Hazards include: |
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Fall protection : |
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Cantilevered hoist includes: |
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Alterations and repairs may be required due to: |
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Handover includes: |
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Records and reports include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
Functional area
Functional area |