Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use tools and equipment used in bricklaying and blocklaying safely and effectively. It includes the identification, selection and use of hand and power tools, plant and equipment used in masonry work. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports achievement of skills for the identification, selection, preparation and safe and effective application of hand and power tools, plant and equipment for their intended bricklaying and blocklaying tasks. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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. Prepare for work. |
1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, 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. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied. |
2. Identify hand and power tools. |
2.1. Types and functions of bricklaying and blocklaying hand and power tools , plant and equipment to be used in the bricklaying and blocklaying work are identified. 2.2. Methods of operation of hand and power tools are identified from specifications, standards and manufacturers' instructions. 2.3. Specific OHS requirements for specific hand and power tools are identified and applied. 2.4. Personal protective equipment required for the operation of the tools is identified in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements. |
3. Select tools for work. |
3.1. Tools and personal protective equipment are selected consistent with job requirements and bricklaying and blocklaying tasks . 3.2. Tools, including leads and hoses, are checked for tags, serviceability and safety and any faults are reported to supervisor. 3.3. Power tools guards, guides and controls are checked and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 3.4. Equipment to hold or support material during operation is selected and inspected for faults. 3.5. Pre-operational checks, including lubricants, hydraulic fluid and water are completed, where required, according to manufacturer recommendations. |
4. Use tools. |
4.1. Power and compressed air supply to work area are connected in accordance with regulatory requirements and codes of practice. 4.2. Start up and shut down procedures are observed. 4.3. Tools are used safely and effectively according to manufacturer recommendations and regulatory requirements. 4.4. Tools are safely located when not in use. |
5. Identify and select plant and equipment. |
5.1. Function and limitations of plant and equipment to be used in the bricklaying and blocklaying work are identified. 5.2. Method of operation of plant and equipment is identified from specifications, standards and manufacturers' instructions. 5.3. OHS requirements for specific plant and equipment, including requirements for guarding, guiding and controls, are identified and applied. 5.4. Personal protective equipment required for the operation of plant and equipment is identified in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements. 5.5. Items of plant and equipment are selected consistent with hazard minimisation and needs of the job. 5.6. Plant and equipment are checked for safety, and faults are reported to supervisor. 5.7. OHS requirements for operating and using plant and equipment are recognised and adhered to. |
6. Use plant and equipment. |
6.1. Start up and shut down procedures are observed. 6.2. Plant and equipment are used safely and effectively according to manufacturer recommendations and statutory and regulatory authority requirements. 6.3. Plant and equipment are safely switched and located when not in use. |
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. Machinery, 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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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan and may include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Hand and power tools , plant and equipment : |
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Bricklaying and blocklaying tasks : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
Functional area
Functional area |