Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures, including emergency procedures such as:
extinguishing fires
organisational First Aid requirements
evacuation
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
OHS requirements may include:
legislation, regulations and code of practice relevant to conducting scaffolding operations
organisational safety policies and procedures
project safety plan
protective clothing
protective equipment
how tools and equipment are used
workplace environment
handling of materials
use of fire fighting equipment
organisational First Aid
hazard control
handling hazardous materials and substances
safe operating procedures
Work requirements may include:
scaffolding drawings and plans
site drawings and plans
scaffolding design
equipment design
specifications
quality requirements
operational details
shift briefings
handover details
work specifications
work tasks
job specifications
quality requirements
Preliminary scaffolding plan may include:
confirmed details of scaffolding requirement
scaffolding/equipment configuration
identification of potential hazards
probable control measures
site access and egress
estimate of types and quantities of components
identification of scaffolding coordination requirements
Hazards may include:
hazards associated with power cables including:
overhead service trays
cables
conduits
lighting
earth leakage boxes
trip hazards
working with dangerous materials
working in confined spaces
restricted access barriers
traffic control
working at heights
working in proximity to others
worksite visitors
the public
Intermediate equipment may include:
cantilevered crane loading platforms
cantilevered and spurred scaffolds
barrow ramps and sloping platforms
scaffolding associated with perimeter safety screens and shutters
mast climbers
but excludes work involving:
hung scaffolds, including scaffolds hanging from tubes, wire ropes and chains
suspended scaffolds
Preparing the site may include:
site isolation
erection of barriers
installation of signage
assembly and erection of lifting devices
establishment of footings
Critical structural and safety areas to be inspected may include:
damage
corrosion
wear
stability
current usage checked against type of scaffolding/equipment
identify any changes to the plan/scaffolding through the inspection log

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.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting intermediate scaffolding operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of intermediate scaffolding operations
working with others to undertake and conduct intermediate scaffolding operations that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of the conduct of intermediate scaffolding operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of intermediate scaffolding operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.