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Lay pavers

Lay pavers

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICRC303E
State Code
OCY22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2021
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/06/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lay pavers in civil construction, including preparing work areas, setting out and laying pavers and clearing work areas.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of tasks in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work to lay pavers
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to lay pavers and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Identify, obtain, confirm and implement signage and barrier requirements
  • 1.6 Select plant, tools and equipment required to carry out tasks and check for faults
  • 1.7 Identify and survey area and location of paving from job drawings
  • 1.8 Calculate paving requirements and select material required to finish surface and pattern
  • 1.9 Stockpile materials in proximity to work area according to site requirements
2. Prepare to lay paving
  • 2.1 Set out location and shape of paving area to dimensions according to job requirements
  • 2.2 Carry out excavation to specified depth according to job requirements and allow for base and thickness of unit
  • 2.3 Position drainage pipes in sub-soil according to regulatory and job requirements
  • 2.4 Prepare sub-soil and footing according to job requirements
  • 2.5 Select base material according to manufacturer specifications for identified substrate
  • 2.6 Clean surface of loose material and dust where paving is to be bonded to substrate
3. Lay pavers
  • 3.1 Position edge boards according to job requirements
  • 3.2 Spread sand and aggregate and compact according to job requirements
  • 3.3 Grade paving surface, where drainage is necessary, to fall evenly without ponding to outlets or surface run off system provided
  • 3.4 Mix mortar for masonry paving according to job requirements
  • 3.5 Cut pavers to form edges, check and confirm fit and minimise material wastage
  • 3.6 Lay paving units to designed pattern and fall according to job requirements
  • 3.7 Complete edges according to job requirements
  • 3.8 Complete compaction, mortaring and sweeping work according to job requirements
  • 3.9 Maintain finish level across junctions between different levels
4. Conduct clean-up activities
  • 4.1 Finish paving clean according to site requirements
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to site requirements
  • 4.3 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH119 RIICRC303D Lay pavers Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL0 RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification
BIH1 NWP30222 Certificate III in Water Industry Operations Qualification