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Insert tie bars in fresh concrete

Insert tie bars in fresh concrete

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICRC323D
State Code
WH139
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/05/2014
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
27/05/2014
Nominal Hours
8
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to insert tie bars in fresh concrete in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to insert tie bars in fresh concrete
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply insert tie bars documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify, obtain and implement signage requirements
  • 1.6 Select and check for faults to plant, tools and equipment, to carry out tasks
2. Setup operations
  • 2.1 Verify quantity of bars required for the task
  • 2.2 Inspect and confirm bars are fit for purpose
  • 2.3 Inspect and confirm saw cut locations are marked out or programmed into paving computer as per site specifications
  • 2.4 Check automatic program spacing
  • 2.5 Check tie bar spacing and variations conform to plans
  • 2.6 Check for safe operations and confirm operation of emergency stops
3. Operate tie bar system
  • 3.1 Maintain safe working area around tie bar inserter
  • 3.2 Maintain adequate stock of bars at tie bar inserter
  • 3.3 Operate and monitor mechanical or manual tie bar insertion for correct location, alignment and depth (if sidebars)
  • 3.4 Report missed bars or jamming immediately
  • 3.5 Ensure location of any missed or noncompliant insertion is recorded
  • 3.6 Ensure concrete is fully compacted around the tie bar
  • 3.7 Ensure magazine is sufficiently loaded at all times
  • 3.8 Operate hiab (if fitted) to load magazine safely and accurately
  • 3.9 Load magazine by hand according to correct procedures
  • 3.10 Monitor movements and hazards and identify and communicate changes to the work environment during the work process
4. Clean Up
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store machinery, tools and equipment Return unused stock bars to store
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC342 RIICRC323 Insert tie bars in fresh concrete Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCY27 RIICRC323E Insert tie bars in fresh concrete Unit of competency