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Install pre-cast girders

Install pre-cast girders

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICBM302D
State Code
WH040
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
68
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to apply install pre-cast girders in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to install pre-cast girders
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply pre-cast girder installation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions before proceeding
  • 1.3 Confirm and apply environmental protection and safety requirements
  • 1.4 Obtain, interpret and implement traffic management signage
  • 1.5 Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
  • 1.6 Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential hazards and risks
  • 1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Install bearings
  • 2.1 Determine bearing types and position
  • 2.2 Check bearing dimensions and materials for quality
  • 2.3 Install bearings
  • 2.4 Identify and install locating brackets/bolts in preparation for the placement of girders
3. Install girders
  • 3.1 Determine individual girder location
  • 3.2 Determine fitting sequence to install girders and advise the crane operator
  • 3.3 Check girders for conformity to design prior to lifting
  • 3.4 Check lifting points on girders for serviceability and attach and use tag lines to guide girder to position
  • 3.5 Place timber packing to support girder load
  • 3.6 Use drift to align holes and insert and tension locating bolts
  • 3.7 Adjust bearings to provide support across the full face of the bearing to the girder
  • 3.8 Brace girder to prevent lateral movement or rolling
  • 3.9 Remove, roll and store tag lines
  • 3.10 Remove excess epoxy putty or mortar
  • 3.11 Remove timber packing at specified time
4. Clean up
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCX62 RIICBM302E Install pre-cast girders Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFA8 RII30919 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification
AZB0 RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction Qualification