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Spin concrete pipes

Spin concrete pipes

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552054
State Code
BAH44
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030101 - Manufacturing Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required operate pipe spinning equipment and ancillary equipment that is integral to the process.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to ensure the mould is correctly assembled and safe to spin, load and operate equipment, monitor the process, remove and inspect product and rectify routine problems.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assemble and prepare the pipe mould
  • 1.1 Check mould for distortion, cracks or other defects
  • 1.2 Clean mould cavity and apply stripping agent
  • 1.3 Check and insert reinforcing cage and/or other fitments and secure in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 1.4 Check cover to steel and fix or report as appropriate
  • 1.5 Check holding of cage
  • 1.6 Assemble mould and secure in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 1.7 Move pipe mould to spinning equipment
2 Load mould onto pipe spinning equipment
  • 2.1 Load pipe mould onto spinning equipment
  • 2.2 Check that mould is stabilised and correctly mounted on rollers
  • 2.3 Make adjustments to equipment settings to ensure conformance with procedures/work instructions
  • 2.4 Notify appropriate personnel of intention to start spinning equipment
3 Spin pipe
  • 3.1 Conduct additional pre-start checks as required in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 3.2 Ensure an adequate supply of the specified concrete mix is available to meet production requirements
  • 3.3 Start spinning equipment in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 3.4 Monitor instrument/control panels and adjust rate of spin and material flow as necessary to remain within specified operating parameters
  • 3.5 Make observations of plant and equipment at specified intervals to identify any anomalies in procedures/work instructions
  • 3.6 Maximise product throughput and efficiency to maintain target parameters
  • 3.7 Communicate with appropriate personnel regarding the status of operations in line with enterprise requirements
  • 3.8 Employ safe working practices which conform to work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements
4 Finish and cure pipe
  • 4.1 Float/finish pipes as required
  • 4.2 Remove spun pipe and mould from spinning equipment
  • 4.3 Inspect inside diameter of pipe, ends and inside surface finish
  • 4.4 Undertake any repairs to pipe caused by irregularities in material flow
  • 4.5 Move pipe to curing tunnel or kiln in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 4.6 Monitor curing of pipe to ensure compliance with enterprise quality requirements
  • 4.7 Remove pipe and mould from curing equipment
5 Demould pipe
  • 5.1 Remove any separators, non-permanent inserts, plugs or blinds
  • 5.2 Disassemble mould and release pipe in accordance with safe working practice and procedures/work instructions
  • 5.3 Return mould segments for reuse or storage in accordance with enterprise storage quality requirements
6 Inspect and store pipe
  • 6.1 Inspect pipe outside diameter and ends/flanges for defects
  • 6.2 Make allowable repairs in accordance with specification and procedures/work instructions
  • 6.3 Identify and mark pipe with appropriate brand or identification number
  • 6.4 Apply appropriate interior surface coatings or coverings as required by the specification
  • 6.5 Move pipe and store in compliance with enterprise storage quality/quantity requirements
7 Rectify routine problems
  • 7.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 7.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 7.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 7.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
  • 7.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA940 PMC552054C Spin concrete pipes Unit of competency