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Lay paving

Lay paving

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSC204A
State Code
D6913
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/12/2011
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
02/12/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the process of laying modular paving and defines the standard required to: set out the paving area; prepare the ground; lay bedding material; lay pavers to the specified pattern; clean up the site and dispose of waste.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for paving work
  • 1.1. Required workplace information is interpreted and confirmed with supervisor.
  • 1.2. Tools and equipment are prepared and used according to supervisor's instructions.
  • 1.3. The quantity and quality of materials are checked to ensure they conform to the requirements of the job.
  • 1.4. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and reported to the supervisor.
  • 1.5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing is selected, used and maintained.
2. Set out and prepare paving area
  • 2.1. The area to be paved is marked out according to the site plan.
  • 2.2. The marked out area is checked with the supervisor for compliance with the site plan and OHS requirements, and adjusted where necessary.
  • 2.3. The reduced levels of the proposed paving area are calculated and pegged from the survey benchmark using the rise and fall method in a closed level run.
3. Undertake ground preparation
  • 3.1. The area is excavated to shape, depth and dimensions to sub base level according to minimal industry standards.
  • 3.2. The sub base is trimmed to the designated level and falls to ensure that the final level of paving can be achieved.
  • 3.3. Drainage systems are constructed as necessary according to the site plan.
  • 3.4. Base material is placed and compacted to the required finished level according to minimal industry standards.
4. Lay bedding material
  • 4.1. Bedding material is spread loosely over the area to ensure the designated bedding depth can be attained according to minimal industry standards.
  • 4.2. Screed rails are established to ensure the bedding course is maintained.
  • 4.3. Bedding material is levelled to the designated level and falls and in accordance with minimum industry standards.
5. Lay pavers to a given pattern
  • 5.1. Grid string lines are set to required levels to ensure the designated pattern of the project is attained, and to maintain straight lines of components.
  • 5.2. Pavers are set out to the required dimensions and pattern according to the site plan.
  • 5.3. Whole pavers are laid and compacted to the established finish level.
  • 5.4. Pavers are marked, cut and fitted to accurately fill gaps in the pattern within tolerances nominated within the site plan.
  • 5.5. Permanent edge constraints are installed to prevent movement of pavers.
6. Clean site and store tools and equipment
  • 6.1. Paving is swept thoroughly to produce a clean and flat surface free of debris.
  • 6.2. Sand is spread evenly of the paved area and compacted to the finished level.
  • 6.3. Soil and waste material from the site is disposed of or recycled to ensure minimal impact on the environment.
  • 6.4. All tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to supervisors instructions.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Paving may include:
clay or brick paving bricks.
Permanent edge constraints may include:
concrete, timber or steel constraints
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
set out the paving area
prepare the ground
lay bedding material
lay pavers to the specified pattern
clean up the site and dispose of waste.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3332 RTF2208A Lay paving Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO08 AHCLSC204 Lay paving Unit of competency