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Conduct off-form vertical concrete operations

Conduct off-form vertical concrete operations

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCON3051
State Code
OCP16
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare and apply concrete to slip-form or jump-form structures in the construction of multi storey buildings. It includes sequencing, placing and compacting concrete in formwork.A person who has achieved this unit of competency would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to conduct off-form vertical concrete operations.
  • 1.1 Interpret drawings and specifications for off-form vertical concrete operations and clarify requirements with relevant persons.
  • 1.2 Plan work tasks to comply with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes, work health and safety (WHS), environmental and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select and fit required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults.
  • 1.6 Calculate and acquire material quantities to meet task specifications and safely locate materials ready for use.
2 Set out and prepare slip-form or jump-form location.
  • 2.1 Set out location and size of pour in accordance with drawings and specifications.
  • 2.2 Prepare equipment specifically associated with slip-formwork or jump-formwork installation.
  • 2.3 Prepare, place and fix edge formwork with plumb and align to specifications.
  • 2.4 Use required equipment to apply form release agent to slip -formwork or jump-formwork in accordance with specifications.
3 Place and tie reinforcement and cast-in fittings.
  • 3.1 Check reinforcement, accessories and cast-in fittings for conformity with drawings and specifications.
  • 3.2 Position reinforcement and accessories in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
  • 3.3 Tie reinforcement in correct placement in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
4 Place, finish and cure concrete.
  • 4.1 Determine sequencing of concrete from specifications.
  • 4.2 Place concrete evenly into formwork in layers and consolidate to specification, avoiding material segregation and using approved compaction method.
  • 4.3 Screed and finish concrete surface to specification ensuring cast-in fittings are clear.
  • 4.4 Add curing compound in accordance with specifications.
  • 4.5 Continue placement cycle after slip-form or jump-form formwork is progressed by riggers, avoiding cold joint.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements.
  • 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAP27 CPCCCO3051 Conduct off-form vertical concrete operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD7 CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting Qualification