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Carry out high performance concreting

Carry out high performance concreting

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCCO3050
State Code
OAP16
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/01/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/04/2019
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/04/2019
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare and place high performance concrete onto structures requiring high strength attributes and durability.It includes concrete work on structures including bridges, airport runways, dams, cooling towers, foundation supports for highrise facilities, roadways and tunnels.It applies to concreters working as members of a team with at least a moderate degree of autonomy. They would be expected to complete routine activities without close supervision.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in all states and territories except Tasmania. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to carry out high performance concreting.
  • 1.1 Review and clarify task to carry out high performance concreting.
  • 1.2 Review task specifications and check to make sure they are in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
  • 1.3 Review work health and safety (WHS) requirements for the task in accordance with safety plans and policies.
  • 1.4 Identify safety signage and barricade requirements.
  • 1.5 Review environmental requirements for the task in accordance with environmental plans and legislative requirements.
  • 1.6 Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults.
  • 1.7 Calculate material quantity requirements.
  • 1.8 Acquire materials for the task and locate them safely ready for use.
2. Place, finish and cure high performance concrete.
  • 2.1 Erect identified safety signage and barricades, and fit personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.2 Carry out tests for each property of high performance concrete in accordance with specifications and associated testing standards.
  • 2.3 Use appropriate mechanical or manual handling techniques and processes to discharge high performance concrete into formwork.
  • 2.4 Use technique nominated in specifications to ensure high performance concrete is placed in a timely manner to avoid material segregation.
  • 2.5 Compact or vibrate high performance concrete and screed to job specifications into designated formwork in accordance with specifications and supporting drawings.
  • 2.6 Finish high performance concrete to specified thickness and height.
  • 2.7 Apply and document high performance concrete curing regime in accordance with specifications, which may include a selection of curing methods.
  • 2.8 Protect concrete from damage and pollution during construction using a plastic membrane.
3. Clean up after carrying out high performance concreting.
  • 3.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and task requirements.
  • 3.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI735 CPCCCO3050A Carry out high performance concreting Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCQ22 CPCCON3050 Carry out high-performance concreting Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEG4 CPC30318 Certificate III in Concreting Qualification