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Assemble, fabricate and place reinforcement

Assemble, fabricate and place reinforcement

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552056
State Code
BAH41
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assemble, fabricate and place reinforcement. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to interpret plans (steel drawings), fabricate the reinforcement from pre-cut and bent steel, place and secure reinforcement and identify 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 Prepare for fabrication
  • 1.1 Check quantities, type, size and shape of reinforcement supplied against drawings, tags and schedules
  • 1.2 Prepare jigs and/or other assembly aids if applicable
2 Assemble/fabricate reinforcement
  • 2.1 Assemble reinforcement using appropriate fixing method
  • 2.2 Check final dimensions are to specification
  • 2.3 Insert lifting devices, lugs, fittings, bar chairs and nibs according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 2.4 Ensure minimum lap sizes are observed where applicable
  • 2.5 Complete cage to enable lifting (if assembled outside the mould)
  • 2.6 Report any non-compliance
  • 2.7 Follow all work health and safety (WHS) procedures and work instructions
3 Rectify routine problems
  • 3.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 3.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 3.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 3.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
  • 3.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
4 Control hazards
  • 4.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 4.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 4.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 4.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA942 PMC552056B Assemble, fabricate and place reinforcement Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF23 MSMPMC318 Assemble, fabricate and place reinforcement Unit of competency