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Finish casting operation

Finish casting operation

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552057
State Code
BAH39
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
20
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to finish casting operations by fitting reinforcement and accessories to products before curing.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to ensure the mould is stable, position reinforcement and fittings, top up and cover mould 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 Adjust and level mould and accessories
  • 1.1 Ensure position of mould base is level and stabilised according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Adjust level of pipes and other accessories already fitted as required
2 Position and fit reinforcement and accessories
  • 2.1 Place reinforcement in green concrete according to work as required
  • 2.2 Place fittings/accessories in concrete to specification
3 Top up mould and finish
  • 3.1 Top up and cover mould according to work instructions
  • 3.2 Finish and patch product to specification
  • 3.3 Clean mould and work site as required by good occupational hygiene practices
4 Rectify routine problems
  • 4.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 4.2 Determine and rectify fault causes by procedures/work instructions
  • 4.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 4.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
  • 4.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
5 Control hazards
  • 5.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 5.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 5.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 5.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA943 PMC552057B Finish casting operation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF58 MSMPMC319 Finish casting operation Unit of competency