Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Scaffolding/equipment
Tube and fitting scaffolds as limited by legislative requirements
Fall protection devices
Catch platforms
Standing prefabricated tower scaffolds and bracket scaffolds
Mobile scaffolds
Cantilevered hoists
Cantilevered and spurred scaffolds
Platforms and course-ways
Suspended scaffolds
Cantilevered cranes
Loading platforms
Hung scaffolds
Complex scaffolding means Intermediate Scaffolding and above as set out the legislative requirements in each State and Territory. The major difference between the complex and basic scaffolding is the height of the working platform and certain types of scaffolding and configurations
Hazards
Chemicals, dangerous or hazardous substances/materials
Movement of equipment, goods, materials, vehicular traffic
Uneven/unstable terrain, overhead service lines, trees, underground services, obstructions, structures, surrounding buildings, facilities, bridges/walkways, lifting equipment
Prescribed procedures
Clarification of instructions either written or from authorised personnel
Site safety policy and procedures
Standard operating procedures
Correct use of equipment
Industry standards and requirements
Manufacturers' specifications
Signage and barriers
Physical barriers (parawebbing, bollards, timber or metal barriers)
Warning/direction signs
Personnel to restrict unauthorised access (spotters)
Permit signage
Safe work practices
Hazard identification, control measures, risk assessment, standard operating procedures, house keeping and personal protective equipment
State or Territory legislative requirements
Appropriate OH&S and Scaffolding acts and regulations
Australian standards and codes of practice and
NOHSC:1006

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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to coordinate the erection, repair, maintenance and dismantling of all scaffolding applications. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with coordination of the erection, repair, maintenance and dismantling of all scaffolding applications or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifi-cations, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment