Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
relevant federal, state and local authorities administering the applicable acts
regulations
relevant code of practice
manufacturer's requirements
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity Disability Discrimination legislation
Work requirements may include:
plans
specifications
quality scaffolding requirements
quantity scaffolding requirements
operational details
shift briefings
handover details
work orders
purpose of scaffolding
Preliminary scaffolding plan may include:
site sketch
scaffolding requirements
scaffolding / equipment configurations
identification of potential hazards
control measures
site access and exit
estimation of types and quantities of components
identification of scaffolding coordination requirements
transportation of required equipment
Safety may include:
relevant OHS requirements in accordance with the following:
applicable legislation
applicable regulations
applicable code of practice
applicable organisational safety policies and procedures
project safety plan
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
workplace environment
handling of materials
use of fire fighting equipment
First Aid
hazard control including hazardous materials and substances
safe operating workplace procedures
conduct an operational risk assessment and treatments associated with power cables including:
overhead service trays
cables and conduits
lighting
earth leakage boxes
trip hazards
working with dangerous materials
working in confined spaces
surrounding structures
restricted access barriers
traffic control
working at heights
working in proximity to others
worksite visitors
the public
emergency procedures including:
extinguishing fires
organisational First Aid requirements
evacuation
management plans
manufacturer's instructions
reporting defects in equipment
Site preparation may include:
site isolation
worksite inspection
assessment of conditions
hazard identification
erection of barriers
installation of signage
assembly and erection of lifting devices
establishment of footings
equipment defect identification
Equipment may include:
plant
tools
free standing prefabricated scaffolds
cantilevered hoists with a working load limit not exceeding 500kg (materials only)
ropes
gin wheels
safety nets and static lines
bracket scaffolds (tank and formwork)
aluminium modular scaffolding equipment
ladders
scaffolding planks
steel box spanners
hammers
spirit levels
tape measures
shovels
spanners
whipping cord
fibre rope
scaffolding materials
Statutory/regulatory authorities may include:
relevant federal, state and local authorities administering the applicable acts
regulations
relevant code of practice
applicable Australian standards
manufacturer's requirements
Environmental requirements may include:
waste management
noise
dust
clean-up management
environmental plans
regulatory obligations
environmental protection
Safe work practices may include:
planned hazard prevention and control measures
whipping designated rope ends in accordance with regulations and project specifications
splicing designated rope ends in accordance with regulations and project specifications
applying bends and hitches and inspecting them in accordance with project specifications
maintenance of an inspection log for the inspection and repair of scaffolding
Critical structural and safety areas may include:
damage
corrosion
wear
stability
current usage reconciled with changes to the plan via the inspection log
scaffold stability

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the conduct of basic scaffolding operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of basic scaffolding operations
working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of basic scaffolding operations that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of basic scaffolding operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete basic scaffolding operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.