ScaffoldingBasicUoCv.3.1

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BCGSCAF20xxA Licence to erect and dismantle scaffolding basic level

Commonwealth of Australia 2007 DRAFT Print version 3.1, to be reviewed by xx/xx/xx

BCGSCAF20XXA Licence to erect and dismantle

scaffolding basic levelUnit Descriptor This unit specifies the outcomes required to erect and

dismantle scaffolding. It includes prefabricated scaffolds,

cantilevered hoists with a load limit not exceeding 500kilograms (material only), ropes, gin wheels, safety nets

and static lines, and bracket scaffolds (tank and

formwork).

This unit is based upon the National Standard for

Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work.

Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.

Application of the

unit

This unit has been developed to comply with

Commonwealth, State and Territory Occupational Health

and Safety legislation and regulations and should provide

demonstration of competency suitable for licence

application.

The Department of Education, Science and Training,together with the Office of the Australian Safety and

Compensation Council, advise that this unit is not to be

modified in any way, including when it is imported into

other Training Packages. In its current form it meets

State and Territory licensing requirements. Any

alteration will result in a unit which is not acceptable to

regulators for the purpose of licensing.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA1. Plan scaffolding

job.

1.1The task to be performed is identified.1.2

Site specific information, including site inductions isobtained as necessary.

1.3Potentialhazards associated with the use of cranes andother load moving equipment are identified. Risks are

analysed and job methods developed to include hazard

prevention/control measures according to the appropriate

standard, codes of practice and to equipment

manufacturers specifications. Particular attention

should be paid to environmental conditions, ground and

soil conditions, working at heights, confined spaces, and

electrical clearances.

1.4Optimum prevention/control measures are selectedincluding development of Safe Work Method Statements(SWMS) for persons erecting and dismantling

scaffolding and the use of personal protective equipment.

1.5Adequate site access and egress is identified.1.6All loads and forces exerted on and by the scaffold are

determined and calculated. These forces and loads

include, but are not limited to, dead loads, live loads,

static load, dynamic loads, wind loads

1.7Manufacturers and/or engineers are consulted regarding


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specific characteristics of scaffolding application and

loading when required.

1.8All necessary work and personnel approvals, includingpermits, required to undertake the job are checked. All

tasks to be undertaken in accordance with relevant

legislation.

1.9Work method, sequence, priority andcommunicationwith other trades is confirmed.2. Select and inspect

plant and

equipment.

2.1Select and inspect plant and equipment, which mayincludemodular scaffolding , gin wheels, materials

hoists, tie tubes and fittings, safety nets, planks, static

lines, ladders, and stairways.

2.2Select and inspect required personal protectiveequipment.

2.3Fibre rope is inspected for damage and wear.2.4Flexible Steel Wire Rope (FSWR) is inspected for

damage and wear.

2.5Tools are selected and inspected.2.6Damaged or excessively worncomponents are

identified, isolated, labeled and rejected or repaired.

2.7Different modular system components are identified andapproval sort before use.

3. Prepare site andequipment.

3.1Workplace is isolated using appropriatehazard controlmeasures, including barricades and signage, electrical

isolations, and gas isolations.

3.2Risks are eliminated or controlled by using appropriatemethods.

3.3Ground conditions are identified and appropriatefootings prepared to support scaffold or structure.

3.4Components and equipment are set out as per plans andprepared for erection.

3.5Personal protective equipment (PPE) is prepared, fittedand worn correctly, including the use of fall arrest

equipment.

4. Perform task. 4.1Footings are positioned and set up as required.4.2Scaffold components are laid out in the planned

sequence of erection.

4.3Scaffold is erected according to manufacturersspecifications and safe work practices.

4.4Proposed changes are identified and reviewed todetermine compliance.

4.5Scaffold is plumbed level and adjusted as required.4.6Components, equipment and tools are handled safely and

confidently at heights.

4.7Scaffolder works safely and confidently at heights.4.8Scaffold ties installed as per Australian Standards.4.9Plant, including hoists, static lines, and safety nets


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positioned according to current Legislative

Requirements.

4.10 The securing of temporary guys, ties, propping andshoring (including fibre ropes, FSWR, and tubing) are

connected when required.

4.11 Load is distributed on scaffold according toAustralian Standards.

4.12 Completed task is inspected for compliance withlegislative, workplace and manufacturers requirements.

4.13 Plant and equipment is dismantled, changed, alteredor adjusted in preparation for relocation or conclusion of

task.

5. Job completionand clean up.

5.1Excess equipment and material identified and storedaccording to workplace requirements.

5.2Workplace cleared of equipment or debris.5.3Defective equipment tagged and isolated.5.4Defects reported and recorded according to workplace

requirements.5.5Review work completion checklist prior to completion

of job.

5.6Handover certificate or other similar documentation iscompleted and given to appropriate personnel.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEThis describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

Interpersonal communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with othersite personnel.

Ability to calculate SWL/WLL. Appropriate mathematical procedures for scaffolding loading and estimation of

quantities.

Risk assessment and control, including understanding of the hierarchy of control. Procedures for the recording, reporting and filing/storage of reportable

incidents/workplace records.

Methods for making temporary connection of ropes to loads using fibre andsynthetic types, and for making terminations at the end of fibre ropes.

Methods for making temporary connection of guy ropes and static lines usingFSWR.

Estimation of bearing pressures of the full range of soil types and associatedground conditions for setting up scaffold, plant and equipment.

Ability to work safely and confidently at heights. Ability to set up static lines. Ability to set up fall arrest systems, including safety nets. Ability to work safely in confined spaces. Ability to identify types of scaffolding and their uses. Ability to erect different types of scaffolding. Ability to erect, level, plumb and stabilise scaffold, plant and equipment.


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Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications applicable toscaffolding work.

Ability to interpret manufacturers specifications for scaffolding, plant andequipment.

Required knowledge: Commonwealth, State or Territory and local government OH&S legislation,

regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of techniques

for undertaking scaffolding activities.

Workplace induction general, site and task specific. Organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for

scaffolding.

Environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material,noise, exhaust fumes, distillates and fuels.

Uses and limitations of plant, tools and equipment appropriate to scaffolding tasksand activities.

Knowledge of types of scaffolding and their application. Knowledge of types of hoists, plant and equipment associated with scaffolding

and their use.

Knowledge of scaffolding erection and dismantling techniques. Load capabilities of different types of scaffolding constructions. Understanding of inspection and maintenance requirements of a wide range of

appropriate plant and equipment according to Australian standards or

manufacturers specifications.

Knowledge of principles relating to plant and equipment stability. Safety equipment applicable to scaffolding.

RANGE STATEMENTThe 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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present

with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of

the item, and local industry and regional contexts.Communication May consist of verbal and non-verbal

language including written instructions,

listening, questioning to confirm

understanding, and appropriate worksite

protocol.

Components Components include, but not be limited

to, stairs or ladders, steel and aluminium

tubes, couplers and accessories,scaffolding planks (including laminated),

prefabricated components, stairs, guard

rails, mid rails, braces, ledgers, transoms,

standards, mesh guards, adjustable base

plates, hop-up brackets, gin wheels,

ladder access brackets, toe boards.


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Electrical Clearances Minimum clearance distance from

powerlines or electrical equipment as

determined by relevant State authority or

electrical supply authority.

Equipment Includes all types of power and manually

operated gear, fibre ropes, FSWR, chains,

wire and synthetic slings, shackles,terminations, wedge sockets, eye bolts,

rope grips, and turnbuckles.

Fibre Rope Includes identification and uses (natural

and synthetic), may include whipping,

splicing, bends and hitches, block-and-

tackle, temporary guys, lashing, hand-

held lines.

Flexible Steel Wire Rope (FSWR) Includes identification and uses and may

include termination for static lines, guys,

lashing, hoist and winch ropes.

Hazard Control Includes, but not limited to, hoardings,traffic control, barricades, signs,

temporary fencing, lighting, and buffers.

Hazards May include but not be limited to power

lines, uneven surfaces, unstable surfaces,

unstable structures, underground services,

inadequate floor loading/strength,

overhead services, buildings,

obstructions, trees, bridges, machinery,

vehicles or moving plant and equipment,

other workers, unauthorised personnel,

trip hazards, rubbish, protrusions, sharps,

awnings, brittle roofs, ladders, dynamic-loading concrete pump lines, pneumatic

hoses, pre and post-tensioned concrete,

hazardous materials, corrosive

substances, electricity, defective

equipment, time constraints, working

alone, inadequate lighting, inclement

weather, temperature, fire, working at

heights, and confined spaces.

Modular Scaffolding Includes steel, fibreglass and aluminium

frame scaffolding.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Is to include that prescribed under

Legislation, Regulation, Codes ofPractice, and workplace policies and

practices. May include, but not be

limited to, hard hat, safety boots,

reflective vest and relevant breathing,

hearing, sight and skin protection, and

fall-arrest equipment including harnesses

and lanyards, static lines, safety nets, and

inertia reels.


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Standards Must include current Australian

Standards, Codes of Practice, and

manufacturers specifications.

Tools Tools may include but not be limited to

pallet trolleys, box spanners, hammers,

spirit levels, tape measures, scaffold

belts, podgers hammers, wire nips,wrenches, torpedo levels, shovels,

spanners, materials hoists, forklifts,

cutters, hammer drills, sledge hammers,

wheel barrows and relevant maintenance

equipment.

EVIDENCE GUIDEThe evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the

Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment

Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment Assessment of this unit must be in accordance withthe Assessment Instrument for this unit, document

reference xxx, approved for licensing assessment by

ASCC. Refer to this document for details.

Critical aspects forassessment and evidencerequired to demonstratecompetency in this unit

1. Compliance with organisational and site policiesand procedures including quality requirements

and State or Territory legislation applicable to

workplace operations.

2. Compliance with OH&S and environmentalregulations, policies and procedures.

3. Effectively communicate and work safely withothers in the work area.4. Effectively conduct risk assessment and

management procedures.

5. Effectively complete the planning, erection anddismantling of a modular scaffolding system, in

accordance with job safety analyses or safe work

method statements and regulations, including a

minimum of:

a return ladder access platform brackets (hop-up brackets) a height of at least 3.0 metres above the

supporting surface

full edge protection for each work platformincluding toeboards and handrails


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6. Effectively conduct pre and post operationalchecks of basic scaffolding.

7. Compliance with Commonwealth, State orTerritory regulations for the acquisition of a

regulatory authority licence.

Context of and specificresources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed inthe workplace or realistically simulated

workplace.

Assessment is to occur under standard andauthorised work practices, safety requirements

and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge,other than confirmatory questions, will usually be

conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatoryor Australian Standards requirements.

The following resources should be madeavailable:

- workplace location or simulatedworkplace

- materials and equipment relevant toerecting and dismantling basic

scaffolding.

Specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessmentguidelines of the relevant Training Package and

that of Commonwealth, State or Territory OH&S

regulations.

Assessment methods must confirm consistencyand accuracy of erect and performance (over time

and in a range of workplace relevant contexts)

together with application of underpinning

knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by directobservation of tasks and include questioning on

underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct

interpretation and application, it must also

reinforce and confirm the ability to access and

correctly interpret and apply the integration of key

competencies.

Assessment may be applied under project related


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conditions (real or simulated) and require

evidence of process.

Assessment methods must confirm the use ofapproved Learning and Assessment instruments.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inferencethat competency is able not only to be satisfiedunder the particular circumstance, but is able to be

transferred to other circumstances.

Assessment may be in conjunction withassessment of other units of competency.

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