View Unit : Grouting or Waxing Post Tensioned Tendons and/or Bars in the Workplace

Unit

Unit Reference Number

D/601/6946

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Grouting or Waxing Post Tensioned Tendons and/or Bars in the Workplace

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

233

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

5.2 Building and Construction

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with:

– the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF

– the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment – Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional Units and Qualifications with NVQ in the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) title and SVQs.

Assessors for this unit must use a combination of the following assessment methods:

– observation of normal work activities within the workplace that clearly confirms the required skills

– questioning the learner on knowledge criteria that clearly confirms the required understanding

– review other forms of evidence that can clearly confirm industry required skills, knowledge and understanding.

Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of occupational expertise and knowledge of grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars to be effective and reliable when confirming a learner’s competence.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated except for assessment criteria 3.4.

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	1.1	Interpret and extract information from drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information.
		1.2	Comply with information and/or instructions derived from risk assessments and method statements.
		1.3	State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
		1.4	Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: – drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and associated regulations.
2	Know how to comply with relevant legislation and official guidance when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	2.1	Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: – in the workplace, below ground level, at height, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting.
		2.2	Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
		2.3	State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making reports.
		2.4	State the types of fire extinguishers available when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars and describe how and when they are used.
3	Maintain safe working practices when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	3.1	Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.
		3.2	Explain why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type.
		3.3	State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
		3.4	Demonstrate the safe use of a fire extinguisher relevant to a typical fire associated with grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars as relevant to the operations.
4	Select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work to grout or wax post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	4.1	Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: – vents and connectors – mixers, grout or wax – grout, grease or wax pump and gauges – testing equipment – pre-bagged grout – waxes and grease – hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
		4.2	Select resources associated with own work in relation to materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
		4.3	State how the resources should be used correctly, how problems associated with the resources are reported and how the organisational procedures are used.
		4.4	Outline potential hazards associated with the resources and method of work.
		4.5	Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to grout or wax post tensioned tendons and/or bars.
5	Minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	5.1	Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage.
		5.2	Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
		5.3	Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions.
		5.4	Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
		5.5	State why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance.
6	Complete the work within the allocated time when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.	6.1	Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated time.
6		6.2	State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: – types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times – organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme.
7	Comply with the given contract information to grout or wax post tensioned tendons and/or bars to the required specification.	7.1	Demonstrate the following work skills when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars: – mixing, testing, capping, sealing and curing.
		7.2	Test duct integrity and grout or wax post tensioned tendons and/or bars and/or post tensioned bars to given working instructions.
		7.3	Seal and protect the post tensioned tendons and/or post tensioned bars to given working instructions.
		7.4	Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: – blow out ducts – prepare equipment – check for leakage/blockages; rectify if necessary – mix pre-bagged grout or prepare waxes or grease – carry out tests and/or facilitate tests by others – pump grout, waxes or grease to tendons – bleed and seal vents – remove vents and seal at both ends after specified curing period, if applicable – top up if necessary – clean and clear work area – complete records – use grouting, greasing or waxing testing equipment – use hand tools, power tools and equipment – work at height – use access equipment as required.
		7.5	Safely use and store materials, hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and grouting/waxing equipment.
		7.6	State the needs of other occupations and how to communicate within a team when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.
		7.7	Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when grouting or waxing post tensioned tendons and/or bars.

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