OS Finishing Construction Works Level I-V Final

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

OCCUPATIONAL STANDARD

FINISHING CONSTRUCTION
WORKS
NTQF Level I-II

Ministry of Labor and Skill

February 2022
Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

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copy right Ethiopia occupational standard February 2022
Introduction
Ethiopia has embarked on a process of reforming its TVET-System. Within the policies and
strategies of the Ethiopian Government, technology transformation – by using international
standards and international best practices as the basis, and, adopting, adapting and verifying them
in the Ethiopian context – is a pivotal element. TVET is given an important role with regard to
technology transfer. The new paradigm in the outcome-based TVET system is the orientation at
the current and anticipated future demand of the economy and the labor market.
The Ethiopia Occupational Standards (EOS) is the core element of the Ethiopian National
TVET-Strategy and an important factor within the context of the National TVET-Qualification
Framework (NTQF).They are national Ethiopia standards, which define the occupational
requirements and expected outcome related to a specific occupation without taking TVET
delivery into account.
This document details the mandatory format, sequencing, wording and layout for the Ethiopia
Occupational Standard which comprised of Units of Competence.
A Unit of Competence describes a distinct work activity. It is documented in a standard format

that comprises:
 Occupational title and NTQF level
 Unit code
 Unit title
 Unit descriptor
 Elements and Performance criteria
 Variables and Range statement
 Evidence guide
Together all the parts of a Unit of Competence guide the assessor in determining whether the
candidate is competent.
The ensuing sections of this EOS document comprise a description of the respective occupation
with all the key components of a Unit of Competence:
 chart with an overview of all Units of Competence for the respective level including the Unit
Codes and the Unit Titles
 contents of each Unit of Competence (competence standard)
 occupational map providing the technical and vocational education and training (TVET)
providers with information and important requirements to consider when designing training
programs for this standards and for the individual, a career path

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UNIT OF COMPETENCE CHART
Occupational Standard: FINISHING CONSTRUCTION WORK
Occupational Code: EIS FCW
NTQF Level I
EIS FCW1 01 0322 EIS FCW1 02 0322 EIS FCW1 03 0322
Prepare Technical Set out Profile Set-up for Lay Masonry Unit
Drawings, Read and Finishing Works
Interpret Building
Drawings

Perform Bench work Erect & Dismantle Prepare Surfaces for
Scaffolding& Form Work finishing Works

Apply Internal & External Lay Smooth and Rough Mix & Apply Smooth
Plastering Cement Screeds Finish Paint
EIS FCW1 10 0322

Apply 5S Procedures

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Work Level II
NTQF Level II

Prepare building Drawing Apply Internal & External Prepare and Install
Plastering Surfaces and Fibrous Plaster
Edges Component

Install &Finish Fixed Apply Wall Paper and Cut and Fix Wal ,Floor
Plasterboard Wall Covering Tiles and skirting

Carry Out Pointing Apply Water Proofing Apply Industrial
Process Coating

Repair and Rectify Simple Operate application Prevent and Eliminate
Finishing Works software packages MUDA

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Work Level III
NTQF Level III

Use CAD Systems to Prepare bill of quantity Produce specialized
Produce Basic Engineering plastering surface
drawing

Cut and fix tiles for Curved Install Tiles regular and Carry out mosaic and
surface Tile irregular roofs decorative tile

Install Pre-cast Decorative Apply Gypsum Finishing Apply quartz Paint
Molding Work

Apply decorative and Restore and renovate Apply stains and clear
texture coat paint finishing finishing work timber finishes

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Work Level IV
NTQF Level IV

Apply Plaster by Install, Finish Plasterboard Apply Granite paint
Projection Machine and Fiber Cement Sheeting to
Arches

Apply Interior Designs Install Domestic Glazing Apply Building Code and
and Decorate Spaces Standards and Prepare
Specifications

Manage and Supervise Prepare and Manage Control Occupational
Bid/Tender Document Health and Safety (OHS)
Finishing Construction
Development for finishing Risks
Works
works
EIS FCW4 10 0322

Manage construction risk

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Works Level V
NTQF Level V
Estimate Job, Cost and Apply Legal Requirement Install and produce external
Ordering Bill of material and Administer Contracts wall finished cast cladding
cement

Apply Marble and Acrylic Apply Interior Designs and Produce Signage and
paint Decorate Spaces Lettering Works

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NTQF Level I

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Works Level I
Prepare Technical Drawings, Read and Interpret Building
Unit Title
Drawings
Unit Code EIS FCW1 01 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required
to prepare technical drawing, read and interpret building drawings.
Elements Performance Criteria

1.1 The purpose and advantage of different types of drawing are
1. Identify types
identified.
of drawings
1.2 Different aspects of drawings are identified.
and their
purposes
2.1 Tools and equipment selected are consistent with preparing
2. Prepare
building drawings and documentation, checked for serviceability
Technical
and any faults reported to supervisor.
Drawings
2.2 Simple two and three dimensional drawings and sketches are
prepared using standard drawing conventions.
2.3 Sectional details of simple building elements and elevations are
prepared using standard drawing conventions.
2.4 Common symbols and abbreviations are included using correct
format and conventions.
3.1 The building site is identified from location drawings.
3. Read and
3.2 The key features of site plans are identified
interpret
3.3 The key features of building plans, elevations and sections are
building
identified.
drawing.
3.4 Client requested variations to standard plans are identified on
drawings.
Variables Range
Types of drawing May include but not limited:
 Sketch Plans
 Working Drawings
 Presentation drawings
 CAD drawings
 Initial sketches
 Preliminary and final drawings and plans however produced

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
Detailed amendment drawings

Construction information

Service details such as wiring, piping, ducts and waste disposal

Details of roads, pathways, parking areas, boundaries and
landscaping
Aspects of May include but not limited:
drawings  Plans
 Elevations
 Sections
 Views in isometric projection and perspective
Key features of the May include but not limited:
site plan  Location and situation
 Access and egress
 Contours and slopes
 Existing dwellings, buildings or other structures
 Retaining walls
 Drainage lines
 Paving
 Set Backs
 Service connection points
 Easements
 Storm water disposal
 Trees and vegetation
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competence  Prepare technical drawing
 Identify the characteristics and features of sites and structures
pertinent to a construction project
 Read and interpreted building drawing
Required Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Building and construction practices
Attitudes  Relevant federal/regional building construction codes, standards
 Types of building construction drawings and drawing perspectives
Required Demonstrates skills to:
Skills  Identify types of drawings and their purposes
 Prepare Technical Drawings

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 Read and interpret building drawings
Resource  Workplace: Real or simulated work area
Implications  Appropriate site plan and working drawing
 Manuals and drawing to the specific job
Methods of Competency should be assessed through:

Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Unit Title Set out Profile Set-up for Finishing Works
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitudes
required to identify site boundaries and survey indicators,
establishing, measuring and setting up of profiled set outs for
finishing works.
1. Plan and prepare 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
requirements and operational details are obtained, on firmed
and applied.
1.2. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies.
1.3. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent
with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and
any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
1.4. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance
with plans and/or specifications.
1.5. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified,
obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
1.6. Environmental protection requirements are identified for the
project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory
obligations and applied.
2.1 Survey pegs at corners of site are located and identified in
2. Identify and
accordance with job drawings and specifications.
indicate site
2.2 String lines are set accurately into position to identify
boundaries
boundaries of site in accordance with site plan and survey
pegs.
3.1 Measurements of building line from boundary or existing
3. Set out first line
building are determined from site drawings.
for building
3.2 Approximate position and length of line, plus building clearance
alignment
measurement at each end, is determined for hurdle location
in accordance with site plan and survey pegs.
3.3 Pegs and hurdles/profiles are installed approximately level
across and between one another with adequate provision onto
mark footing width on hurdle/profile in accordance with job
drawings and specifications

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3.4 Location for line is accurately marked with nails on hurdles/
profiles and line set taut into position to true alignment with
boundary in accordance with job drawings and specifications
without error.
4.1 Corner of building is determined on set building line to true
4. Set out right
measurement from adjacent boundary and marked with peg in
angled corners
accordance with job drawings and specifications.
4.2 Right angle is set up to line from corner peg using
triangulation principles.
4.3 Hurdles/profiles are installed to approximate level of other
hurdles and line set taut to right angled alignment.
4.4 Diagonal measurements are checked for square and lines
adjusted to provide square associated with standard
Variables Range
Occupational Health May include but not limited:
and Safety (OHS)  Protective clothing and equipment,
 Use of tools and equipment,
 Workplace environment and safety,
 Handling of materials,
 Use of firefighting equipment,
 Organizational first aid,
 Hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
 Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
legislation, regulation and workplace policies and practices
 Safe operating procedures are to include but not be limited to the:
 Conduct of 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 and the public
Tools and May include but not limited:
Equipment  Measuring tapes/rules, straight edges,
 Sledge hammers/lump hammers,
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 Hammers, hand saws, nail bags, string lines,
 Marking equipment, spirit levels, saw stools,
 Automatic levels, laser levels, calculators
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Location, interpretation and application of relevant information,
standards
 Compliance with site safety plan, OH&S regulations and
 State/Territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
 Compliance with organizational policies and procedures
including quality requirements
 Safe and effective operational use of tools and equipment
 Communication and working effectively and safely with others
 Set out a full size L shape building on a relatively level site to
specifications
Required Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Basic General Construction processes
Attitudes  General Construction plan, symbols and construction
 Identify terminology
 Processes for setting out
 Setting out device types, characteristics, technical capabilities and
limitations
 Setting out techniques
 Basic mathematical techniques associated with setting out
 Site and equipment safety requirements
 Processes for interpreting building drawings
 Project quality requirements
 General Construction terminology
 Line, level and plumb
 JSA's/Safe work method statement
Required Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Identify and indicate site boundaries
 Set out first line for building alignment
 Set out right angled corners
 Install other building lines
 Building lines are checked for square

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Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
activity
 Materials relevant to the proposed activity
 Drawings, sketches or blueprint
Method of Competency should be accessed through:

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction works Level I
Unit Title Lay Masonry Unit
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge, attitude required to
set out and construct masonry.

1.1. Quality Assurance requirements with company's stonemasonry
1. Plan and
operations is recognized and adhered to.
prepare work
1.2. OH&S requirements in accordance with application tasks and
workplace operations are recognized and adhered to.
1.3. Job requirements are identified from drawings and specification or
supervisor's directions.
1.4. Personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and
used.
1.5. Safety and protective requirements for work personnel, public and
environment is determined and used.
1.6. Tools, equipment and Machinery selected to carry out processes
consistent with requirements of job, is checked for serviceability
and faults are reported to supervisor.
1.7. Drawings, specifications and schedules for job are adhered to.
1.8. Types of stone and materials are selected appropriate to needs of
job and specifications.
2.1 Work platform is erected in accordance with regulatory and
2. Set out and
workplace requirements.
construct
2.2 Brick and block works are set out area is located & checked for
masonry works
conformity to dimensions and location as per job drawings,
specifications and standards.
2.3 Mortar is mixed, block and bricks are laid to set out for base and
specified bond in accordance with specifications and standards.
2.4 Brick and block wall is constructed maintaining bond and
completed to job specifications and standards.
2.5 Walls are to be straight and true in plumb line and level within
standard tolerances.
3.1 Tools and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored.
3. Clean up
3.2 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
in accordance with legislation/ regulations/codes of practice and
job specification.
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3.3 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and
standard work practices.

Variables Range
Occupational May include but not limited to:
Health and  workplace environment and safety
safety(OHS)  protective clothing
 working platforms
 working from scaffolding
 safety hazards
 use of tools and equipment
Tools and May include but not limited to:
equipment  measuring tape/rule, Brick hammer,
 Stone hammer , bolster Shovel, wheel barrow,
 spirit level , trowels ,jointing tools, screed boards ,
 angle grinder, concrete mixers, buckets,
 hoses, rakes, brooms, rubber mallets,
 mortar boards, straight edges, string lines
 line blocks, line pins, builders lines
Machinery May include but not limited to:
 masonry saws, mason’s squares, builder’s squares, vibrating plates,
screed boards and power leads
 forklifts, pallet trolleys, brick buggies and small petrol/diesel
engines/compressors/mixers
Stone May include but not limited to:
 granite
 sandstone
 marble
 basalt
 other natural stone
 brick ,block, mad block hydra fume and so on
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Apply workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Identify and describe types of masonry and characteristics, masonry
wall construction and application
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 Read working drawings and specifications
 mix mortar composition
 Describe range of mortar additives including plasticizers and their
application
 Describe and applied Building Code and Standards - Demonstrated
techniques in laying and securing stone
 Perform measuring and leveling
 Use tools and equipment safely
 Plan work
 Dry bed masonry and grout
 Bed masonry into mortar
Knowledge and  workplace and equipment safety requirements including regulations,
Attitudes codes and standards
 types of stone and characteristics
 types of stone wall construction
 work drawings and specifications
 mortar mix composition
 range of mortar additives including plasticizers and their application
 Building Code of Ethiopia
 Ethiopian Standards - Masonry in buildings
 techniques in laying and securing stone
 measuring and leveling
 finishes for mortar in masonry materials
using tools and equipment
Required Demonstrates skills to:
Skills  Planning and preparing work
 Drying and grouting bedded masonry
 Finishing masonry surfaces and joints
 using tools and equipment
 measuring and leveling
 Applying workplace and equipment safety requirements
Resource  Workplace: Real or simulated work area
Implications  Appropriate site plan and working drawing
 Manuals and drawing to the specific job
Methods of Competency should be assessed through:
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Occupational Standard: Structural construction works Level I
Unit Title Perform Bench work
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skills and attitude to perform
basic bench work operations (i.e. layout; cutting with hacksaw and
chisel; filing; drilling; tapping etc…) and check the components for
conformance to specifications.

1. Layout and 1.1. Materials are selected according to the requirements specified in
mark the drawing.
dimensions/ 1.2. Dimensions/features are laid out and marked in accordance with
features on drawing specifications using bench work tools and equipment.
work piece
1.3. Lay outing and marking are performed applying knowledge on
safety procedures and using personal protective devices.
2. Cut, chip and 2.1. Work pieces are clamped in work holding devices to avoid
file flat, damage and accidents.
rectangular or 2.2. Work pieces are cut, chipped or filed to within tolerance
round blocks specified in the drawing.
2.3. Broken or dull hacksaw blades are replaced according to
requirements
2.4. Bench work operations are performed applying knowledge on
3. Drill, ream and 3.1. Hole is drilled, reamed, spot-faced and lapped to drawing
lap holes specification.
3.2. Drilling, reaming or lapping holes are performed according to
recommended sequence.
3.3. Operations are performed applying knowledge on safety
procedures and using personal protective devices.
4. Cut threads 4.1. Thread is cut to fit gage or mating screw, within tolerance given
using tap and in the blueprint
stock and die 4.2. Thread is cut in accordance with the recommended tapping
sequence
4.3. Thread cutting operations are performed applying knowledge on
5. Off-hand grind 5.1. Cut edges are honed and free of burrs.
cutting tools
5.2. Cutter is sharpened to conform to specifications.
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5.3. Cutters are ground using appropriate cooling agents.
5.4. Cutting tool grinding is performed applying knowledge on
5.5. Safety procedures and using personal protective devices.
Variables Range
Materials May include:
 Ferrous
 Non Ferrous
Bench work tools May include:
and Equipment  Drill Press
 Pedestal Grinder
 Surface plate
 Layout and marking tools
 Cutting tools (hacksaw, chisel, files)
 Drills, reamers, laps
 Thread cutting tools (taps and stock and die)
 Inspection and measuring tools (templates, vernier caliper,
micrometer, straight edge, gages, etc…)
Work holding May include:
Devices  Clamps
 Vises
Bench work May include:
operations  Layout and marking
 Cutting
 Chipping
 Filing
 Drilling, boring, counter boring, spot-facing
 Lapping
 Reaming
 Thread cutting
 Off-hand grinding

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Evidence Guide
Competence  Laid-out and marked dimensions/features on the work piece
 Cut, chipped and filed work piece.
 Drilled, reamed and lapped holes.
 Cut threads
 Performed off-hand grinding
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Shop safety practices
Attitudes  Safe working habits
 Identification of hazardous areas
 Protective clothing and devices
 Safe handling of tools, equipment and materials
 Housekeeping
 First-aid
 Fire extinguishers
 Drawing/Plans
 Standard drawing symbols
 Orthographic and isometric drawings
 Shop mathematics
 Basic arithmetic operations
 Fractions and decimals
 Percentages and ratios
 Conversion of units (English to metric)
 Trigonometric functions
 Computation of feed, cutting speed and machine rpm
 Measurements
 Linear measuring tools (rules, vernier, micrometer, height gage)
 Geometrical tolerances
 Materials and related science
 Classification and mechanical properties of engineering
materials
 Bench work
 Theory, use and care of hand tools for:
 Layout and marking tools
 Sawing, chipping, filing, lapping
 Drilling, reaming, tapping
 External threading
 Off-hand grinding
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Using bench work tools and equipment
 Using measuring instruments
 Operating drill press and grinders

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Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or activity
Methods of Competency should be accessed through:

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Work Level I
Unit Title Erect and dismantle scaffolding and formwork
This unit of competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude required
Unit Descriptor
to erect and dismantle a range of modular scaffolding systems to
provide work platforms for finishing purposes.

1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
1. Plan and
requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed and
prepare
applied.
1.2 OH &S requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans
and policies.
1.3 Signage/barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
1.4 Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent
with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any
faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
1.5 Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with
plans and/or specifications.
1.6 Materials appropriate to the work application are identified,
1.7 Environmental protection requirements are identified for the
obligations and applied.
2. Whip, tie, 2.1 Whipping cord and fiber rope is inspected for damage and or wear.
splice and 2.2 Designated rope ends are whipped in accordance with regulations
inspect ropes and project specifications.
2.3 Designated rope ends are spliced in accordance with regulations
and project specifications.
2.4 Bends and hitches are applied and inspected in accordance with
project specifications.
3.1 Work area is cleared and surface prepared for safe erection of
3. Erect formwork scaffolding and formwork (for safe work conditions or to support
and scaffolding the formwork for lintels, beams, posts, shutters, piers, suspended
slab etc.)
3.2 Formwork and Scaffolding are set out to requirements of plans/
specifications
3.3 Formwork is assembled to plans/specifications/class of finish with

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support system set to correct height level and line
3.4 Bracing of formwork and scaffolding is placed according to
support plans/specifications to maintain rigidity and stability
3.5 Formwork and Scaffolding support system is sequentially erected
according to initial set out to job specifications
3.6 Formwork shutters and/or edge boxing is constructed to designed
form requirements and specified dimensions
3.7 Block outs and cast in-services are installed to specified locations
3.8 Debris, sawdust and other waste materials are removed from
completed formwork in accordance with waste management policy
for the site.
3.9 Formwork is oiled or greased not to allow the concrete to stick on
the form. Release agent is applied to formwork face to
manufacturers’ specifications where specified.
4.Inspect, repair 4.1 Erected modular scaffolding is inspected for damage, corrosion,
and alter erected wear and compatibility.
scaffolding 4.2 Current use of scaffolding is checked against original design and
is in accordance with regulations and specifications.
4.3 Formwork and Scaffolding stability inspected and confirmed.
4.4 Alteration or repair carried out where specified.
4.5 Inspection log and handover is completed and dated, ready for
signing by a certificated scaffold.
5.Dismantle 5.1 Scaffolding is isolated and appropriately signed and barricaded to
scaffolding and ensure safe dismantling.
strip formwork 5.2 Formwork and Scaffolding has to be dismantled according to the
work and weather conditions.
5.3 Timber components are de-nailed, cleaned, stored /stacked safely
for reuse or removal from site.
5.4 Steel components are cleaned, oiled and stored/stacked to
manufacturers’ maintenance recommendations.
5.5 Damaged formwork components are safely discarded after
stripping.

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Variables Range
Occupational May include but not be limited to:
Health and  protective clothing and equipment,
Safety(OHS)  use of tools and equipment,
 workplace environment and safety,
 handling of materials,
 use of firefighting equipment,
 organizational first aid,
 hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
Formworks and May include but not be limited to:
scaffolding  prefabricate or in-situ or a combination of both
 timber, metal or prefabricated
 Cardboard, timber or metal.
 patented components
Material quality May include but not be limited to:
requirements  relevant regulations including Ethiopian Standards,
 internal company quality policy and standards,
 workplace operations and procedures and manufacturers'
specifications
Environmental Are to include but are not limited to:
protection  waste management, noise,
requirements  dust,
 vibration and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
Competence  Demonstrates compliance with occupational health and safety
regulations applicable to work place operations.
 Indicates compliance with organizational policies and procedures
including quality assurance requirements
 Corrects procedures carried out prior to and during the application
of construction process
 Demonstrates safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and
equipment (basic Para-Sprints Running skills)
 Demonstrates basic Para-Sprints Running skills.
 Demonstrates interactive communication with others to ensure safe
and effective workplace operations.
Demonstrate Knowledge of:
Required
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Knowledge and  Workplace and equipment safety requirements.
Attitudes  Quality requirements.
 General construction terminology.
 Plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitation.
 Formwork and scaffolding materials.
 Line, level and plumb. .
 Hydraulic pressures applied to formwork.
 Release agents.
 Safe work methods.
Demonstrate Skills of:
Required Skills
limitation.
 Perform Formwork and scaffolding techniques.
 Processes for the calculation of material requirements.
 Read and interpret Plans, drawings and specifications.
 Processes for setting out and measuring.
 Erect formwork and scaffolding
The following resources must be provided:
Resource
Workplace or fully equipped environment with necessary tools and
Implications
equipment as well as consumable materials
Competence may be assessed through:
Methods of
Assessment  Interview/ Written Test
 Demonstration /Observation with Oral Questioning
Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Context of
place setting
Assessment

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Unit Title Prepare Surfaces for finishing Works
Unit Descriptor This unit competency covers the required skill, knowledge, and
attitude to work effectively to prepare surface for finishing works.
1. Plan and 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality

prepare requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed
and applied
1.2. Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) are followed in
accordance with safety plans and policies
1.3. Signage/barricade requirements are identified and implemented
1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to
commencement
with plans and/or specifications
obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use
obligations and applied
2.Prepare materials 2.1 Activities for material preparation are identified from
specifications, manufacturers’ or supervisor’s instructions
2.2 All finishing materials are checked for product suitability,
conformity to specification and compatibility with surface
material, preparation and installation technique
3. Prepare surface 3.1 Preparation requirements are identified from site inspection and
plans/specifications
3.2 Hazards, obstructions and attachments are removed, or
arrangements made for their removal
3.3 Surface preparation tools are selected and set up in accordance
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with surface condition, manufacturers’ specifications and job
requirements
3.4 Patching method of hole is determined from type of material
surface, size of hole, compatibility of materials and planned
finish.
3.5 Patching materials are selected to suit material surface and are
mixed to manufacturer specifications.
3.6 Material is applied to manufacturer specifications using
appropriate application method.
3.7 Surface is brushed, washed and scraped clean of surplus material
in accordance with type of patching material and material surface.
3.8 Patched areas are sealed by application of prime or sealing coat,
to suit requirements of specified finishes.
4. Prepare surface 4.1. Preparation requirements are identified from site inspection
and plans/specifications
4.2. Hazards, obstructions and attachments are removed, or
arrangements made for their removal
4.3. Surface preparation tools are selected and set up in
accordance with surface condition, manufacturers’ specifications
and job requirements
4.4. Patching method of hole is determined from type of material
surface, size of hole, compatibility of materials and planned
finish.
4.5. Patching materials are selected to suit material surface and
are mixed to manufacturer specifications.
4.6. Material is applied to manufacturer specifications using
appropriate application method.
4.7. Surface is brushed, washed and scraped clean of surplus
material in accordance with type of patching material and
material surface.
4.8. Patched areas are sealed by application of prime or sealing
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5. Prepare 5.1 Assistance with underlay preparation is provided under
underlay and instructions and supervision
sheeting
5.2 Substrate surface is finished to approved surface standards with
substrate
joints flush and sealed
4.9. underlay and sheeting substrate are prepared
6. Prepare 6.1 Assistance with underlay preparation is provided under

underlay and instructions and supervision
sheeting
6.2 Substrate surface is finished to approved surface standards
substrate
with joints flush and sealed
6.3 underlay and sheeting substrate are prepared
Variables Range
Occupational May include but not limited:
Health and Safety  Protective clothing and equipment,
(OHS)  Use of tools and equipment,
equipment  Hammers, saws, wet and dry diamond saws,
 Power drills and screwdrivers, measuring tapes/rules,
 Cement sheet cutters, straight edges, leveling equipment,
 Concrete mixers, mortar boards, string lines, scrapers,
 Brushes, wire brushes, brooms, sanding blocks,
 Spatulas, wheelbarrows, shovels, wooden floats,
 Trowels, spacers/wedges, squares, buckets,
 Power sanders, power grinders, electrical leads,
 Ladders, work platforms, hose and water sprays,
 Sponges, rags, rubber mallets, lump hammers,
 Caulking guns, nippers, squeegees and pointed grouters
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Materials May include but not limited:
 Adhesives,
 Cement mortar (with and without additives),
 Fixings and fasteners (plasterboard nails, clouts, soft sheet nails,
self tapping screws, wall board adhesive)
 Patching materials (sand and cement, cornice adhesive,
 Fillers – pre-mixed and mixed and caulking compound)
 Acoustic underlay material and crack suppression membrane
Underlay May be acoustic, in sheet or liquid form and provide for crack
suppression (in membrane form)
Surface mounted May include, but not limited to:
construction units  Curtain walling fixing,
and attachments  Fitment units,
 Brick or block walls or abutments,
 Timber partition walls,
 Light steel partition walls,
 Formwork/false work construction,
 Stair installations,
 Attachment of steel brackets or fabricated units and aluminum
framework fixing
 Release agents on concrete tilt-up slabs are to be removed prior to
tiling
Substrate May include but not limited:
preparation  Use of underlay material,
 Rendering to provide a flat surface and both chemical and
mechanical preparation of surfaces
Patching materials Are to include but not limited to:
 Cellulose/plaster proprietary fillers,
 Plaster, sand and cement,
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Evidence Guide
Competence  demonstrated compliance with occupational health and
 applied safety regulations to work place operations
 carried out correct procedures prior to and during the
 applied construction processes
 demonstrated safe and effective operational use of tools and
equipment
 given particular attention to specified finish of surfaces ready
for finishing
 communicated interactively with others to ensure safe and
effective workplace operations
 planned and prepared work area
 patched and filled holes and depressions
 prepared materials for surface finishing application
 prepared underlay and sheeting substrate
 prepared render substrate surface
 applied OHS
 applied quality requirements
Knowledge and  workplace and equipment safety requirements
Attitudes  quality requirements
 general masonry, concrete, tiling, plastering terminology
 plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 surface preparation techniques sanding, planning, leveling,
packing, patching and filling
 surface preparation materials, tools and equipment types,
characteristics, uses and limitations
 processes for the calculation of material requirements
 material safety data sheets
 plans, drawings and specifications
 materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly waste
management
 safe work methods
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Required Skills Demonstrates skills to:
 Planning and preparing work area
 Preparing surface
 Patching and filling holes and depressions
 Preparing materials for tiling, plastering, and masonry
application
 Preparing underlay and sheeting substrate
 Applying OH & safety
 Applying quality requirements
Implications  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with necessary
tools and equipment as well as consumable materials
 Approved assessment tools
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Occupational Standard : Finishing Construction Works Level I
Unit Title Apply Internal and External Plastering
Unit Descriptor This unit competency covers skills, knowledge, and attitudes required
to coating internal and external walls, ceilings, angles, reveals and
joints.

1. Plan and
prepare for
applied
work
1.2 O H S requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies
1.3 Signage/barricade requirements are identified and implemented
1.4 Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent
any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement
plans and/or specifications
2.1 Batching and Mixing Methods are identified
2. Prepare and
2.2 The quality of plastering materials are Selected and checked
mix plastering
2.3 Plastering materials are mixed to designed proportion and
material
consistency in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and job specifications
3.1 One-, two- and three-coat plasterwork are applied to walls and
3. Apply
ceilings (vertical, horizontal, inclined and curved) are finished to
plastering
solid backgrounds and board backgrounds
3.2 Internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints are
prepared to contractor’s working instructions
4.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
4. Clean up
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and job specification
4.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
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standard work practices
Variables Range
Occupational May include but not limited:
Health and  Workplace environment and safety
Safety(OHS)
 Protective clothing
 Working platforms
 Working from scaffolding
 Safety hazards
 Use of tools and equipment
Tools and May include but not limited to
equipment  Measuring tape/rule,
 Hammer, bolster , shovel ,
 Wheelbarrow, spirit level, trowels ,
 Jointing tools, screed boards , angle grinder
Materials May include but not limited to:
 Undercoat and finishing plasters,
 Sands, limes,
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Evidence Guide
Competence  Apply Workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Apply Quality requirements
 Describe solid plastering terminology
 Describe plastering tools and equipment types, characteristics,
uses and limitations
 Perform flat and curved surface plastering floating, rendering
and finishing techniques
 Identify and Describe the types, characteristics, uses and
limitations of solid plastering materials and components
 Demonstrate Systems and techniques for safe handling of
materials
 Perform the calculation of material requirements
 Material Safety Data Sheets
 Prepare and Mix plastering materials
 Describe materials handling, storage and environmentally
friendly waste management
 Apply Safe work methods
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Knowledge and  Workplace and equipment safety requirements
Attitudes
 Quality requirements
 Solid plastering terminology
 Flat and curved surface plastering floating, rendering and
finishing techniques
 The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of solid plastering
materials and components
 Processes for the calculation of material requirements
 Plans, drawings and specifications
 Materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly waste
management
 Safe work methods
 Methods of work Application relating to the area of work and
material used, to:
 mix plaster
 work at height
use hand tools, power tools and equipment
 Measuring, marking out, applying and finishing
 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary
equipment.
 Producing one-, two- and/or three- coat internal plasterwork to
contractor’s working instructions
 Producing internal and external angles – to reveals, to walls and
ceilings (vertical, horizontal and inclined)and – to curved
surfaces

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Unit Title Lay Smooth and Rough Cement Screeds
Unit Descriptor This unit competency covers skills, knowledge and attitudes
required to prepare and lay smooth and rough cement screeds.

1. Plan and 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
prepare requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed and
applied
1.2 OHS requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans
and policies
1.4 Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks that are
commencement
1.6 Resource materials appropriate to the work application are
identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready
for use
2.1 Defective sand and cement screeds are removed
2. Prepare and
2.2 Backgrounds are prepared to receive screeds
Place screeds
2.3 Screeds material are mixed Properly
2.4 Damp proof material is installed
2.5 Sand and cement screeds level are laid and finished to
2.6 Drainage outlets and skirting are formed according to plan
3. Clean up work
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/ codes of
area
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and
standard practices

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Variables Range
Occupational OHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/
Health and Safety regulations/codes of practice, organizational safety policies and
procedures and project safety plan. This may include :
 Protective clothing and equipment,
Resources Components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and
Materials sizes of standard and/or specialist:
 Sands, cements, ready-mixed screeds, timber and screed rails
 Damp-proof membranes – materials to accommodate movement
 Hand and/or powered tools and equipment

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Evidence Guide
Competence  Apply workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Demonstrate Quality requirements
 Identify and use Plant, tools and equipment types,
characteristics, uses and limitations
 Apply different surface preparation techniques
 calculate of material requirements
 Perform materials handling, storage and environmentally
 Apply safe work methods
 Demonstrate skills to measure mark out, clean, lay, compact and
finish.
equipment.
 Relate work to the area of work and material used, to– work at
height, use hand tools, power tools and equipment.
 Places creeds as per requirement
 Plan and organized work
Required Knowledge Essential knowledge includes:
and Attitudes  Workplace and equipment safety requirements
limitations
 Screed materials and techniques
management

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Required Skills Essential skills includes:
 Place screeds
 Plan and prepare work
 Skills to measure mark out, clean, lay, compact and finish.
equipment.

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Unit Title Mix and apply smooth finish paint
Unit Code EISFCW1 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required to mix
specified paint color and apply smooth finish paint
Elements Performance criteria

requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed
and applied
1.2. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies
1.4. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks are
beginning
1.8. Surfaces are prepared by removing unwanted coatings and loose
debris and filling with appropriate materials
2. Prepare work area 2.1 Materials and substrate surfaces are prepared in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and relevant Ethiopian
and mix painting
Standards
materials
2.2 Surrounding surfaces not to be painted are protected by drop
sheets, masking or removal of objects
2.3 Job location is checked to ensure provision of adequate
ventilation and precautions are taken to prevent fire and/or
explosion in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and Material safety data sheets(MSDS)
2.4 Materials for specified paint finish are mixed to designed
proportion and consistency in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations and job specifications
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2.5 Paint and colors are thoroughly stirred using separate stirring
sticks
2.6 Correct amounts of paint material are prepared to specified ratio
with specified drying time in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations and specifications
3.1 Brush, roller & spray combination is selected for specified
3. Apply paint with
surface profile, size of area, type of paint, finish specified, level
Brush, roller &
of opacity, texture and shine in accordance with manufacturers’
spray
recommendations and job specifications.
3.2 Finished paint surface is cured using curing method & tested
using testing procedures in accordance with manufacturers’
4.1 Painting tools and equipment are cleaned with correct solutions
4.Clean up
without damage , checked , maintained , stored safely &
effectively to manufacturers’ specifications and standard work
practices
4.2 Unused materials are sealed and stored/stacked in accordance
with standard material handling practices , techniques and
company requirements
4.3 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in
accordance with standard work practices
Variables Range
OHS operating procedures are to include but not limited to
Occupational Health
and Safety (OHS)  The conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
associated with solvents, lead, chemicals, fumes/gases,
 Confined work areas, manual handling, falling objects
 Electrical and fire explosion from combustible materials
 Traffic control, working at heights, working in proximity to
others, worksite visitors and the public
Tools and equipment are to include but not limited to
Tools and Equipment
 Paint stirrers, drop sheets,
 Paint pots/buckets, brush-ware and brush-ware accessories, roller
frames and may include scrapers,
 Filling knives/blades, putty knives, duster brushes,
 Hand sanders, sprayer, mechanical sanders, heat and flame paint
removal equipment, wire brushes,
 Hammers and nail punches
Work platforms may include but are not limited to
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 Step ladders, trestles, planks,
 Hop-ups, aluminum mobile scaffold,
 Scissor-lifts and elevated work platforms
Environmental protection are to include but are not limited to
Environmental
protection  waste management
 clean-up management
Evidence Guide
Competence  Locate, interpret and application of relevant information,
standards and specifications
 Compliance with site safety plan and OH&S
legislation/regulations/codes of practice applicable to workplace
operations
 The minimum application of paint by brush , roller & spray
including:
 four different applications
 minimum of three different surface types
 At least one application of each of the mandatory types listed in
the Range statement with finishes according to specification
including in terms of defects, thickness, color, level of opacity,
finish, texture and shining
Required Knowledge Demonstrate a knowledge of
and Attitudes  plan and prepare the work area and materials
 identify type of paint and method of mixing
 identify application Techniques
 Identify methods of cleaning
Demonstrate the skill on
Required Skills
 plan and prepare
 Prepare work area and mix painting materials
 apply paint with brush, roller & spray
 clean up of the tools and equipment’s
Resource
Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
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activity

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Occupational Standard Finishing Construction Works Level I
Unit Title Apply 5S Procedures
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
apply 5S techniques to his/her workplace. It covers
responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the workplace and
ensuring that continuous improvements of Kaizen elements are
initiated and institutionalized.

1. Prepare for work.
1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements,
including method, material and equipment.
1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted following
working manual.
1.3. OHS requirements, including dust and fume collection,
breathing apparatus and eye and ear personal protection
needs are observed throughout the work.
1.4. Tools and equipment are prepared and used to implement
5S.
1.5. Safety equipment and tools are identified and checked for
safe and effective operation.
1.6. Kaizen Board (Visual Management Board) is prepared and
used in harmony with different workplace contexts.
2. Sort items. 2.1. Plan is prepared to implement sorting activities.
2.2. Cleaning activities are performed.
2.3. All items in the workplace are identified following the
appropriate procedures.
2.4. Necessary and unnecessary items are listed using the
appropriate format.
2.5. Red tag strategy is used for unnecessary items.
2.6. Unnecessary items are evaluated and placed in an
appropriate place other than the workplace.
2.7. Necessary items are recorded and quantified using
appropriate format.
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2.8. Performance results are reported using appropriate formats.
2.9. Necessary items are regularly checked in the workplace.
3. Set all items in 3.1. Plan is prepared to implement set in order activities.
order.
3.2. General cleaning activities are performed.
3.3. Location/Layout, storage and indication methods for items
are decided.
3.4. Necessary tools and equipment are prepared and used for
setting in order activities.
3.5. Items are placed in their assigned locations.
3.6. After use, the items are immediately returned to their
assigned locations.
3.8. Each item is regularly checked in its assigned location and
order.
4. Perform shine 5.1. Plan is prepared to implement shine activities.
activities.
5.2. Necessary tools and equipment are prepared and used for
shinning activities.
5.3. Shine activity is implemented using appropriate procedures.
5.5. Regular shining activities are conducted.
5. Standardize 5S. 6.1. Plan is prepared and used to standardize 5S activities.
6.2. Tools and techniques to standardize 5S are prepared and
implemented based on relevant procedures.
6.3. Checklists are followed for standardize activities and
reported to relevant personnel.
6.4. The workplace is kept to the specified standard.
6.5. Problems are avoided by standardizing activities.
6. Sustain 5S. 7.1. Plan is prepared and followed to sustain 5S activities.
7.2. Tools and techniques to sustain 5S are discussed, prepared
and implemented based on relevant procedures.
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specified standard and sustainability of 5S techniques.
7.4. Workplace is cleaned up after completion of job and before
commencing next job or end of shift.
7.5. Situations are identified where compliance to standards is
unlikely and actions specified in procedures are taken.
7.6. Improvements are recommended to lift the level of
compliance in the workplace.
7.7. Checklists are followed to sustain activities and report to
relevant personnel.
7.8. Problems are avoided by sustaining activities.
Variable Range
OHS requirements May include, but not limited to:
 Legislation/Regulations/Codes of practice and enterprise
safety policies and procedures. This may include protective
clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment,
workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use
of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control
and hazardous materials and substances.
 Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed
under legislation/regulations/codes of practice and workplace
policies and practices.
 Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to
the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
associated with workplace organization.
 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but
may not be limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of
equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid
requirements and site evacuation.
Tools and equipment May include, but not limited to:
 Paint
 Hook
 Sticker
 Signboard
 Nails
 Shelves
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 Sponge
 Broom
 Pencil
 Shadow board/Tools board
Safety equipment and May include, but not limited to:
tools  Dust masks/goggles
 Glove
 Working cloth
 First aid and safety shoes
Items May include, but not limited to:
 Tools
 Jigs/Fixtures
 Materials/components
 Machine and equipment
 Manuals
 Documents
 Personal items (e.g. Bags, lunch boxes and posters)
 Safety equipment and personal protective equipment
 Other items which happen to be in the work area
The appropriate May include, but not limited to:
procedures  Steps for implementing 5S (sort, set in order and shine)
activities.
 Written, verbal and computer based or in some other format.
Unnecessary items Are not needed for current production or administrative
operation and include but not limited to:
 Defective or excess quantities of small parts and inventory
 Outdated or broken jigs and dies
 Worn-out bits
 Outdated or broken tools and inspection gear
 Old rags and other cleaning supplies
 Electrical equipment with broken cords
 Outdated posters, signs, notices and memos
 Some locations where unneeded items tend to accumulate
 In rooms or areas not designated for any particular purpose
 In corners next to entrances or exists
 Along interior and exterior walls
 Next to partitions and behind pillars
 Under the eaves of warehouses
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 Under desks and shelves and in desk and cabinet drawers
 Near the bottom of tall stacks of items
 On unused management and production schedule boards
 In tools boxes that are not clearly sorted
Appropriate format May include, but not limited to:
 All items, necessary and unnecessary items.
Red tag A format prepared with a red color paper or card which is filled
and attached temporarily on the unnecessary items until decision
is made. The red tag catch people’s attention because red is a
color that stands out. So to fill and attach red tag on items, asks
the following three questions:
 Is this item needed?
 If it is needed, is it needed in this quantity?
 If it is needed, does it need to be located here?
Necessary items Are required in the workplace for current production or
administrative operation in the amount needed.
Shine activity May include, but not limited to:
 Inspection
 Cleaning
 Minor maintenance May include, but not limited to:
 Tightening bolts
 Lubrication and Replacing missing parts
Tools and techniques to May include, but not limited to:
standardize 5S  5S Job Cycle Charts
 Visual 5S
 The Five Minute 5S
 Standardization level checklist
 5S checklist
 The five Whys and one How approach(5W1H)
 Suspension
 Incorporation and Use Elimination
 5S slogans
 5S posters
 5S photo exhibits and storyboards
 5S newsletter
 5S maps
 5S pocket manuals
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 5S months
 5S audit
 Awarding system
 Big cleaning day
 Patrolling system May include, but not limited to:
 Top management Patrol
 5S Committee members and Promotion office Patrol
 Mutual patrol
 Self-patrol
 Checklist and Camera patrols
Relevant procedures May include, but not limited to:
 Assign 5S responsibilities
 Integrate 5S duties into regular work duties
 Check on 5S maintenance level
 OHS measures such as signage, symbols / coding and
labelling of workplace and equipment
 Creating conditions to sustain your plans
 Roles in implementation
Reporting May include, but not limited to:
 Verbal responses
 Data entry into enterprise database
 Brief written reports using enterprise report formats
Relevant personnel May include, but not limited to:
 Supervisors, managers and quality managers
 Administrative, laboratory and production personnel
 Internal/external contractors, customers and suppliers
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Discuss how to organize KPT.
 Describe the pillars of 5S.
 Discuss the relationship between Kaizen elements.
 Implement 5S in own workplace by following appropriate
procedures and techniques.
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Kaizen principle, pillars and concept
Attitudes  Key characteristic of Kaizen
 Elements of Kaizen

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 Wastes/MUDA
 Basics of KPT
 Aims, benefits and principles of KPT
 Stages of KPT
 Structure and role of the components of Junior KPT
 Concept and parts of Kaizen board
 Concept and benefits of 5S
 The pillars of 5S
 Three stages of5S application
 Benefits and procedure of sorting activities
 The concept and application of Red Tag strategy
 Relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
andenvironment requirements
 Benefits and procedure of set in order activities
 Set in order methods/techniques
 Benefits and procedure of shine activities
 Inspection methods
 Planning and reporting methods
 Method of Communication
 Benefits of standardizing and sustaining 5S
 Tools and techniques to sustain 5S
 Ways to improve Kaizen elements
 Benefits of improving kaizen elements
 Relationship between Kaizen elements
Underpinning Skills Demonstrates skills of:
 Participating actively in KPT
 Technical drawing
 Communication skills
 Planning and reporting own tasks in implementation of 5S
 Following procedures to implement 5S in own workplace
 Using sorting formats to identify necessary and unnecessary
items
 Improving workplace layout following work procedures
 Preparing labels, slogans, etc.
 Reading and interpreting documents
 Observing situations
 Gathering evidence by using different means
 Recording activities and results using prescribed formats
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 Working with others
 Solving problems by applying 5S
 Preparing and using kaizen board
 Preparing and using tools and equipment to implement and
sustain 5S
 Improving Kaizen elements by applying 5S
 Standardizing and sustaining procedures and techniques to
avoid problems
 Procedures to standardizing 5S activities
 Analyzing and preparing shop layout of the workplace
 Standardizing and sustaining checklists
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to
information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
 Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Work level II
Unit Title Prepare building Drawing
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence cover skill, knowledge and attitude required to
prepare building drawing.

1. Identify types of 1.1.The purpose and advantage of different types of drawing are
drawings and their identified.
purposes. 1.2.Different aspects of drawings are identified.
2. Apply commonly 2.1.Commonly used symbols and abbreviations on drawings are
used symbols and identified, understood and applied.
abbreviations. 2.2.Common building and construction terms used on drawings are
identified, understood and applied.
3. Locate and 3.1. The building site is identified from location drawings.
identify key 3.2. True north and building orientation are identified from details
features on a site provided on the site plan. The key features of the site plan are
plan. identified.
4. Prepare building 4.1. Building plans, elevations and sections are prepared.
drawings. 4.2. Client requested variations to standard plans are identified on
drawings.
5. Correctly read and 5.1.Customer variations to standard specifications are identified.
interpret 5.2.Correct interpretations of essential elements are applied to estimation,
specifications planning and supervisory tasks and communicated.
5.3.Building codes or standards affecting the work to be undertaken are
identified, including references to Ethiopian standards and the
Building Code of Ethiopia.
Variables Range
Types of drawing May include but not limited to:
 Sketch plans
 Working drawings
 Presentation drawings
 CAD drawings
 Initial sketches
 Preliminary and final drawings and plans however produced
 Detailed amendment drawings
 Construction information

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 Service details such as wiring, piping, ducts and waste disposal
 Details of roads, pathways, parking areas, boundaries and
landscaping
Aspects of drawings May include but not limited to:
 Plans
 Elevations
 Sections
 Views in isometric projection and perspective
Key features of the May include but not limited to:
site plan  Location and situation
 Access and egress
 Contours and slopes
 Existing dwellings, buildings or other structures
 Retaining walls
 Drainage lines
 Paving
 Set backs
 Service connection points
 Easements
 Storm water disposal
 Trees and vegetation
Specifications May include but not limited to:
 Materials lists
 Schedules of quantities
 Performance data and material technical data
 Levels and survey information

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Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate Knowledge and skills to :

Competence  Prepare, Read and interpreted plans and specifications, including
identification of key features, levels, contours, sections, service
entry points, site features to be removed or retained and other details
pertinent to the construction process
 Identify the characteristics and features of sites and structures
pertinent to a construction project, including:
 The correct orientation of structures on site
 Establish the location of key on-site features in relation to building
or other structures
 Identify and incorporating customer variations to agreed plans and
specifications
Demonstrate knowledge of:
Required
Knowledge and  Building and construction practices
Attitudes  Internal documentation systems
 Regulatory approvals processes and timeframes
 Relevant federal/regional building construction codes, standards and
regulations
 Types of building construction drawings and drawing perspectives
Demonstrate skills to:
Required Skills
 Identify types of drawings and their purposes
 Prepare ,Read and interpret building drawings
 The correct orientation of structures on site
 Establish the location of key on-site features in relation to building or
other structures
Implications  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with necessary tools
and equipment as well as consumable materials
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard : Finishing Construction Works Level II
Unit Title Apply Internal & External Plastering Surfaces and Edges
This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitudes
Unit Descriptor
required to coating external &internal walls, ceilings, edges and
producing external rendering finishes.

for work requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed
and applied
1.2. O H S requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies
2. Coat internal and 2.1 Tools and materials selected and identified
external 2.2 One-, two- and three-coat plasterwork are applied to walls and
walls ,ceilings, ceilings (vertical, horizontal, inclined and curved) are finished
angles, reveals to solid backgrounds and board backgrounds
and joints 2.3 Internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints are
applied to contractor’s working instructions
3. Clean up 3.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
3.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored
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Variables Range
Occupational OHS requirements may include:
Health and  Workplace environment and safety
Safety(OHS)
 Protective clothing
 Working platforms
 Working from scaffolding
 Safety hazards
Tools and May include but are not limited to
equipment  Measuring tape/rule,
 Hammer, bolster , shovel ,
 Wheelbarrow, spirit level, trowels ,
 Jointing tools, screed boards , angle grinder
 Undercoat and finishing plasters,
 Sands, limes,
 Cement and additives – beads and trims, scrim and tapes
Evidence Guide
Competence  Apply Workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Apply Quality requirements
 Describe solid plastering terminology
 Describe plastering tools and equipment types, characteristics,
 Perform flat, curved and edge surface plastering floating,
rendering and finishing techniques
 Identify and Describe the types, characteristics, uses and
limitations of solid plastering materials and components
 Demonstrate Systems and techniques for safe handling of
materials
 Perform the calculation of material requirements
 Prepare Plans, drawings and specifications
 Described materials handling, storage and environmentally

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 Apply Safe work methods
Measure, mark out, apply and finish according to specification
Required Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of:
 Plastering tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 Flat and curved surface plastering floating, rendering and
finishing techniques
 The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of solid plastering
materials and components
 Systems and techniques for safe handling of materials
Processes for the calculation of material requirements
Material Safety Data Sheets
Plans, drawings and specifications
Materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly waste
management
 Methods of work Application relating to the area of work and
material used, to:
 Mix plaster
 Work at height
 Use hand tools, power tools and equipment
 Measure, mark out, apply and finishing
equipment.
 Produce one-, two- and/or three- coat internal plasterwork to
Produce internal and external angles – to reveals, to walls and
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Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction Works Level II
Unit Title Prepare and Install Fibrous Plaster Components
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required skills, knowledge and attitudes
required to install fibrous plaster components

1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
and applied
1.2 Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies
1.4 Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent
1.5 Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance
2. Produce and Fix 2.1 Fibrous plaster moldings for skirting, cornices, dados, panels,
fibrous plaster arches, pilasters, domes, lunettes, barrels and vaults are
components prepared and installed to contractor’s working instructions
Variables Range
Work skills May include but not limited to:

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 To measure, mark out, fit, position and secure
 Use and maintain hand tools portable power tools ancillary
equipment
 Install fibrous plaster moldings to contractor’s working
instructions for any of the following skirting, cornices, dados,
panels arches pilasters, domes, lunettes, barrels and vaults.
Occupational Health May include but not limited to:
and Safety (OHS)  Protective clothing and equipment,
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and
practices
Safe operating procedures are to include but not be limited to the
conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated
with:
 Manual handling,
 Lighting, power sources and cables,
 Trip hazards, working in confined areas,
 Traffic control, working at heights,
 Working in proximity to others,
 Worksite visitors and the public
Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may not
be limited to extinguishing fires, organizational first aid
requirements and evacuation
Methods of work May include but not limited to:
relating to the area  To mix casting plaster work at height
of work and material
 Use hand tools, power tools and equipment.
used
Resources Materials, May include but not limited to:
components and
 Relating to types,
equipment
 Quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist:
 Casting plaster,
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 Reinforcing material,
 Timber and fixings hand and/or powered tools and
equipment
Evidence Guide

operations
 Prepare, install and finish of fibrous plaster components to the
surface
Required Demonstrated knowledge of:
Attitudes  Quality requirements
 Surface terminology
 Tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and limitations
 Types, uses and limitations of materials used in installing fibrous
plaster components
 Calculate required materials
 Plans, drawings and specifications material safety data sheets
and safe work methods
management
Required Skills Demonstrated skills to:
 Measure, mark out, cut, apply, fit, finish and secure
 Use and maintain portable tools
 Installation of fibrous plaster components to the surface
 Methods of work application of knowledge for safe work
practices, procedures, skills and transference of competence
relating to the area of work and materials used

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Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated

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Unit Title Install & Finish fixed Plasterboard
Unit code EIS FCW2 04 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required
to install and finish plasterboard manually and mechanically.

applied
1.2 Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans
and policies
1.3 Signage/barricade requirements are identified and implemented 1.4
Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with
the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any
faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement
1.5 Environmental protection requirements are identified for the project
in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations
and applied
1.6 Base coat, cements and tapes compatible with system
performance are selected from manufacturer specifications
2.1 Materials are measured and marked to ensure compliance with
2. Install and fix
work requirements and minimal wastage
plasterboard
2.2 Boards are cut to fit specified locations with clearance to
manufacturers’ specifications
2.3 Boards are fixed to specified locations with mechanical fastenings
to manufacturers’ specifications and relevant standards
2.4 All work is carried out to manufacturers’ specifications and
relevant Ethiopian Standards
2.5 Jointing and finishing of plasterboard is completed in accordance
with manufacturers’ specifications
3. Finish joins. 3.1 Finishing techniques appropriate to joint system are identified and
followed.
3.2 Finishing problems are minimized by employing correct work
sequencing and following manufacturer recommendations.
3.3 Joins are finished to specifications.
3.4 Completed work is checked to ensure work will meet manufacturer
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specifications and Australian standards.
4. Clean up 4.1 Site area is cleaned up with waste materials collected and disposed
of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations,
codes of practice and job specification.
4.2 Non-toxic materials are removed using correct procedures.
4.3 Dust suppression procedures are used to minimise health risk to work
personnel and others.
4.4 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in
accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work
practices.
Variables Range
Resources May include but not limited to:
Materials  Components and equipment relating to types,
 Quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist:
 Manufactured proprietary boards
 Fixtures and fittings
 Jointing materials
 Hand and/or powered tools and equipment
Finishing May include but not limited to:
techniques  Join finishing materials
 Processes for finishing system joins
 Quality checks for joint finishing
Joint finishing May include but not limited to:
Employer-approved manual handling techniques
Manufacturer’s recommended methods and materials
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects Must demonstrate knowledge and skills competence to.
of Competence  Select and use appropriate finishing materials and work methods
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 Plan and execute work within agreed timeframe and to a high
standard under general supervision
 Apply a plaster broad knowledge of industry products to identify:
 Manufacturers' components and materials
 Warranty compliance issues
 Suitable materials for a wide range of applications
 Report problems to supervisors and suggest appropriate alternative
rectifications
 Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
from building plans and delivery documents
 Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection
practices to:
 Prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
 Meet required work output and product quality
 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment
 Minimize the risk of injury to self or others
 Work effectively with other workers on and off site
 Modify work activities to cater for variations in work site
procedures, personnel, contexts and environment
 Maintain workplace records in relation to materials, plant and
equipment use
 Follow safe handling requirements of equipment, products and
materials.
 Wall and ceiling terminology
 Wall and ceiling tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses
and limitations
 The types, uses and limitations of materials used in installation and
fixing tasks
 Insulation and authorized ratings
 Techniques for fixing materials to steel and timber frames
 Techniques for the handling and mixing plaster bag material
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management
Safe work methods
Required Skills Demonstrated skills to:
 Measure, mark out, cut, apply, fit, finish, position and secure.
 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools ancillary
equipment.
 Installation of plasterboard:
 Cladding to timber and/or metal
 Forming openings with reveals.
 Install and mechanically fix plasterboard dry lining to internal
backgrounds
 Methods of work Application of knowledge for safe work practices,
procedures, skills and transference of competence, relating to the
area of work and materials used, to:
 Form openings with reveals
 Form finished joints
 Work at height
 Use hand tools, power tools and equipment.
Resource The following resources MUST be provided:

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Unit Title Apply Wallpaper and Wall Covering
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitude required
to apply wallpaper and wall covering different materials to form a
protective and decorative finish.

1. Plan and
prepare
applied
and policies
1.4 Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks are consistent
2. Prepare surface 2.1 Condition, suitability and nature of existing substrate and surface
material are determined and removal process is selected
for wallpaper
2.2 Hazards are identified and correct procedures used to reduce risk
and wall
to self and others in accordance with manufacturers’
covering
recommendations and specifications
2.3 Surface defects are repaired and imperfections stopped, filled/
puttied and sanded to smooth finish ready for wallpapering in
accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and job
specifications
3. Prepare for the 3.1 Final application plan for hanging of wallpaper is determined and
hanging documented in accordance with manufacturers’
process recommendations and with client requirements
3.2 Selected adhesives are prepared in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations
3.3 Materials are checked for conformity to dye lot, batch number and
other shading requirements in accordance with manufacturers’
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recommendations and client requirements
4. Apply 4.1 Size coating is applied to work area in accordance with
wallpaper and manufacturers’ recommendations
wall covering 4.2 Wallpaper is applied to work area ensuring an even surface, seams
are butted, paper is plumb and pattern is free of defects
4.3 Trimming around fittings is completed accurately and with
minimal impact on surroundings
5. Clean up 5.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and
job specification
Variables Range
Health and Safety  Workplace environment and safety
(OHS)  Protective clothing and equipment
 Handling of materials
 Working platforms and scaffolding
 Hazardous materials
 Use of spray equipment
Equipment  Lay brushes, smoothing blocks, applicators, rubber rollers,
scissors, sponges, seam rollers, steam strippers, trimming knives
and cutters, broad knives, tape measures, plumb bobs and string
lines, spirit levels, scrapers and filling blades
 Work platforms may include but not be limited to step ladders,
trestles and planks and mobile scaffold
Material quantity  Requirements are calculated in accordance with plans and/or
specifications
Environmental  Requirements are identified for the project in accordance with
protection environmental plans and regulatory obligations and applied.
Evidence Guide

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operations
 Compliance with organizational policies and procedures including
quality requirements
 Apply wallpaper and wall cover to specification on a minimum of
three jobs covering:
 Lining paper, vinyl wallpaper and unparsed wallpaper
 Walls and internal and external corners, reveal, window and
arch
 Walls containing power points and switches
Required Demonstrate a knowledge of
 Painting and decorating terminology
 Types and properties of wall coverings and their suitability to
various substrates
 Common wallpapering defects
 Wallpapering tools and equipment, their uses and limitations
 Compatibility of preparatory materials and wallpaper - Surface
preparation techniques for the application of wallpaper
 Procedures used to apply straight pattern match, drop pattern
match and random match wallpapers
 Types, uses and limitations of commonly used adhesives
 Wallpaper and wall covers hanging processes and techniques
management
Required Skills Demonstrate the skill on
 Plan and prepare
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 Prepare for the hanging process
 Apply wallpaper and wall covering
 Clean up
Resource The following resources should be made available:
Implications  Workplace location or simulated workplace
 Materials relevant to the application of wallpaper
 Hand and power tools and equipment appropriate to the
application of wallpaper
 Realistic activities covering the mandatory task requirements
 Specifications and work instructions
Method of Competency may be assessed through:
Context of The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or
Assessment realistically simulated construction site

Unit Title Cut and Fix Wall, Floor Tiles and Skirting
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Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills knowledge and attitude require
cutting and fixing wall, floor tiles and skirting.

applied
plans and policies
commencement
1.5 Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance
2.1 Area to be tiled is prepared to requirements of job specification
2. Set out tiling
in accordance with workplace procedures
job
2.2 Tiles are checked for conformity to size, patterns, colors and
characteristics in accordance with plans and specifications
2.3 Tile work grid patterns are determined and set out to be
symmetrical, balanced and produce minimal waste in accordance
with specifications and standards
2.4 Waterproof membrane is fitted and laid in wet areas to conform
to manufacturers’ specifications and regulatory requirements
3. Cut tiles as 3.1 Tiles are cut without jagged, flaid edges or damage to tile
required surfaces or finish in accordance with workplace procedures and
manufacturers’ recommendations
3.2 Recess hole or curve is cut by hand or machine to shape and size
to specified tolerance
3.3 Tile jolly is edged to form a mitre so that biscuit is not exposed
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4. Fix wall tiles 4.1 Mortar and/or adhesive is prepared and applied to tile surface in
accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
4.2 Tiles are prepared and fixed with pad tiles set to level alignment
4.3 Horizontal joint is checked for straightness and tile edges and
surface alignment are checked for conformity
4.4 Tiles are fixed to alignment maintaining designed pattern to
specification
4.5 Even margins are shown around openings, frames and fittings to
specification
4.6 Bottom course is cut and fixed to create a rake or square corner
in accordance with drawings and specifications
4.7 Splayed, manufactured, formed coves are fixed in accordance
with drawings and specifications
4.8 All vertical tiles are finished plumb and true to square corners
4.9 All joints are maintained straight and uniform in width with due
allowance for tolerance of tile sizes
4.10 Control joints are built in, in accordance with specifications and
5. Tile external 5.1 Setting out for plumb, level and square, is checked to be within
and internal specified tolerance
corners 5.2 Internal External corners are checked to ensure surface flat and
intersections are straight
5.3 Curved bead angle trim or tiles are fixed so that external and
internal return and bead is square and measurements are accurate
to junction with tiles and set out, where applicable
5.4 Tiles are fixed with minimum voids in tile bed and maintain
fully bedded alignment to specifications
5.5 Corner is kept square within specified tolerance and finish to
specifications
6. Fix floor tile 6.1 Setting out for plumb, level and square, is checked to be within
and skirting specified tolerance
6.2 Floors are checked to ensure surface intersections are straight
6.3 Curved bead angle trim or tiles are fixed and measurements are
accurate to junction with tiles and set out, where applicable
6.4 Tiles are fixed with minimum voids in tile bed and maintain
fully bedded alignment to specifications
6.5 Corner is kept square within specified tolerance and finish to
specifications
7. Grout wall 7.1 All joints are cleaned and prepared to receive grout according to
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and floor manufacturers’ specifications
tileface 7.2 Grout is mixed and applied in accordance with workplace and
manufacturers’ specifications and to meet job requirements
7.3 Tiles are cleaned and polished with dry cloth to specifications,
removing all dust from surface and joints
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/ codes of
8.2 Machinery, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked,
maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations and standard work practices
Variables Range
Health & Safety  Protective clothing and equipment,
 Use of fire fighting equipment,
legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies
and practices
 Safe operating procedures are to include but not be limited to the
conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated
with lighting, concealed services (water, power and gas) trip
hazards, working with dangerous/hazardous materials, working in
confined spaces, restricted access barriers, traffic control, working
at heights, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and
the public
 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may
not be limited to extinguishing fires, organizational first aid
Equipment
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 Tile cutters and scribes, hammers, saws,
 Wet and dry diamond saws, power drills,
 Power leads, cement sheet cutters, measuring tapes/rules, straight
edges, leveling equipment,
 String lines, brushes, wire brushes, brooms,
 Sanding blocks, scrapers, shovels, wooden floats,
 Trowels, spatulas, shovels, wheelbarrows,
 Spacers/wedges, squares, buckets, mortar boards,
 Sponges, rags, rubber mallets, lump hammers, ladders,
 Hose and water sprays, caulking guns, nippers,
 Squeegees and pointed grouters
Tools and equipment may include:
 Concrete mixers, power sanders,
 Power grinders and masonry drill bits
Materials are to include:
 Tiles, adhesives, cement mortar (with and without additives),
 Caulking compound and grout
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge
Competence  Demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety
regulations applicable to work place operations
 Correct procedures carried out prior to and during the application
of the construction processes
 Demonstrate safe and effective operational use of tools and
equipment
 Particular attention given to specified finish of surfaces ready for
tiling
 Interactive communication with others to ensure safe and
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limitations
 Techniques in fixing tiles to walls and corners including
preparation of substrates
 Tiling materials (including tiles, adhesives, mortar, grouting and
substrates, their qualities, characteristics, preparation, techniques,
applications, limitations and finishing)
 Material Safety Data Sheets and hazards associated with solvents,
adhesives and cement/epoxy based grouts
management
 Control joints
 Plan and prepare for work
 Set out tiling job
 Cut tiles as required
 Fix wall tiles
 Tile external and internal corners
 Fix floor tile and skirting
 Grout wall and floor tile face
 Certified assessor /Assessor’s panel
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Unit Title Carry Out Pointing
Unit Descriptor The unit competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude requires to
carryout pointing works in different background.

1. Prepare for 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
work requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed and
applied
plans and policies
commencement
2.1 Pointed background is Prepared according to job requirement.
2. Apply putty
2.2 Materials are identified, selected and prepared to determined
pointing
composition and consistency used for pointing or beading putty
material to bed
in accordance with job requirements.
joints
2.3 Pointing putty is applied with the use of jointer tool to fill indent
and form joints.
2.4 Surplus pointing putty present on horizontal and vertical joints is
removed with the aid of a Frenchman tool to form finite shape
and edges to tuck pointing.
2.5 Pointed work area is completed, allowed to dry and any
imperfections gently removed and lightly brushed clean
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Variables Range
Health and  Protective clothing and equipment,
Safety(OHS)  Use of tools and equipment and handling of materials
Tools and Are to include but not limited to:
equipment  Brushes, buckets, sponges, float,
 Gauging equipment, sieve,
 Frenchman tools, jointer tools, measuring tapes/rules, hammers
(brackish, club, scotch),
 Spirit levels, pointing trowels, straight beveled edges, plugging
chisels, straight edges, pointing tools,
 Squares, hawks, profiles, line blocks, line pins, string lines,
scaffolds and pointing or raking tools
May include:
 Wheelbarrows, concrete mixers, and
 Small petrol/diesel engines/compressors/mixers
Materials Are to include but not limited to:
 Mortar,
 Coloring agents and pigments and slaked rock lime
Environmental Are to include but are not limited to:
Requirements  Waste management,
 Noise, dust, vibration and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
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 Communicate effectively
 Apply Workplace and equipment safety, and quality requirements
 Describe and use General Construction terminology
 Perform measurement and calculation
Attitudes
 General construction terminology
limitations
 The techniques pointing of masonry unit
 Characteristics and applications of materials for pointing of
masonry unit
 Material safety data sheets
management
 Measurement and calculation
 Heritage masonry work materials and bonding techniques
 Finishing of masonry joints
 Masonry expansion and growth and control joints
 Communication processes – verbal and signaling
 Apply different types of pointing work
 Apply point material to bed joints
 Apply effective communication
 Apply workplace and equipment safety, and quality requirements
 Performing measurement and calculation
Resources The following resources MUST be provided:
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Context of Assessment evidence may be collected from a real workplace, or
Assessment simulated real workplace in which production and service operations
are carried out

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Unit Title Apply Water Proofing Process
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude required
to apply waterproofing practices and principles to internal and external
wet areas.

applied
plans and policies
commencement
2. Identify 2.1 Internal and external area to be waterproofed is identified from
waterproofing job drawings and specifications
system 2.2 Area of structure to be waterproofed is inspected for defects and
soundness in accordance with job and manufacturers’
specifications
2.3 Appropriate waterproofing systems/ products are identified,
analyzed and selected in accordance with job and manufacturers’
specifications and with MSDS directions
2.4 Range of waterproofing materials are checked for product
suitability, conformity to specification and compatibility with
surface material, preparation and waterproofing installation
technique
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2.6 Type of waterproofing material is identified in accordance with
job specification, state of structure and job safety requirements
with MSDS directions
3. Prepare for 3.1 Internal and external wet area and wet area fitment or fixtures
waterproofing are checked for specific measurements and set out in accordance
installation with drawings and specifications
3.2 Substrate is checked for soundness of fit, curing compounds,
moisture content and other contaminants and reported/remedied
as required
3.3 Flooring installation levels and falls to waste outlets are checked
for conformity to specification
3.4 Corner flashing is installed in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations
3.5 Points of connection, termination detailing and over flashings as
required are checked to be in place and secure
3.6 Rebates for baths and basins are checked for compliance with
standards
3.7 Prepared surface of structure is prime coated to manufacturers’
specification, where applicable
3.8 Water stops and hobs are installed in required location in
compliance with standards and good building practice
4. Apply 4.1 Waterproofing membrane applied to primed surface of structure
waterproofing to correct thickness in accordance with manufacturers’ job
specification
4.2 Appropriate bond breakers and fillets are applied as required in
accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
4.3 Waterproofing membrane is cured in accordance with
manufacturers’ specification and workplace requirements
4.4 Flood testing of installation is conducted if required 5.5
Waterproofing material/system is protected using methods and
materials consistent with manufacturers’ specification,
workplace requirements and good building practice
4.5 Final inspection of site is undertaken in accordance with
certifying authority’s requirements and sign-off and hand-over
of work is carried out in accordance with workplace
requirements
Variables Range
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 Use of fire fighting equipment,
Equipment  Rollers, brushes, cutting blades, scissors,
 Straight edges, measuring tapes/rules,
 Spirit levels, chisels, hammers, cold chisels,
 Angle grinders, electric drills/screwdrivers, buckets,
 Brooms, solvent applicators, heat welders, hot air welders, nylon
rollers, pressure rollers, seam probes, vacuum cleaners, moisture
meters, floor scrapers, lights, fans and caulking guns
Waterproofing May include but not limited to:
materials for  Liquid applied (including polyurethane, acrylic, injection and
internal and cementations based)
external
 Sheet (including PVC, EPDM, butane, ECB and betonies
application
composites),
 Substrate primer, adhesives, drainage cell and protection board
Information sources may include but not be limited to:
 Verbal or written and graphical instructions,
 Signage, work schedules/plans/specifications,
 Work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets (MSDS),
diagrams or sketches
Waterproofing May include but not limited to:
systems  Sheet and sprayed material membranes,
 Hot Mix bituminous felt material membranes,
 Liquid sealants or sealant devices and cement based
waterproofing systems
Water proofing May include
process The process includes the testing, drainage and protection of the
membrane system
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Internal and May include, but not be limited to:
external wet area  Bathrooms, laundries,
applications
 Showers, en-suites and
 Other wet process areas
Wet area fixtures May include:
 Pre-cast baths, shower bases, vanity units,
 Sink units, trough units, water closets,
 Bidets and urinals
Substrates May include:
 Fibrous cement sheeting,
 Timber and timber based products,
 Wet Area plasterboard, cement render,
 PVC,
 Ferrous and non- ferrous piping,
 Brickwork,
 Block work,
 Reinforced in situ concrete,
 Pre-cast concrete,
 Aerated autoclaved concrete materials (Hebel/Thermolite)
Considerations in May include but not be limited to:
water exclusion  Capillary action, damp proof courses and flashings,
 Joining, corners and terminations, use of sealants, hydrostatic
pressure,
 Use of bond-breakers, waste allowances,
 Curing times of compounds and their applications, impact of
environmental conditions,
 Surface applications and protection requirements, shelf life of
waterproofing products,
 Direction of fall of substrate or decorative finish,
 Perimeter treatment (including pressure seals and over flashing,
 Thermal shrinkage (expansion and contraction), and causes of
water penetration (including leakage through wall and floor
finishes, penetration at joints / junctions, movement from
shrinkage,
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system)
 Structural considerations include movement, design principles,
drainage requirements, hydrostatic pressures,
 Substrate type and condition, environmental factors (including
water run off and impact on adjoining property,
 Allowing water flow and slope/fall/grade of surfaces) and
waterproofing protection.
Evidence Guide
Competence  Demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and
 Applied Safety regulations to work place operations
 Carried out correct procedures prior to and during the application
of the construction processes
equipment
 Give particular attention to specified finish of surfaces ready for
finishing work
 Communicate Interactive with others to ensure safe and effective
workplace operations
 Apply types of water proofing in different techniques
Attitudes
 Quality requirements and Safe work methods
limitations
 Internal& external waterproofing processes and techniques -
Internal & external waterproofing materials
management
 Construction systems and waterproofing considerations -
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Termination and flashing principals
 Assessment of and appreciation of moisture content in substrate
materials
 The characteristics and applications of waterproofing materials
and adhesives
 The principles and considerations of water exclusion
 Identifying waterproofing system
Required Skills Demonstrated skills in:
 Plan work
 Communicate effectively
 Prepare for waterproofing installation
 Prepare substrate
 Apply waterproofing
 Apply OH&S
Context of  Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Unit Title Apply Industrial Coating
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude
required to apply industrial protective coatings.

1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
requirements and operational details are obtained,
confirmed and applied
1.2 Safety requirements are followed in accordance with
safety plans and policies
1.3 Signage/barricade requirements are identified and
implemented
1.4 Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks that
are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior
to commencement
1.5 Material quantity requirements are calculated in
accordance with plans and/or specifications
obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for
use
1.7 Environmental protection requirements are identified for
the project in accordance with environmental plans and
regulatory obligations and applied
2.1 Components, properties, performance characteristics and
2. Prepare industrial
possible defects of industrial surface coating systems are
surface coating
described.
2.2 Types of industrial surface coatings & Potential coating
problems are identified.
2.3 Surfaces are cleaned and pre-treated , prepared by removing
unwanted coatings and loose debris and filling with
appropriate materials
2.4 Appropriate surface coating systems are selected.
3.1 All coatings are thoroughly mixed before application.
3. Apply industrial
3.2 All coatings are applied in accordance with manufacturer
surface coatings
specifications and requirements
3.3 Correct materials, tools and equipment are used.
3.4 All coatings are dried
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4.1 Remedies for faults in industrial surface coatings are
4. . Remedy failure
identified.
effects in industrial
4.2 Component failure & Substrate failure effects are remedied
surface coatings
5.1. Waste and unwanted materials are removed and placed
5. Clean up
into job waste bins or rubbish stockpile in accordance with
sound work practices and compliance with the
environmental requirements
5.2. Painting tools, equipment and plant are cleaned with
correct solutions without damage and stored safely and
effectively to manufacturers’ specifications
5.3. Unused materials are sealed and stored/stacked in
accordance with standard material handling practices and
techniques and company requirements
5.4. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or
recycled in a manner to avoid spontaneous combustion and
in accordance with state or territory legislation
Variables Range
May include but not limited to:
Occupational Health and
Safety  Protective clothing and equipment,
May include but not limited to:
Tools and Equipment
 Scrapers, hand sanders, mechanical sanders,
 Mechanical grinders, paint stirrers, drop sheets, hand
and mechanical wire brushes, paint pots/buckets,
 Brush ware and brush ware accessories, wet and dry
film thickness gauges, roller frames, covers, buckets
and roller accessories,
 High pressure water blasters, spray equipment, rags and
duster brushes
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Evidence Guide
Competence  Prepare industrial surface coating
 Apply industrial surface coatings
 Remedy failure effects in industrial surface coatings
Required Knowledge and Demonstrate a knowledge of
Attitudes  Workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Decorative painted finishes technology
 Compatibility of surface coatings to substrates
 Color fleck materials and application techniques
 Imitation marble materials and application techniques
 Imitation wood grain materials and application techniques
 Gilding materials and application techniques
 Stenciling materials and application techniques
 Materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly
waste management
 Prepare industrial surface coating
 Apply industrial surface coatings
 Remedy failure effects in industrial surface coatings
 Clean up
Resource Implications The following resources should be made available:
 Workplace location or simulated workplace
 Materials relevant to the work
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to the work
 Realistic activities covering the mandatory task
requirements
 Specifications and work instructions
Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
Context of Assessment  Components, properties and possible defects of
industrial surface coating systems are described.
 Potential coating problems are identified.
 All coatings are applied in accordance with
manufacturer specifications and requirements.
 Correct materials, tools and equipment are used.
 Tools, equipment and work area are clean after
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Unit Title Repair and Rectify Simple Finishing Works
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude required to
work effectively to repair and rectify simple finishing works

applied
and policies
commencement
and applied
2. Repair and 2.1 Damaged tiles/s, plastered surface and painted surface are removed
rectify avoiding damage to surrounding surface
damaged 2.2 Old bedding is cleaned and cleared to allow placement of
finishing work replacement finishing works
2.3 Replacement finishing materials are selected and prepared where
applicable to match existing face, size, colour and pattern
2.4 Tiles are fitted and fixed to maintain alignment with joints to
uniform spacing
2.5 Grouting is carried out and tile face cleaned to specified finish
3.Clean up 3.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and job
specification
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Variables Ranges
Health and Safety
 Protective clothing and equipment,
(OHS)
practices
 Safe operating procedures are to include but not be limited to the:
 Conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
associated with lighting, concealed services (water, power and
gas),
 Trip hazards, working with dangerous/hazardous materials,
 Working in confined spaces, restricted access barriers, traffic
control, working at heights,
 Working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public
 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may
Tools and Tools and equipment are to include:
Equipment  Tile cutters and scribes, hammers, saws,
 Wet and dry diamond saws, power drills,
 Power leads, cement sheet cutters, measuring tapes/rules,
 Straight edges, leveling equipment, string lines, brushes, wire
brushes, brooms, sanding blocks,
 Scrapers, shovels, wooden floats, trowels, spatulas, shovels,
wheelbarrows,
 Spacers/wedges, squares, buckets, mortar boards, sponges, rags,
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 Hammers, ladders, hose and water sprays, caulking guns, nippers,
squeegees and pointed
 Grouters
Tools and equipment may include:
 Concrete mixers,
 Power sanders,
 Power grinders and masonry drill bits
Materials are to include:
 Tiles, adhesives,
 Cement mortar (with and without additives),
 Caulking compound and grout
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of It is essential that competence is observed in the following
Competence Aspects:
 Demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety
 Correct procedures carried out prior to and during the application of
the construction processes
equipment
 Particular attention given to specified finish of surfaces ready for
tiling , plastering and painting
 Interactive communication with others to ensure safe and effective
limitations
 Finishing work methods and set out procedures
 Finishing materials (including tiles, adhesives, mortar, grouting and
substrates, their characteristics, preparation, methods, application
and finishing)
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adhesives and cement/epoxy based grouts
management
Required skills Demonstrated skills in:
 Plan work and Setting up materials
 Repair and rectify flat, irregular, circular column and curved
surfaces
 Grouting tile face
 Applying workplace and equipment safety requirements
Methods of Competence may be assessed through

Unit Title Operate application software packages
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identify, select and operate three commercial software packages basic
operations, including a word-processing application (creating and
formatting documents, creating tables and printing labels); spread sheet
applications( creating and formatting spread sheet data, incorporating
charts and objects, and customizing and printing spread sheets); and
database applications and create and develop simple relational databases
using pre-existing data
1. Use appropriate 1.1 Select word-processing software appropriate to perform activity

word-processing 1.2 Open word-processing application, create document and add data
software according to information requirements
1.3 Identify document purpose, audience and presentation requirements,
and clarify with personnel as required
1.4 Identify organisational requirements for text-based business
documents, and design document structure and layout to ensure
consistency of style and image
1.5 Match document requirements with software functions to provide
efficient production of documents
2. Customise basic 2.1 Adjust page layout to meet information requirements or special needs
settings and format 2.2 Open and view different toolbars
documents to meet 2.3 Change font format /font settings to suit document purpose of the
page layout word document/spreadsheets/ database entries
conventions 2.4 Change alignment and line spacing, and modify margins of the
document (word / spreadsheet/ database/ according to document
information requirements and formatting features
2.5 Align information in a selected cell as required
2.6 Open and switch between several word documents / spreadsheets/
database/
2.7 Use formatting features and styles to customise basic settings and
format cell or documents, create table and add images as required
2.8 Use technical functions, other data and formatting tools, document
templates as required to finalise documents/or within the spreadsheet
2.9 Highlight and copy text from another area in the document or from
another active document; or selected formatting features from

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another cell in the spread sheet or from another active spread sheet
2.10 Insert headers and footers to incorporate necessary data using
formatting features
2.11 Save document in another file format or spread sheet as another file
type and close document and spread sheet to a storage device
3. Create tables and 3.1 Insert standard table into document
add images to 3.2 Change cells (insert and delete columns and rows) to meet
word document information requirements
3.3 Insert appropriate images into document and customise as necessary
3.4 Position and resize images to meet document formatting needs
3.5 Ensure the naming and storing/ saving of documents in appropriate
directories or folders and the printing of documents to the required
specifications
4. . Use appropriate 4.1 Select spread sheet software appropriate to perform activity
spread sheet 4.2 Identify document purpose, audience and presentation requirements,
software and clarify with personnel as required
4.3 Open the spread sheet application, create spread sheet files and enter
numbers, text and symbols into cells according to information
requirements
4.4 Enter simple formulas and functions using cell referencing where
required and correct formulas when error messages occur
4.5 Use a range of common tools during spreadsheet development
4.6 Edit columns and rows within the spreadsheet
4.7 Use the auto-fill function to increment data where required
4.8 Ensure the naming and storing of documents in appropriate
directories or folders and the printing of documents to the required
specifications
5. . Incorporate 5.1 Import an object into an active spreadsheet
object and chart in 5.2 Manipulate imported object by using formatting features
spreadsheet 5.3 Create a chart using selected data in the spreadsheet
5.4 Display selected data in a different chart
5.5 Modify chart using formatting features
6. Create database 6.1 Open a database application and design a two-table, simple relational
database incorporating basic design principles
6.2 Develop a table with fields and attributes according to database
usage, as well as user requirements
6.3 Create a primary key and establish an index for each table
6.4 Modify table layout and field attributes as required
6.5 Create a relationship between the two tables
6.6 Add and modify data in a table according to information
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requirements
6.7 Add and delete records as required
6.8 1.8 Save and close down database to storage area
7. Create reports and 7.1 Design reports to present data in a logical sequence
forms 7.2 Modify reports to include or exclude additional requirements
7.3 Distribute reports to appropriate person in a suitable format
7.4 Use a wizard to create a simple form
7.5 Open existing database and modify records through a simple form
7.6 Rearrange objects within the form to accommodate information
requirements
8.1 Access existing database and locate required records
8. Retrieve
8.2 Create simple query and retrieve required information
information
8.3 Develop query with multiple criteria and retrieve required
information
8.4 Select data and display appropriately
9. . Print documents 9.1 Preview document/ spreadsheet in print preview mode
9.2 Select basic print settings/ options
9.3 Print document/spreadsheet or part of document/ spreadsheet from
printer
9.4 Submit the spreadsheet to appropriate person for approval or
feedback
Variable Range
Word-processing May include but not limited to:
software  Apple Work
 Microsoft Word
 Open Office.
Information May include but not limited to::
requirements  Agendas
 Letters
 Memos
 Minutes
 Other business documents required by the organisation.
Document May include but not limited to:
 Captions
 Different odd and even pages
 Document protection
 Drawing

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 Hyperlinks
 Linked and embedded objects
 Mail-merge data documents
 Master documents
 MS wordart
 Templates.
Organisational May include but not limited to:
requirements  Company colour scheme
 Company logo
 Consistent corporate image
 Content restrictions
 Established guidelines and procedures for document production
 House styles
 Observing copyright legislation
 Organisation name, time, date, document title and filename in
header or footer
 Templates.
Document structure May include but not limited to:
and layout  Annotated references
 Borders
 Boxes
 Bullet or number lists
 Captions
 Colour
 Columns
 Consistency with other business documents
 Cropping
 Drawing
 Footnotes
 Endnotes
 Graphics
 Headings
 Indentations
 Layout
 Page numbers
 Position related to other text
 Size
 Spacings
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 Typeface styles and point size.
Page layout May include but not limited to:
 Landscape
 Portrait.
Toolbars May include but not limited to:
 Buttons
 Menus
 A combination of both.
Font format May include but not limited to:
Combination of typeface and other attributes:
 Pitch
 Size
 Spacing character
 Symbol.
Font settings May include but not limited to:
 Colour
 Size
 Type.
Alignment May include but not limited to:
 Centred
 Justified
 Left
 Right.
Formatting features May include but not limited to:
 Bold
 Hyphenation
 Italics
 Underline.
Format May include but not limited to:
 Saving the spreadsheet as another type of document:
 Comma separated values or text
 HTML
 XML.
Technical functions, May include but not limited to:
other data and  Alignment
formatting  Clip art
 Comments
 Data from other software applications

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 Digital photographs
 Digital signatures
 Display features
 Embedding
 Exporting
 Fields
 Fills or shading
 Formulas
 Graphics
 Importing
 Lines and borders
 Linking
 Merge cells
 Page and section breaks
 Permissions
 Reviewing
 Sharing
 Sort criteria
 Sorting contents
 Split cell
 Table of contents
 Templates
 Text direction
 Versioning.
Technical functions May include but not limited to:
 Animations
 Arranging slides
 Charts
 Customising masters
 Illustrations
 Linking content
 Sharing
 Smartart
 Tables.
Formatting tools May include but not limited to:
 Menu commands within the application:
 Borders
 Copy, cut and paste
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 Help
 Find and replace
 Shading
 Spell check
 Undo.
File format May include but not limited to:
 CSV files
 Doc files
 HTML pages
 PDF files
 SXW (star office) files
 RTF files
 Text files.
Storage device/area May include but not limited to:
 Disks
 CD
 DVD
 External hard drive, including universal serial bus (USB) flash drive
 Internal hard drive
Images May include but not limited to:
 Clip art
 Graphics
 Pictures.
Naming and storing May include but not limited to:
documents  Authorised access
 Filenames according to organisational procedure
 Filenames that are easily identifiable related to the content
 File or directory names which identify the operator, author, section
and date
 Filing locations
 Organisational policy for backing up files and filing hard copies of
documents
 Security
 Storage in folders and sub-folders
 Storage on:
 Hard disk drives
 CD-ROM
 Tape backup.
Printing May include but not limited to:
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 Comments
 Drawing objects
 Field codes
 Hidden text
 Print merge
 Print to file
 To fit a specific number of pages.
Spreadsheet software May include but not limited to:
 Apple Works, such as Numbers
 Numeric
 Microsoft Excel
 Open Office.
Spreadsheet settings May include but not limited to:
 Cell alignment
 Charts
 Font settings
 Formatting tools
 Graphics
 Objects
 Page layout
 Print
 Share
 Simple formulas and functions
 Sort
 Toolbars
 Views
 Worksheets.
Simple formulas May include but not limited to:
and functions  Addition
 Conditional logic
 Conditional summation
 Division
 Lookup
 Multiplication
 Subtraction
 Summation
 Application of the above to a series of cells.
Tools May include but not limited to:
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 Help
 Search and replace
 Simple formatting tools
 Spell check
 Undo.
Edit May include but not limited to:
 Adding
 Copying
 Deleting
 Moving
 Pasting
 Selecting.
Object May include but not limited to:
Items that can be inserted into the spreadsheet, such as:
Other documents
Pictures
Sound.
Data May include but not limited to:
 Symbols added to the document
 Text added to the document.
Design principles May include but not limited to:
 Data layout
 Formatting
 Naming conventions.
Attributes May include but not limited to:
 Data type
 Name
 Size.
Layout May include but not limited to:
Display modes
Orientation
Size.
Relationship May include but not limited to:
 One-to-one
 One-to-many
 Many-to-many.
Objects May include but not limited to:
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 Checkboxes
 Drop down lists
 Option buttons
 Text boxes.
Print settings May include but not limited to:
 Layout
 Number of copies
 Orientation
 Paper size
Msides.
Appropriate person May include but not limited to::
 Authorized business representative
 Client
 Supervisor.
Software application May include but not limited to:
package  Database
 Email
 Graphics
 Spreadsheet
 Word processing.
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Identify application software packages used by the organisation and
list the purpose of each
 Produce workplace documents using a minimum of three different
software application packages
 Create, open and retrieve documents using customised basic settings
 Format documents by creating tables and adding text, objects and
images
 Interpret specific information to determine and complete work
required
 Prepare simple correspondence that incorporates key information in
a format and style relevant to requirements
 Open, amend and save files and documents
 Explain basic technical terminology related to reading help files
and responding to system help prompts
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 Describe import and export software functions
 Describe the process of linking documents
 Explain the purpose of input and output devices.
 Interprets and comprehends symbolic, textual and numerical
information and data
 Create spreadsheets, customise basic settings, format spreadsheets
and
 Create basic formulas
 Insert objects and charts in spreadsheets, save and print
spreadsheets.
 Explain the effect of formatting and appearance on the readability
and usability of spreadsheets
 Outline log-in procedures relating to accessing a personal
computer (PC)
 Describe the purpose, use and function of spreadsheet applications
 Outline basic database design principles
 Discuss the purposes of forms, reports and queries for retrieving
and displaying information
 Outline the reasons for relationships between tables (cardinality)
 Describe the purpose, use and function of database software.
 Design and develop a simple database using a standard database
package
 Add data
 Create and use a query with multiple criteria
 Create and modify reports and forms.
Knowledge and  Formatting styles and their effect on formatting, readability and
Attitudes appearance of documents
 Organisational requirements for ergonomics, such as work periods
and breaks
 Organisational style guide
 Purpose, use and function of word-processing software.
 Vocabulary, basic technical terminology and naming conventions
related to reading help files and responding to system help prompts
 Basic knowledge of system usage
 Current business practices related to using software to prepare
reports
 Features and functions of commercial computing packages

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 Import and export software functions
 Linking documents
 OHS principles and responsibilities for ergonomics, such as work
periods and breaks
 Purpose, use and functions of applications
 Use of input and output devices.
 Personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory
requirements
 Vocabulary, syntax, terminology, labelling and naming conventions
suitable for the program
 Purposes, specific functions and key features of common digital
systems and tools, and operates them effectively to complete routine
tasks, adapting some functions to improve personal efficiency
 Formatting styles and their effect on formatting, readability and
appearance of spreadsheets
 Log-in procedures relating to accessing a PC
 Purpose, use and function of spreadsheet application.
 The purpose and specific functions of common digital tools used in
work contexts
 Identifying and comprehending the specific numeric data needed to
create charts
 Responsibility for routine low-impact decisions within familiar
situations
 Basic database design
 Forms, reports and queries for retrieving and displaying information
 Relationships between tables (cardinality)
 Purpose, use and function of database software.
 The purpose and specific functions of common digital tools used in
work contexts
 Database related terminology and protocols when designing tables,
queries, reports and forms
 Identifying and comprehending the specific numeric data needed,
and uses logical functions, mathematical symbols and applies the
order of operations in calculations when developing queries
 Responsibility for routine, low-impact decisions within familiar
situations
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Communication skills to:
 Communicate with peers and supervisors
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 Seek assistance and expert advice
 Literacy skills to:
 Interpret user manuals and help functions
 Read and write basic workplace documents
 Numeracy skills to:
 Enter simple formulas into spreadsheet
 Create simple queries
 Problem-solving skills to:
 Manage applications and use help functions
 Address common operational problems when using word-
processing applications, spreadsheet applications
 Address inconsistencies in data and issues in database
 Technical skills to:
 Operate a personal computer (PC) and printer
 Operate a keyboard to enter text and numerical data technical
skills to create a simple database.
 Use application software packages.
 Recognise and interpret textual information to determine
organisational standards and job requirements
 Interpret and comprehend symbols, icons and text associated with
applications software
 Enter both written and verbally received information and data into a
format suitable for the software application
 Apply the order of operations in calculations
 Follows routine procedures for using digital technology to enter,
store and retrieve information directly relevant to role
 Plan routine tasks with familiar goals and outcomes, taking some
limited responsibility for decisions regarding sequencing
 Apply workplace health and safety (WHS) principles and
responsibilities for ergonomics, such as work periods and breaks
 Use help manuals and online help.
 Recognises and responds to common operational problems when
using word-processing applications
 Identify data specifically needed for the spreadsheet from
information received
 Enter both written and verbally received information and data into a
format suitable for spreadsheet analysis
 Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals,
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 Apply the order of operations in calculations
 Identify and analyse a wide range of hard copy and on-line forms,
reports and other end-user documentation to identify end-user needs
and data
 Select the appropriate form, channel and mode of communication
for a specific purpose relevant to own role
 Identify and implement standard solutions for a number of routine
problems
 Follows routine procedures for using digital technology to enter,
store and retrieve information directly relevant to role
Resources Implications Access is required to:
 A personal computer and printer
 Word-processing software, spreadsheet, database software currently
used in industry
 Documents detailing organisational style guide or policy and work
health and safety (WHS) requirements
 Data suitable for use with word-processing packages.
 Verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of word
processing, spreadsheet and database operations
 Direct observation of candidate creating and formatting word
document and spreadsheets
 Review of spreadsheets, including formatting, formulas, objects and
images
 Documents or information containing data suitable for creating a
database
Assessment Methods Competency may be assessed through:
 Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
 Observation / Demonstration
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction works Level II
Unit Title Prevent and Eliminate MUDA
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required by a worker to
prevent and eliminate MUDA/wastes in his/her workplace by applying
scientific problem-solving techniques and tools to enhance quality,
productivity and other kaizen elements on continual basis .It covers
responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the work and ensures Kaizen
Elements are continuously improved and institutionalized.
Element Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for 1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including
work. method, material and equipment.
1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted following working
manual.
1.3. OHS requirements, including dust and fume collection, breathing
apparatus and eye and ear personal protection needs are observed
throughout the work.
1.4. Appropriate material is selected for work.
1.5. Safety equipment and tools are identified and checked for safe and
effective operation.
2. Identify 2.1 Plan of MUDA and problemidentification is prepared and
MUDA and implemented.
problem 2.2 Causes and effects of MUDA are discussed.
2.3 All possible problems related to the process /Kaizen elements are
listed using statistical tools and techniques.
2.4 All possible problems related to kaizen elements are identified and
listed on Visual Management Board/Kaizen Board.
2.5 Tools and techniques are used to draw and analyze current situation
of the work place.
2.6 Wastes/MUDA are identified and measured based on relevant
procedures.
2.7 Identified and measured wastes are reported to relevant personnel.
3. Analyze causes 3.1 All possible causes of a problem are listed.
of a problem. 3.2 Cause relationships are analyzed using4m1e.
3.3 Causes of the problems are identified.
3.4 The root cause which is most directly related to the problem is
selected.
3.5 All possible ways are listed using creative idea generation to
eliminate the most critical root cause.
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3.6 The suggested solutions are carefully tested and evaluated for
potential complications.
3.7 Detailed summaries of the action plan are prepared to implement the
suggested solution.
4. Eliminate 4.1. Plan of MUDA elimination is prepared and implementedbymedium
MUDA and KPT members.
Assess 4.2. Necessary attitude and the ten basic principles for improvement are
effectiveness adopted to eliminate waste/MUDA.
of the solution. 4.3. Tools and techniques are used to eliminate wastes/MUDA based on
the procedures and OHS.
4.4. Wastes/MUDA are reduced and eliminated in accordance with OHS
and organizational requirements.
4.5. Tangible and intangible results are identified.
4.6. Tangible results are compared with targets using various types of
diagrams.
4.7. Improvements gained by elimination of waste/MUDA are reported to
relevant bodies.
5. Prevent 5.1. Plan of MUDA prevention is prepared and implemented.
occurrence of 5.2. Standards required for machines, operations, defining normal and
wastes and abnormal conditions, clerical procedures and procurement are
sustain discussed and prepared.
operation. 5.3. Occurrences of wastes/MUDA are prevented by using visual and
auditory control methods.
5.4. Waste-free workplace is created using 5W and 1Hsheet.
5.5. The completion of required operation is done in accordance with
standard procedures and practices.
5.6. The updating of standard procedures and practices is facilitated.
5.7. The capability of the work team that aligns with the requirements of
the procedure is ensured and trained on the new Standard Operating
Procedures (sops).
Variable Range
OHS requirements May include, but not limited to:
 Are to be in accordance with legislation/ regulations/codes of practice
and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include
protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment,
workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use of
firefighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and
hazardous materials and substances.
 PPE are to include that prescribed under legislation/regulations/codes of
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practice and workplace policies and practices.
 Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to the
conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with
workplace organization.
 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may not be
limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment,
extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation.
Safety equipment May include, but not limited to:
and tools  Dust masks/goggles
 Glove
 Working cloth
 First aid and
 Safety shoes
Statistical tools and May include, but not limited to:
techniques  7 QC tools May include, but not limited to:
 Stratification
 Pareto Diagram
 Cause and Effect Diagram
 Check Sheet
 Control Chart/Graph
 Histogram and Scatter Diagram
 QC techniques May include, but not limited to:
 Brain storming
 Why analysis
 What if analysis
 5W1H
May include, but not limited to:
 Plant Layout
 Process flow
 Other Analysis tools
 Do time study by work element
 Measure Travel distance
 Take a photo of workplace
 Measure Total steps
 Make list of items/products, who produces them and who uses them &
those in warehouses, storages etc.
 Focal points to Check and find out existing problems
 5S
 Layout improvement
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 Brainstorming
 Andon
 U-line
 In-lining
 Unification
 Multi-process handling &Multi-skilled operators
 A.B. control (Two point control)
 Cell production line
 TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
Relevant May include, but not limited to:
procedures  Make waste visible
 Be conscious of the waste
 Be accountable for the waste and measure the waste.
4M1E May include, but not limited to:
 Man
 Machine
 Method
Material and Environment
Creative idea May include, but not limited to:
generation  Brainstorming
 Exploring and examining ideas in varied ways
 Elaborating and extrapolating
 Conceptualizing
Medium KPT May include, but not limited to:
 5S
 4M (Machine, Method, Material and Man)
 4p (Policy, Procedures, People and Plant)
 PDCA cycle
Basics of IE tools and techniques
The ten basic May include, but not limited to:
principles for  Throw out all of your fixed ideas about how to do things.
improvement  Think of how the new method will work- not how it won.
 Don’t accept excuses. Totally deny the status quo.
 Don’t seek perfection. A 5o percent implementation rate is fine as long
as it’s done on the spot.
 Correct mistakes the moment they are found.
 Don’t spend a lot of money on improvements.
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 Ask “why?” At least five times until you find the ultimate cause.
 Ten people’s ideas are better than one person’s.
 Improvement knows no limits.
Tangible and May include, but not limited to:
intangible results  Tangible result may include quantifiable data
 Intangible result may include qualitative data
Various types of May include, but not limited to:
diagrams.  Line graph
 Bar graph
 Pie-chart
 Scatter diagrams
 Affinity diagrams
Visual and auditory May include, but not limited to:
control methods  Red Tagging
 Sign boards
 Outlining
 And ons
 Kanban, etc.
5W and 1H May include, but not limited to:
 Who
 What
 Where
 When
 Why and
 How
Standardoperating May include, but not limited to:
Procedures (sops).  The customer demands
 The most efficient work routine (steps)
 The cycle times required to complete work elements
 All process quality checks required to minimize defects/errors
 The exact amount of work in process required
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Discuss why wastes occur in the workplace
 Discuss causes and effects of wastes/MUDA in the workplace
 Analyze the current situation of the workplace by using appropriate
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 Identify, measure, eliminate and prevent occurrence of wastes by
using appropriate tools and techniques
 Use 5W and 1H sheet to prevent
 Detect non-conforming products/services in the work area
 Apply effective problem-solving approaches/strategies.
 Implement and monitor improved practices and procedures
 Apply statistical quality control tools and techniques.
Knowledge and  Targets of customers and manufacturer/service provider
Attitude  Traditional and kaizen thinking of price setting
 Kaizen thinking in relation to targets of manufacturer/service provider
and customer
 Value
 The three categories of operations
 The 3“MU”
 Wastes occur in the workplace
 The 7 types of MUDA
 QC story/PDCA cycle/
 QC story/ Problem solving steps
 QCC techniques
 7 QC tools
 The Benefits of identifying and eliminating waste
 Causes and effects of 7 MUDA
 Procedures to identify MUDA
 Necessary attitude and the ten basic principles for improvement
 Procedures to eliminate MUDA
 Prevention of wastes
 Methods of waste prevention
 Definition and purpose of standardization
 Standards required for machines, operations, defining normal and
abnormal conditions, clerical procedures and procurement
 Methods of visual and auditory control
 TPM concept and its pillars.
 Relevant OHS and environment requirements
 Method and Lines of communication
 Methods of making/recommending improvements.
 Reporting procedures
 Workplace procedures associated with the candidate's regular
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technical duties
 Organizational structure of the enterprise
Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:
Skills  Draw & analyze current situation of the work place
 Use measurement apparatus (stop watch, tape, etc.)
 Calculate volume and area
 Apply statistical analysis tools
 Use and follow checklists to identify, measure and eliminate
wastes/MUDA
 Identify and measure wastes/MUDA in accordance with OHS and
procedures
 Use tools and techniques to eliminate wastes/MUDA in accordance
with OHS procedure.
 Apply 5W and 1H sheet
 Update and use standard procedures for completion of required
operation
 Apply Visual Management Board/Kaizen Board.
 Detect non-conforming products or services in the work area
 Work with others
 Read and interpret documents
 Observe situations
 Solve problems
 Communicate information
 Gather evidence by using different means
 Report activities and results using report formats
 Implement and monitor improved practices and procedures
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
Implication work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Assessment place setting.

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Unit Title Use CAD Systems to Produce Basic Engineering drawing
Unit Descriptor This unit competency covers skill, knowledge and attitude producing
basic engineering drawings using a CAD system, under the direction of a
supervisor.

1.1. All relevant manuals, instructions and operating procedures for the
1. Prepare the CAD
CAD software are obtained in accordance with workplace
environment
procedures.
1.2. The CAD package is booted up in accordance with workplace
procedures.
1.3. Screen display areas and basic parameters is set in to required CAD
environment and design toolbars are set in accordance with
instructions.
2.1. Basic CAD drawings are created and guidance is sought as required.
2. Produce a basic
2.2. Drawings are prepared in accordance with AS 1100 or equivalent or
drawing/ Modify
in accordance with standard operating procedures.
existing CAD
2.3. As required, CAD drawings are reviewed with supervisor and/or
drawings
other designated staff in accordance with company procedures.
2.4. Existing CAD drawings are located and modified by adding, deleting
or changing drawing elements within that drawing.
3. Produce output 3.1. Drawing files are saved in the appropriate format in accordance with
standard operating procedures.
3.2. Drawing files are printed out using plotter or equivalent devices.
3.1. Programs and computer are shut down in accordance with workplace
procedures.
Variable Range
Basic parameters May include but not limited to:
 layer or level
 line type
 line width
 colour and text format
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CAD environment May include but not limited to:
 Modelling
 Drafting
Design toolbars May include but not limited to:
 Standard
 Sketch
 Features
 View
 Selection bar
 Utility
 Modelling tool
 Edit
 Surface
Basic CAD drawings May include but not limited to:
 Lines
 Arcs
 Circles
 Polygons
 Ellipses
 hatching or filling of areas
 text
 dimensions and tangents
Drawings May include but not limited to:
 Plans
 diagrams
 charts
 circuits
 systems
 Schematics.
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of Competence to:
Competence  Reading and interpreting engineering specifications
 organising information
 using computer and peripherals
 using CAD program
 preparing simple drawings in plane orthogonal, isometric projection
or equivalent CAD program capabilities and processes
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 CAD manuals and work instruction
 Conversion of unit
 Geometry
 Trigonometry
and Attitudes  CAD program capabilities and processes
 CAD manuals and work instruction
 Conversion of unit
 Geometry
 Trigonometry
 reading and interpreting engineering specifications
 preparing simple drawings in plane orthogonal, isometric projection
or equivalent
Resources Implication 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, then an
appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions
reflects realistic workplace situations.
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in conjunction with any other units
addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling,
recording and reporting associated with producing basic engineering
drawings using computer aided drafting systems, or other units requiring
the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction work Level III
Unit Title Prepare bill of quantity
Unit Descriptor This unit competency Covers skill, Knowledge and attitude required to plan
and monitor work activities and prepare bill of quantity based on the
information obtained from drawings and specifications.

1. Plan and prepare for 1.1. The work to be performed and managed is identified and clarified
work according to work requirements and/or tender
1.2. Essential time scheduling , sequences of work and labor are prepared
based on available resources and specifications
1.3. Format (take off sheet) and materials bill of quantities are prepared
based on technical specifications
1.4. Cost centers of all required resources in all respect of fields are
determined according to operational specifications
1.5. Information regarding remarks is supplied due to operational
procedures
2. Develop estimated 2.1. Appropriate labor rates and material costs are selected and applied
product / project based on operational specifications
costs 2.2. Estimates of unit costs, as appropriate, are determined and applied
based on company reference data
2.3. Costs to the project of work cover, environmental protection agency
requirements, seeking approvals, waste management fees and other
statutory or additional costs are identified and applied due to
requirements
2.4. Overhead recovery and margins are applied according to company
policy
2.5. Completed estimated project costs for inclusion in tender or bill are
calculated based on organizational computer supported cost calculation
formats
3. Measure and check 3.1. Measurements are quantified item by item according to technical
correct quantities of specifications
work 3.2. Computation of the work to prepare the bill of quantities is done
based on company policies
3.3. Incorrect data and size of parameters are checked as per accepted
standards
3.4. Corrections and adjustment are made within standard formats
3.5. Bill of quantities is finalized and documented based on
organizational requirements
4. Monitor and 4.1 Efficiency and service levels are monitored on an ongoing basis.
improve workplace 4.2 Operations in the workplace have been supported overall enterprise
operations goals and quality assurance initiatives.
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made accordingly.
4.4 Solve problems and make decisions
4.5 Procedures and systems are changed in consultation with colleagues to
improve efficiency and effectiveness.
4.6 Colleagues are consulted about ways to improve
4.7 Efficiency and service levels.
4.8 Workplace records are accurately completed and submitted within
required timeframes.
Variables Range
Tools and Equipment May include but not limited to:
 Paper,
 pencils
 pen
 eraser,
 triangular scale
 scientific calculator
Information May include but not limited to
 Verbal or written and graphical instructions,
 Signage,
 Work schedules/plans/specifications/ bulletins,
 Memos, maps, material safety data sheets (MSDS),
 Diagrams or sketches and graphics
 Safe work procedures related to construction site operations
 Regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to operations and the
environment
 Manufacturers' specifications and instructions
 Organization work specifications and requirements.
 Instructions issued by authorized organizational or external personnel
Bill of quantities May include but not limited to
 construct, produce, maintain or repair a specific structure to be
included in tender document by taking off or recording of dimensions
from drawings or schedules of work
 The amount of work included in the item is defined in detail by the
rules in the method of measurement.
Problems May include but not limited to:
 difficult customer service situations
 equipment breakdown/technical failure
 delays and time difficulties
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 competence
Project costs May include, but not limited to:
 Organizational and subcontract labor hours
 Project administration costs
 Overheads
 Consumable and production materials
 Cost of meeting statutory requirements
 Waste removal fees
 Utilities/resource consumption
 Communications costs
Workplace records May include but is not limited to:
 staff records and regular performance reports
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of Competence to:
Competence  Apply efficient methods of computation
 Apply counter checking procedures
 the role of staff involved in workplace monitoring
 quality assurance, principles of workflow planning, delegation and
problem solving
Required Knowledge and Demonstrate a knowledge of :
Attitudes  Computation , drawing reading, systematic analysis, quantity
surveying
 Identify unit measurement of work/activities
 Basic managerial skills
 principles of work planning, problem solving and principles of
delegation
Required Skills Demonstrate the skill on:
 Measure quantities of work
 Check and correct quantities
 Read and interpret working and schematic drawing
 monitor and improve workplace operations
 plan and organize workflow
 maintain workplace records
Resource Implication The following resources must be provided:
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Context of Assessment  Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting
 The unit of competency should be assessed in conjunction with other
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Occupational Standard :Finishing Construction Work Level III
Unit Title Produce Specialized Plaster Surfaces
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge , skills and attitudes required to
carry out planning work and preparing surface area; mix and
apply materials; apply floating and rendering to flat and curved
surfaces, coats to piers, coat within metal beading prepare and
finish specialized plasterers surfaces; finish and cure the
texture coat; and prepare templates for curved work

1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications,
1. Plan and prepare
quality requirements and operational details are obtained,
1.2. Occupational health and safety requirements are
followed in accordance with safety plans and policies
1.3. Signage/barricade requirements are identified and
implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior
to commencement
1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in
1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are
identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located
ready for use
1.7. Environmental protection requirements are identified
for the project in accordance with environmental plans and
2.1 Materials and substrate surfaces are prepared for the
2. Prepare surface
specified toweled texture coat finish in accordance with
2.2 Dash coat is mixed and applied liberally to wetted surface
specifications
2.3 Background surface is identified and wire-brushed if
required
2.4 Bonding coats, using patent products, are applied to
specifications
2.5. Metal beads are selected for external or squint arises
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2.6. Metal beads are fixed to arises and checked for accuracy
3.1 Texture coating materials are mixed to designed proportion
3. Prepare and mix
and consistency in accordance with manufacturers’
materials
3.2 Texture coat is applied to specified surfaces with trowel
and to correct thickness
3.3 Texture coat is applied in accordance with manufacturers’
3.4 set out and produce ridged and flexible casting moulds for
intricate designs, patterns and motifs, arches, curves and
ellipses and circular areas
3.5 set out and produce running moulds for cornices, dados,
skirting and panels geometrically develop Roman and
Grecian profiles geometrically develop domes,
vaults/lunettes, arches, circles, ellipses and columns
4.1 Screening lines or guides are established to specified
4. Apply floating and
tolerances
rendering to flat and
4.2 Float is used and applied to Ethiopian Standards and
curved surfaces
plans/specifications
4.3 Floating coat is applied and ruled off to screed
4.4 Surface is finished plumbed and leveled to specified
alignment tolerance
4.5 Heads, reveals and sills are finished square off to wall ace
and back into opening
4.6 All internal angles, ceiling and floor lines are accurately cut
5.1 Floating coat is applied using floating profiles/rules, Dutch
5. Apply floating and
pins or hooks so that face of pier is plumb and ruled off
rendering coats to piers
5.2 Face is squared off to form returns and reveals, rules
removed and arises left square or radiuses as required
6.1 Metal beading is fixed to base surface to form a panel with
6. Apply floating coat
expansion joint so that panel is plumb and square to
within metal beading
specified position
6.2 Panels are finished to true, flat surfaces, suitable for
applying plaster and lime setting
7.1 Walls are hand floated to fill slacks and voids
7. Finish rendering coats
7.2 Walls are scoured and fined using water and hand float
on flat walls and piers
systems
and curved work
8.1 Backgrounds are inspected and prepared according to job
8. Prepare and finish
requirement
specialized plasterers
8.2 Terrazzo, mosaic, and scalable are prepared and
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produced and polished plasterer’s finishes to contractor’s
surfaces
working instructions
8.3 Specialist plasterer’s finishes is applied to vertical and
horizontal surfaces
8.4 Levels and falls are established
9. Finish and cure the 9.1 Texture coat is surface finished plumb/level in accordance
texture coat with manufacturers’ recommendations and job
specifications
9.2 Finished texture coat surface is cured in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and job specifications
10. Prepare templates for 10.1 Material is selected to manufacture templates
curved work or circular 10.2 Radiuses and shapes are established for curves and
columns columns to plans/specifications
10.3 Templates are manufactured and formed to suit job
requirements
11.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturers’
Variables Range
Occupational Health and May include but are not limited to:
Safety  protective clothing and equipment
 workplace environment and safety
 handling of materials
 use of firefighting equipment
 organizational first aid
Materials May include but are not limited to:
 acrylic or styrene/acryl ate coatings, cement render or
other proprietary texture coat finish products
Information
Tools and equipment May include but are not limited to:
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floats, brushes, screed boards,
 scaffolding, straight edges, grinders, concrete mixers,
mortar boards and stands, shovels,
 wheelbarrows, hawks, joint rules, small tools, plumb
bobs and mason’s squares
Evidence Guide
Competence  Prepare surface area
 Mix and apply materials
 Apply floating and rendering to flat and curved
surfaces
 Apply floating and rendering coats to piers
 Apply floating coat within metal beading
 Finished rendering coats on flat walls and piers and
curved work
 Prepare and finish specialized plasterers surfaces
 Finish and cure the texture coat- Prepare templates for
curved work
 Measure, mark out, fitted, position and secure .
 Produce terrazzo work , mosaic work, scalable work
and polished plaster
 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, and
ancillary equipment.
 Used hand tools, power tools and equipment.
 Apply Workplace and equipment safety and quality
requirements
Describe the types, characteristics, uses and limitations
of specialized plastering materials and components
Required Knowledge and Demonstrate knowledge of:
 Plastering tools and equipment types, characteristics,
 Toweled texture coat finish application techniques
 The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of solid
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 Materials handling, storage and environmentally
 Set out and produce plasterwork casting and running
molds
 Cast for: – intricate designs – patterns and motifs –
arch – curves and ellipses – circular areas AND/OR
Run for: – cornices, dados and skirting – panels.
Methods of work relating to the area of work and
material
Required Skills Demonstrate skills
 Workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Plastering tools and equipment types, characteristics,
 Toweled texture coat finish application techniques
 The types, characteristics, uses and limitations of solid
plastering materials and components
 Materials handling, storage and environmentally
 Set out and produce plasterwork casting and running
molds
 Cast for: – intricate designs – patterns and motifs –
arch – curves and ellipses – circular areas AND/OR
Run for: – cornices, dados and skirting – panels.
 Methods of work relating to the area of work and
material
Resource Implications The following resources MUST be provided:

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 Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
necessary tools and equipment as well as consumable
materials
Method of Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a
simulated work place setting and should be assessed in
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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction work Level III
Unit Title Cut and Fix Tiles for Curved Surface
Unit description This unit of competency covers skills, knowledge and attitude to
set out, cut, fix and grout of tiles to curved walls and floor
surfaces, circular columns and archways.

1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
1. Plan and prepare
and applied
1.2. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with
implemented
1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks that
commencement
ready for use
1.7. Environmental protection requirements are identified for
2.1 Extent of curve is established from site inspection
2. Tile curved wall and
2.2 Leveling equipment is used for intermediate marking to level
floor surfaces
line set out around wall
2.3 Location of tiles is set out to determine balanced design and
identify any cutting requirements
2.4 Curve template is made to form an accurate curve line for tiled
surface around wall
2.5 Required method of laying type of tiles is determined by
identification of location of first tile
2.6 Mortar and/or adhesive is prepared where applicable to
manufacturers’ specifications
2.7 Pad tiles are fixed to level set out and template curve and to
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specifications to Tile curved wall and floor surfaces
2.8 Minimum voids are maintained in mortar tile beds and tiles are
fixed level, plumb (wall), flush and square
2.9 Floor tiles are laid to set out grid with perimeter tiles marked
and cut to fit curved wall
2.10 Grout is mixed and applied to joints according to
specifications, to provide flush and smooth finish
2.11 Tiled surface is polished to specifications
3.1 Template is set out and cut to ensure conformity to tile surface
3. Tile circular columns
for curve
and arches
3.2 Pad tiles are positioned accurately and fixed to line, to
maintain uniform spacing
3.3 Tiles are marked out accurately where applicable and fixed
into place, to specifications
3.4 Tiles are fixed on walls surfaces, plumb, maintaining levels
and curvature of wall to specifications
3.5 Line and curvature is maintained to specifications when fixing
tiles to archways
3.6 Grout is mixed and applied to joints and tile surface is finished
to specifications
4. Clean up
4.2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
Variables Range
Occupational Health and May include but are not limited to:
Safety (OHS)  protective clothing and equipment
Safe operating May include, but not be limited to:
procedures  the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
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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 and the public
Tools and Equipment May include, but not be limited to:
 tile cutters and scribes, hammers, saws,
 wet and dry diamond saws, power drills, power leads,
 cement sheet cutters, measuring tapes/rules, straight edges,
 leveling equipment, string lines, brushes, wire brushes,
brooms, sanding blocks, scrapers, shovels,
 wooden floats, trowels, spatulas, shovels, wheelbarrows,
spacers/wedges, squares, buckets,
 mortar boards, sponges, rags, rubber mallets, lump
hammers, ladders, hose and water sprays,
 caulking guns, nippers, squeegees, pointed grouters and
templates
 may include concrete mixers, power sanders, power
grinders and masonry drill bits
Materials May include, but not be limited to::
 tiles, adhesives, cement mortar (with and without additives),
 caulking compound and grout
Curve templates  May be made from plywood, hardboard or sheet metal
Types of tiles May include, but not be limited to:
 ceramic,
 marble,
 stone,
 granite,
 terrazzo
 PVC Tile
 cement
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 Tiles may be fixed by adhesives, cement mortar and cement
mortar with adhesive additive
 Release agents on concrete tilt-up slabs are to be removed
prior to tiling
Wall surfaces May include, but not be limited to:
 fiber cement sheet,
 brickwork,
 block work,
 concrete,
 timber,
 rendered surfaces
 approved waterproof surfaces
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of Competence to
Safety regulations applicable to work place operations
 Carry out correct procedures prior to and during the
application of the construction processes
equipment
 Perform specified finish of surfaces ready for tiling
 Communicate Interactively with others to ensure safe and
 Tile curved wall and floor surfaces
 Tile circular columns, walls and arches
 Apply workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Draw and interpret Plans, drawings and specifications
 Perform measurement and calculations
Required Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of
limitations
 Techniques for setting out and fixing tiles to curved surfaces
 Tiling materials (including tiles, adhesives, mortar, grouting
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techniques, applications, limitations and finishing)
 Material Safety Data Sheets and hazards associated with
solvents, adhesives and cement/epoxy based grouts
waste management
 Measurement and calculations
Required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Tile curve wall and floor surfaces
 Tile circular columns, walls and arches
 Draw and interpret Plans, drawings and specifications
 Perform measurement and calculations
 Communicate Interactively
materials
Method of Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
work place setting and should be assessed in conjunction with
other relevant units in this occupation

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction work Level III
Unit Title Install Tile regular and irregular roofs
Unit description This unit of competency covers skill , knowledge and attitude to
requires to install regular and irregular roof tiles

1. prepare Plan
requirements and operational details are obtained for relevant
information, confirmed and applied for the scope of work
performed.
1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance
with safety plans and policies.
1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and
implemented.
commencement.
1.5. Materials quantity requirements are calculated in
accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements.
ready for use.
1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project
in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and
legislative authority obligations and applied.
2.1. Fall arrest system is installed to roof perimeter following
2. Prepare roof face.
regulations and workplace requirements.
2.2. Elevator is assembled and operated in accordance with
manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures.
2.3. Roof surface and structure are checked for stability and safe
access to roof for tile installation.
2.4. Roof surface is set out and marked to manufacturer
recommendations for specified tile and job specifications.
2.5 Tiles are loaded onto roof, supported and evenly distributed
3. Cut and fix battens. 3.1. Battens are measured and cut using approved work methods
and required personal protective equipment.
3.2. Battens are fixed using selected fasteners at specified centres
according to manufacturer recommendations.
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3.3. Completed work is checked for correct alignment and fixing.
4. Install tiles. 4.1 Tiles are loaded onto roof, supported and evenly distributed.
4.2 Roof tiles are spread, cut, secured and installed to
manufacturer specifications.
4.3 Roof tiles are bedded using correct mortar mix, maintaining
alignment.
4.4 Roof tiles are pointed with mortar to a flush, smooth finish in
accordance with job specifications and are installed to
4.5 manufacturer specifications. Roof tiles are spread, cut, secured
and installed to manufacturer specifications.
4.6 Hip and ridge tiles are bedded using correct mortar mix,
maintaining alignment.
4.7 Valley, hips, ridges, flexible point plus acrylic finishes
and gables are pointed with like-colour mortar to a flush,
smooth finish in accordance with job specifications.
5. Tile roof Openings 5. 1 Opening surrounds are checked for soakers and flashings, and
and lay back prepared for tiles.
surfaces and/or 5. 2 Surrounds and weatherproofing are tiled to job specifications.
5. 3 Tiles are spread and secured to steep and vertical surfaces, by
facades.
individual tile fixing to specifications.
6. Clean up 6.1 Roof, guttering and downpipes are cleared free of waste and
surplus material.
6.2. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes
of practice and job specification.
6.3. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturer
recommendations and standard work practices.
Variables Range
Scope of work May include but not limited to:
 preparing a regular roof and an irregular roof for tiling by
sarking and battening; and fixing and finishing tiles,
including their installation, bedding and pointing
 regular roofs include gable, hip, hip and valley, pitch roofs,
skillion, Dutch gable and layback gable
 specifications include tile colour, tile profile, type of bond,
nailing sequence and wind category
 tiles may be interlocking or non-interlocking and conform
to Ethiopian standards
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Swiss, Spanish and French
 types of concrete tiles include cement ,shingle (concrete)
 pointing material may be mortar, flexible pointing material
or its equivalent .irregular roofs include roofs constructed
to irregular shaped plans where corners are not right angled
and include Dutch hip, turrets, spires, unequal pitch
surfaces and Cape Cod, mansard, bell cast, pyramid, bed
and point valleys, and steel framed roof trusses
 openings in irregular roofs include chimneys, roof
ventilators, cupolas, dormer windows, two storey inserts,
skylights, pipes and flues
Safety (OHS) May include but not limited to:

 emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires,
organisational first aid requirements and evacuation
 handling activities that may require the assistance of others
or the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where
size, weight or other issues, such as a disability are a factor
 hazard control
 hazardous materials and substances, including cement and
curing agents
 organisational first aid
 PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and
workplace policies and practices
 safe operating procedures, including the conduct of
operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:
 earth leakage boxes
 lighting
 power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and
conduits
 restricted access barriers
 surrounding structures
 traffic control
 trip hazards
 working at heights
 working in proximity to others, work site visitors and the
public
 working safely on roofs
 use of fire fighting equipment
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Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:
 air compressors and hoses
 bedding frames
 blowers
 brooms
 buckets
 calculators
 chalk lines
 chisels
 concrete mixers
 elevators
 fall safety devices
 gutter protectors
 hammers
 hand saws
 high pressure water cleaners
 ladders
 measuring tapes and rules
 nail bags
Materials: May include but not limited to:
 adhesives
 concrete and terrazzo tiles
 fastenings and other mechanical fixings
 flashings
 mortar
 sarking materials
 timber and metal battens
 may include:
 flexible pointing materials
 lead
 shingles
 slate
Other hand manufactured products
Quality requirements May include but not limited to:
 Ethiopian standards
 internal company quality policy and standards
 manufacturer specifications
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Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  locate, interpret and apply of relevant information, standards and
specifications
 comply with site safety plan and OHS legislation, regulations
and codes of practice applicable to workplace operations
 comply with organisational policies and procedures, including
 safely and effectively use tools, plant and equipment
 communicate and work effectively and safely with others
 as a minimum, tile 45 square metres of a roof frame,
incorporating a 1.5m hip, a 1.5m valley, a 1.5m gable and a
1.5m top ridge, including the appropriate sarking, battens, tile
cutting, bedding and pointing, ensuring:
 correct identification of requirement and installation and
finishing of the tiles
 correct selection and use of appropriate processes, tools and
equipment
 Completing all work to specification.
Knowledge and  Irregular and regular roofs and tiling considerations
Attitudes  job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements
 material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 materials storage and environmentally friendly waste
management
 measuring and marking
 plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 quality requirements
 roof construction systems and structures and tiling
considerations
 roof tiling techniques and procedures
 Workplace and equipment safety requirements.
Required Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 determine requirements

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 Set out roof tiling work
 Cut tiles as required
 Fix roof tiles
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Observation / Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Assessment place setting.

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Occupational Standard :Finishing Construction work Level III
Unit Title Carry out Mosaic and Decorative Tile
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitude
required to install mosaic and decorative tiling work.

and applied
1.2. Occupational health and safety requirements are
followed in accordance with safety plans and policies
implemented
commencement
1.5. 1.5 Material quantity requirements are calculated in
ready for use
1.7. Environmental protection requirements are identified for
2. Prepare substrate 2.1. Substrate surfaces are prepared for application of render
2.2. Render is mixed to specification
2.3. Substrate surfaces are rendered to specified thickness,
standard and finish
2.4. Surface is cleaned free of contaminants and loose material
ready for tile application
2.5. Location of tiles is set out or marked directly onto the surface
in accordance with job drawings and specification
3. Fix tiles and mosaic 3.1 Prepared mosaic sheets or tiles are marked to identify the
to irregular surfaces section of application
3.2 Appropriate fixing medium is selected to ensure light colored
tiles not darkened
3.3 Fixing medium is applied to substrate and mosaic sheets or
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maintaining alignment to set out lines and face surface of tiles,
to the specified finish
3.4 Mosaic tiles are positioned prior to final set and adjusted to
ensure the specified mosaic lines and spaces are consistent
3.5 Surface is finished so that the face of tiles are flush and the
surface flat Adhesive/mortar is applied to set out area
3.6 Wall tiles are laid from a selected position to ensure correct set
out
3.7 Floor tiles are set out and laid from the centre, if necessary, to
even set out
3.8 Border tiles are laid and adjusted to suit set out
3.9 Surface is finished in accordance with job specifications
4. Fix mosaic to curved 4.1 Tiles are set out to determine design balance and to identify
surfaces and circular any cutting requirement
column 4.2 Template is made to form the finished curve of the tiled
surface
4.3 Tile laying method is determined, and the location of the first
tile is identified
4.4 Substrate surfaces are rendered to specified thickness and
finished to prepared template
4.5 Mortar and/or adhesive is prepared to manufacturers’
specifications
4.6 Tiles are fixed level, plumb, flush and square in accordance
with specifications
4.7 Horizontally laid tiles are set out to grid with perimeter tiles,
marked and cut to fit curve lines
4.8 Mosaic sheet or tiles are fixed to column maintaining an even
spacing
5. Clean up 5. 1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
5. 2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
6. Fix mosaic to a 6.1. Surface is prepared and cleaned for render application
circular column 6.2. Template is prepared for the diameter profile of column
6.3. Render is mixed to specifications
6.4. Render is applied to specified thickness and finished to
prepared template
6.5. Template is prepared for diameter profile of finished tiled
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face
6.6. Mosaic sheet or tiles are fixed to column maintaining an
even spacing an
Variables Range
Occupational Health and May include but not limited to:
Safety (OHS)  protective clothing and equipment,
 use of tools and equipment,
 are to include tiles, mosaic sheet,tiles,pattern, paper faced
mosaic, adhesives, cement mortar (with and without
additives), paper, caulking compound and grout
Environmental May include but not limited to:
Protection Requirement  is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and
workplace policies and practices
Safe operating May include but not limited to:
procedures  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 and the public
Surfaces May include but not limited to:
 flat horizontal,
 flat vertical,
 curved horizontal,
 curved vertical and circular
 fiber cement sheet,
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 block work,
 concrete walls,
 timber,
approved waterproof surfaces
Tiles May include but not limited to:
 may be ceramic, marble, stone, granite, terrazzo, cement,
PVC, porcelain or profile glass
 may be fixed by adhesives, cement mortar and cement
mortar with adhesive
 Tile Cutters And Scribes,
 Measuring Tapes/Rules,
 Straight Edges,
 Leveling Equipment,
 String Lines Scrapers,
 Shovels,
 Wooden Floats,
 Trowels,
 Spacers/Wedges,
 Squares,
 Buckets,
 Power Drills,
 Sponges, Rags,
 Rubber Mallets,
 Lump Hammers,
 Caulking Guns,
 Nippers,
 Squeegees And Pointed Grouters
 Concrete Mixers
 Masonry Drill Bits
Client May include but not limited to:
 builder,
 an architect,
 an interior designer or a customer
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must Demonstrate skills and knowledge of Competence to:
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 Correct procedures carried out prior to and during the
 Demonstrate safe and effective operational use of tools
band equipment
 Particular attention given to specified finish of surfaces
ready for tiling
 Workplace and equipment safety requirements - Quality
requirements
 Interactive communication with others to ensure safe and
effective workplace operations Planned work
 Prepared pattern and materials for tiling
 Formed decorative design
 Prepared substrate
 Fixed tiles
 Grouted tiles
 Described and used General Construction terminology
 Drawn and interpreted plans, drawings and specifications
Required Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge
limitations
 Mosaic tiling methods and set out procedures
 Mosaic tiling materials (including tiles, adhesives, mortar,
grouting and substrates, their characteristics, preparation,
methods, application and finishing)
waste management
Required Skills  Plan work and Set up materials
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 Fix mosaic and tiles to a circular column
 Grout tile face
materials
Method of Assessment Competence may be assessed through
Context of Assessment  Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a
simulated work place setting
 The unit of competence should be assessed in conjunction
with other relevant units in this occupation

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction works Level III
Unit Title Install Pre-cast Decorative Molding
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, skills and attitudes required to fix
pre-cast molded archways, plaster paneled ceiling; and fix
ornamental moldings.

1.Plan and prepare 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications,
quality requirements and operational details are obtained,
1.2. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with
implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
commencement
ready for use
1.7. Environmental protection requirements are identified
for the project in accordance with environmental plans and
2.Prepare work area 2.1Work area and substrate are prepared for installation of pre-
cast moldings to plans/specifications
2.2 Substrate is checked for conformance in accordance with
the relevant Standard
3.Fix and install pre-cast 3.1 Plasterboard wall sheets are confirmed to be in accordance
Molded archways with plans/specifications
3.2 Archway profile is set out and cut to architect’s drawings
and specifications
3.3 Timber arch soffit templates are cut and fixed to position
3.4 Infill decorative molding is fixed to arch sophist and reveals
of opening
3.5 Arch is stopped in accordance with job specifications and
required level of finish
4.Install plaster paneled 4.1 Ceiling battens are positioned and spaced for cornice
ceiling margins and flush mounted panels
4.2 Panels are located on ceiling, leveled, lined up and fastened
into position in accordance with the approved specification
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4.3 Jointing is finished to specification
5.install ornamental 5.1 Decorative moldings are measured and cut to specification
moldings 5.2 Decorative moldings are fixed by fastening or bonding with
adhesive, straight and level to architect’s specifications
5.3 Decorative moldings are finished including straight
stopping and finishing mitres to specification
6.Clean up 6.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and standard work practices
Variables Range
Occupation Health and May include but not limited to:
Safety  protective clothing and equipment,
 workplace environment and safety, handling of materials,
use of firefighting equipment,
Safe operating procedures May include but not limited to:
 the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
associated with manual handling, lighting, trip hazards,
working with hazardous materials, traffic control, working
at heights, working in proximity to others, worksite
visitors and the public
Tools and equipment May include but are not limited to:
 measuring tapes/rules, spirit levels, squares, trowels,
floats, brushes, screed boards, scaffolding,
 straight edges, grinders, concrete mixers, mortar boards
and stands, shovels, wheelbarrows, hawks,
 joint rules, small tools, plumb bobs and mason’s squares
 acrylic or styrene/acryl ate coatings, cement render or
other proprietary texture coat finish products
Environmental protection May include but not limited to:
 Is to include prescribed under
legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace
policies and practices
Substrates May include but not limited to:
 timber and steel framing,
 concrete walls and ceilings,
 masonry walls and plaster/board surfaces
Decorative moldings May include but not limited to:
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are to include any three of panels, arches, corbels, be lection
moulds, roses and motifs
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of competenceto:
Competence  Fixed and stopped pre-cast molded archways and plaster
paneled ceiling
 Fixed ornamental moldings
 Applied workplace and equipment safety and quality
requirements :
 Described and applied plastering and wall and ceiling
terminology
Required Knowledge and Demonstrate knowledge of
 - Plastering and wall and ceiling terminology
 The type, characteristics, uses and limitation of pre-cast
decorative molding installation materials
 Pre-cast decorative molding installation tools and
equipment types, characteristics, uses and limitations
 Pre-cast decorative molding measuring, cutting,
placement, stopping and finishing techniques
 Processes for the calculation of material requirements -
Material Safety Data Sheets
waste management
Demonstrate skills
Required Skills  Planning and preparing work area for application
processes
 Fixing and stopping pre-cast molded archways and plaster
paneled ceiling
 Fixing ornamental moldings
materials

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Occupational Standard: Structural Construction Work III
Unit Title Apply Gypsum Finishing Work
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to cover the
installation and product gypsum board based on the follow basement
procedure follows and understanding from preparation to the finishing
the works of gypsum boards.

1. Prepare Plan 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
requirements and operational details are obtained from relevant
information, confirmed and applied for planning and preparation
purposes.
1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies.
implemented.
1.4. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks are consistent
1.5. Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with
plans, specifications and quality requirements.
2. preparation of 2.1. The area is set up for prepared material to produce gypsum board.
production center 2.2. The area is set up for equipment and tools preparation.
2.3. Ventilation is demonstrated properly in the production room
accordance to ASTM C1047, and Nails for gypsum board ASTM
C514, F547, F1667standard.
3. Produce gypsum 3.1. calculating and measuring all materials used to produced
board gypsum board
3.2. prepared the mold based on the patter of gypsum boards and
frames.
3.3. gypsum board is mixed to designed proportions color and non-
color correctly applied to produce with manufacture specification
and guiding based on ASTM standard
3.4. the gypsum board and frame can be produced by Clear and
neatness accordance’s to design and manufacture specifications
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reference.
4. Smooth, rough and 4.1 smooth and rough the surface of gypsum board and frames are based
test the surface of on the accordance of specification.
gypsum board and 4.2 test the gypsum board and framed production are covered by the
framework. strength standard.
5. install and fix of 5. 1 gypsum board and frames worked handling system referred to
gypsum board and the standards of ASTM and other standards
framework 5. 2 properly installed and fixed of gypsum board worked location
according to design drawing
5. 3 Specified the gypsum board, frames, ceiling, and false column
worked are located accurately to pattern of the install systems.
6. finishing of 6.1. the complexes pattern of gypsum board surfaces for decorative
gypsum board purposes are seriously finished.
6.2. Finishing techniques are applied, including floats and other suitable
finishes.
6.3. the decorative finishes, including paint are applied using a range of
tools and techniques.
7. Clean up and store 7.1. Different effect painting equipment and spray-painting equipment
equipment. are pull to pieces, cleaned, maintained and stored.
7.2. Waste and unwanted materials are removed and placed into job
waste holders and effective manner in accordance with sound work
practices compliant with environmental requirements.
7.3. Idle materials are closed, stored/stacked in accordance with
standard material handling practices.
7.4. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and
job specification.
7.5. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored
in accordance with manufacturer specifications and/or standard
work practices.
Variable Range
Information May include, but are not limited to:
 diagrams or sketches
 instructions issued by authorised organisational or external
personnel
 manufacturer specifications, standard reference instructions,

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where specified
 relevant ASTM standard
 memos
 regulatory and legislative requirements relating to the
application of advanced decorative of gypsum board and frame
works
 safe work procedures relating to the application of advanced
gypsum board works.
 signage
 work bulletins
Planning and May include, but are not limited to
preparation  assessment of conditions and hazards
 determination of work requirements and safety plans and
policies
 equipment defect identification
 work site inspection.
Safety (OHS) May include, but are not limited to:
organizational first aid requirements and evacuation
 handling activities that may require the assistance of others or
the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size,
weight or other issues, such as a disability are a factor
 PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace
 safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational
risk assessment and treatments associated with:
 electrical and fire and/or explosion from combustible materials
conduits
 Workplace environmental requirements and safety.
Tools and equipment May include, but are not limited to:
 brushes
 compressors
 planks
 rollers
 sanders
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 spray equipment
 stepladders
 trestles
 vacuum cleaners
 float
Materials May include, but are not limited to:
 clear finishes
 fillers
 linseed oil
 oil-based products
 stumbling mediums
 strainers
 turbine dryers
 Water-based products.
Quality requirements May include, but are not limited to:
 manufacturer specifications, where specified
 relevant regulations, including Ethiopian standards
 Workplace operations and procedures.
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects Demonstrates skills and knowledge in:
of competence  locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 safely and effectively operate and use tools, plant and equipment
 install and produce of a multi gypsum board and frames
 dispose of all paint types in an environmentally sustainable way
compliant with relevant local legislation and regulations
 clean and store painting equipment using environmentally sustainable
methods and work practices including waste reticulation systems.
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge  install and produce gypsum board decorative finishes.
and Attitudes  decoration materials and application techniques
 gypsum board materials and application techniques
 job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements
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 solid waste and paint sludge disposal techniques and relevant legislation,
including Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) and local Council
regulations
 types of gypsum board, including the characteristics and uses of
materials to produce gypsumboard.
Underpinning Demonstrates skills in:
Skills  communication skills to:
 determine requirements materials
 enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm
requirements, share information, listen and understand
 understanding/followed instructions
 read and interpret:
 drawings and specifications
 identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any faults in tools, equipm
or materials
 organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work
 recognising procedures, following instructions, responding to change and contributing t
workplace responsibilities, such as current work site environmental and sustainability
frameworks or management systems.
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work
Implication areas; materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and
OHS practices.
Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview /Written Test /Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place/demonstration
Assessment

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Occupational Standard : Finishing Construction Works Level III
Unit Title Apply Quartz paint
Unit Descriptor This unit covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required to prepare,
mix and apply different color types of quartz paint.

1. Plan and prepare
1.1. and Material safety data

2. mix quartz 2.1 Surrounding surfaces not to be painted are protected by drop
painting materials sheets, masking or removal of objects
2.2 Materials for specified quartz paint finish are mixed to
designed proportion and consistency in accordance with
2.3 The different color types of quartz paints are thoroughly
stirred using separate stirring sticks
2.4 Prepare the paint in large container where possible and mix
very well with triangular spoon
2.5 Mix properly using manually and mechanically.
Correct amounts of quartz paint material are prepared to
specified ratio with specified drying time in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and specifications
3. Apply and 3.1. Apply different quartz paint tool combination is selected for
rendering quartz specified surface profile, size of area, type of paint, finish
paint specified, level of opacity, texture and shine in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and job specifications.
3.2. Apply rendering coat of quartz paint horizontally ,vertically and
circular finish
3.3. Apply one coat of wall primer on the surface and add 10% of
paint which has the same color with the quartz and mix with
mega primer to get the same color background.
3.4. Finished paint surface is cured using curing method & tested
using testing procedures in accordance with manufacturers’
3.5. Apply the different color type of quartz paints as external finish
and as internal decorative finish.
3.6. Apply the paint at room temperature and when the wall is out of
reach of direct sun light.
4. Clean up 4.1 Painting tools and equipment are cleaned with correct
solutions without damage , checked , maintained , stored safely
& effectively to manufacturers’ specifications and standard
work practices
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spoon with wet brush and sponge automatically after work
before the paint dry on it
4.4 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in
Variables Range
Tools and Equipment May include but not limited to
 Mechanical hand aided paint mixer
 Paint stirrers, drop sheets,
 Metal and plastic trowel, floats, triangular spoon ,brush and
sponge.
 Paint pots/buckets, large containers , roller frames and may
include scrapers,
removal equipment, wire brushes,
Work platforms may include but are not limited to
 Step ladders, trestles, planks,
 Hop-ups, aluminum mobile scaffold,
 Scissor-lifts and elevated work platforms
Manually  Manually mix the paint with hand covered with a glove.
Environmental Environmental protection are to include but are not limited to
protection  waste management and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
operations
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 The minimum application of paint by brush , roller, spray and
mechanical hand aided paint mixer including:
 four different applications
 minimum of three different surface types
and Attitudes  plan and prepare the work area and materials
 identify the different color types of quartz paint and method of
mixing
 identify application of the different types of quartz paint
Techniques
Demonstrate the skill on
Required Skills
 plan and prepare
 Prepare work area
 mix quartz painting materials manually with hand covered with
glove and mechanically with mechanical hand aided mixer
 apply paint with brush, roller & spray
 clean up of the tools and equipments
Resource
Implications  Tools, equipments and facilities appropriate to processes or
activity
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any
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Unit Title Apply Decorative texture coat Paint Finishing
Unit Descriptor This unit competence covers skills, knowledge and attitude required
to apply decorative paint and texture coat paint finishes.

1.1. OHS requirements are to be in accordance with
1. Plan and prepare
legislation/regulations/codes of practice, organizational safety
policies and procedures and project safety plan.
applied
1.3. Safe operating procedure requirements are followed in
implemented
commencement
2. Prepare materials 2.1. Area is set up for application processes to suit surfaces to be
painted Measures are taken to ensure application area remains
and surface
free of dust and foreign matter
2.2. Adjoining surfaces to application area are protected by masking
off or covering prior to application of decorative paint finishing
materials
2.3. Ventilation is provided in application area to maintain safety of
self and others
2.4. Fittings are checked for function and security prior to use in
2.5. Texture coat paint is mixed and adjusted to allow for application
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process in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and
plans/specification
2.6. Surface imperfections are stopped, filled /puttied and sanded to a
smooth finish -ready for painting in accordance with
3.1 Paint viscosity is adjusted to suit climatic conditions and method
3. Apply mirror
of application in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
paint finish and
and/or job specifications
texture coat by
3.2 Prime and intermediate coats are applied to specifications,
brush and roller
allowed to dry thoroughly and sanded to a smooth, even finish
3.3 Final coat is applied without imperfections, flowing out to an
even, smooth finish
3.4 Application equipment is used in accordance with manufacturers’
3.5 Texture coat paint is applied to surface using correct application
technique to achieve an even finish with opacity and sheen level
in accordance with the job specification
3.6 Defects in coating are identified and corrective action taken to
achieve the required finish in accordance with the job
specification
4.1 Ground coat to specified color and consistency is applied evenly
4. Apply broken
to prepared surface
color effects
4.2 Scramble glaze is applied to prepared ground and desired broken
and texture
color effect is produced to match sample in accordance with
coat by spray
manufacturers’ specifications and/or job specifications
4.3 Clear coating is applied to achieve an even finish to specified
sheen level in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
4.4 Spray equipment is operated to standard operating procedures in
4.5 Texture coat paint is applied to surface using correct application
technique to achieve an even finish with opacity and sheen level
in accordance with the job specification
4.6 Defects in coating are identified and corrective action taken to
achieve the required paint finish in accordance with the job
specification
5. Produce imitation
to prepared surface
marble effects
5.2 Marbling medium is mixed to designed proportions and color
and correctly applied to produce veins and markings as per
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sample in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and/or
job specifications
6. Produce imitation
to prepared surface
wood grain
6.2 Wood graining medium is mixed to designed proportions and
effects
color and correctly applied to produce grain markings as per
sample and in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
6.3 Specific highlights are added to match sample of decorative paint
finishing materials in accordance with manufacturers’
specifications and/or job specifications
7.1 Stencil design is selected and laid out onto recommended
7. Apply stencils
material.
7.2 Specified transfer method is used and design cut accurately for
multiple colors using a ‘register’ mark
7.3 Initial stencil is placed and taped to designed location and paint
is applied to produce first color to specifications
7.4 Subsequent stencils are located accurately to pattern with each
separate color applied to specifications to produce designed
finish in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and/or
job specifications
8.1 Lining work is selected and set out to designed effect on
8. Apply lining by
prepared surface to specifications
brush
8.2 Paint materials, applicators and brush ware are identified and
selected in accordance with suitability of use for lining
application and job specifications
8.3 Specified application techniques are applied to produce designed
lining work effects and finish in accordance with manufacturers’
specifications and/or job specifications
9.1 Special effect painting equipment and spray painting equipment
9. Clean up and
are dismantled, cleaned, maintained and stored
store equipment
9.2 Waste and unwanted materials are removed and placed into job
waste bins or rubbish stockpile in a safe and effective manner in
accordance with sound work practices compliant with
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environmental protection requirements
with standard material handling practices and techniques and
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and/or
Variables Range
and Safety  protective clothing and equipment,
 confined work areas, manual handling, falling objects,
electrical and fire,
 explosion from combustible materials, traffic control,
working at heights,
 working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the
public
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
practices
Emergency procedures related to operations are to include but may
Safe operating May include but not limited to:
procedures  operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:
 solvents, lead, chemicals, fumes/gases,
 confined work areas, manual handling, falling objects,
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 electrical and fire and/or explosion from combustible
materials, traffic control, working at heights,
 working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the
public
 Brushes, rollers, spray equipment, sanders, scrapers,
 vacuum cleaners, compressors, trestles, planks,
 Stepladders and mobile scaffold.
Materials may include :
 oil-based products, water-based products,
 clear finishes, linseed oil, fillers, strainers, stumbling
 mediums, turpentine dryers and manufacturers’ proprietary
products
protections  waste management and clean-up management
Area May include but not limited to:
 calculating of regular and irregular shapes such as:
 rectangles, squares, circles, triangles, trapeziums, cubes,
cones, and pyramids
 cylinders that represent calculations taken in a General
Construction environment
Evidence Guide
Competence  Orientation, interpretation and application of relevant
information, standards and specifications
legislation/regulations/codes of practice applicable to
 Safe and effective operational use of tools ,Communication
and equipment
 Completion, to specification, of the following decorative
finishes:
 a mirror finish to a minimum of a door or standard panel
 a minimum of two broken cooler effects , one marble
graining effect, one wood graining effect on walls & a
standard panel size surface
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applications of the stencil
 the use of lining within a decorative finish
 Decorative painted finishes technology
 Compatibility of surface coatings to substrates
 Imitation wood grain materials and application techniques
 Plan and prepare works
 Prepare application area
 Apply mirror paint finish
 Apply broken color effects
 Produce imitation marble effects
 Produce imitation wood grain effects
 Apply stencils
 Apply lining by brush
 Clean up and store equipment
Resource  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
Implications necessary tools and equipment as well as consumable materials
Certified assessor /Assessor’s panel
Context of  Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a
Assessment simulated work place setting
 The unit of competence should be assessed in conjunction with

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Occupational Standard : Finishing Construction Work Level III
Unit Title Restore and Renovate finishing Works
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge, and attitudes required
to restore finishing work, renovate lettering and monograms.

1 Plan and
prepare
applied
1.2 Occupational health and safety requirements are followed in
1.4 Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with
the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any
faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement
1.5 Run off devices are installed and maintenance processes applied if
appropriate to the task
and applied
2.1 Extent and type of restoration or renovation required are identified
2 Select
by site examination and from plans and specifications
restoration or
2.2 Drawing and/or template of damaged area are prepared to
renovation
profile/molding shape of existing work
method
3.1Appropriate lifting equipment installed and tested to OH&S
3 . Remove
regulations and job requirements.
damaged 3.2 Damaged section accurately and safely cut out to predetermined
structure and dimensions without damage to surrounding stone.
surface 3.3 Waste materials safely lowered and removed from site in accordance
with job and OH&S requirements.
3.4Bedding planes to support replacement stone accurately formed to
minimize size of replacement stone.
6.1. Fibrous plaster cornice, dado and panel mouldings1 are repaired
4 .Fix and
6.2. Moldings are replicated as per job requirement
restore fibrous 6.3.Form and reinforce joints are prepared
plaster 6.4.Internal and external returns and stop ends are formed
components
3.1 Materials are mixed and prepared for use
5 Restore paint
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3.2 Damaged painting work is restored to original condition or
work
specifications in accordance with plans and specifications
3.3 Damaged cement or painting mould work is restored to original
condition in accordance with plans and specifications
3.4 Textured finishes are applied to match original surfaces, details and
alignment
4.1 Surface for renovation is prepared to architect’s specifications
6 Renovate
4.2 Monograms and lettering panels are constructed in sand and cement
lettering and
mortar to match detail for restorations
monograms
4.3 Materials are applied to fine finish, with sharp arises, square returns
too specialized
and plumb/level to requirements or job drawings
5.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in
7 Clean up
accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and job
specification
5.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in
accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and standard
work practices
Variables Range
Occupational May include but not be limited to:
Health and Safety  use of tools and equipment,
(OHS)  workplace environment and safety,
Restoration May include but not be limited to:
 lime mortar or cement render surface
 straight or curved walls,
 straight or curved ceilings,
 chimneys and archways
Renovation May include but not be limited to:
 lettering
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Materials May include but not be limited to:
 corner beads, casing beads, render,
 setting coats mix composition (including additives, like
plasticizers, color and waterproofing agents),
 sand, lime, lime putty, painting compounds and finish coat
 tiles, adhesives, cement mortar (with and without additives),
caulking compound and grout
 Components and equipment relating to :
 Types
 Quantity
 quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist:
 casting plasters
 reinforcing material
 timber and fixings
 hand and/or powered tools
Tools and May include but not be limited to:
equipment  measuring tapes/rules, spirit levels, squares, trowels, floats,
brushes, screed boards, straight edges, grinders,
 mortar boards and stands, shovels, wheelbarrows, hawks, joint
rules, small tools, plumb bobs,
 mason’s squares, buckets, sieves, power leads, hammers, tin
snips, and may include wood saws,
 metal files, concrete mixers and scaffolding
May include but is not limited to:
Lifting equipment
 gin poles, shear legs, mechanical hoists, elevating work platforms
 Other means of raising stone include: • forklifts • cranes
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of Competence to:
Competence  Planned and prepared work area
 Selected restoration or renovation method
 Restored painting work
 Renovated lettering and monograms too specialized
 Applied workplace and equipment safety and quality
requirements
 Communicated effectively
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 Carried out Correct procedures prior to and during the
 application of the construction processes
 Demonstrated safe and effective operational use of tools and
equipment
 Performed specified finish of surfaces ready for tiling
Required Demonstrate knowledge

 Solid painting terminology
 Painting tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 Solid painting, restoration and renovation techniques - The types,
characteristics, uses and limitations of solid painting materials and
components
Required Skills Demonstrate skills
 Planning and preparing work area
 Selecting restoration or renovation method
 Restoring painting work
 Renovating lettering and monograms too specialized
 Drawing and interpreting plans, drawings and
 Fix and restore fibrous plaster components
 specifications
 Applying workplace and equipment safety and quality
requirements
 Communicating effectively
 The unit of competence should be assessed in conjunction with

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Unit Title Apply stains and clear timber finishes
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence cover skills, knowledge and attitude required
applying stains and clear timber finishes for protective and decorative
finish.

1. Plan and prepare. 1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using
relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and
preparation purposes.
1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with
safety plans and policies.
implemented.
1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks, including
work platforms where required are consistent with the
requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults
are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
1.5. Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance
with plans, specifications and quality requirements.
1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in
accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations
and applied.
1.8. 1.Stain color to be applied is matched to previously treated
timber or associated area or item.
2. Prepare materials 2.1. Area is set up for application processes to suit application system
and application being used.
area 2.2. Adjoining surfaces to application area are protected by masking
off or covering, prior to application of stains and finishes.
2.3. Adequate ventilation to application area is provided to maintain a
safe environment.
2.4. Measures are taken to ensure application area remains free of
dust and foreign matter.
2.5. Existing stained or finished surfaces for application are stripped
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3. Stain bare timber 3.1. Stain is selected for type of timber allowing for aesthetics and
surface. durability in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and
job specifications.
3.2. Stain is prepared to proportions and consistency in
accordance with manufacturer recommendations and job
specification.
3.3. Application method for the specified surface, area size and
type of finish is selected in accordance with manufacturer
3.4. Stain is applied to bare timber surface to specifications and
manufacturers' instructions.
3.5. Wood filler and putty are selected, mixed, colour matched and
applied to timber in accordance with job specifications.
4. Apply clear 4.1 Coats of selected clear finish are applied to achieve required level
finishes. of opacity, finish and sheen in accordance with manufacturer
4.2 Drying time is allowed between coats in accordance with
manufacturer recommendations and job specifications.
4.3 Clear finish surfaces are cured in accordance with manufacturer
5. Clean up. 5. 1 Unused materials are sealed and stored/stacked in accordance
with standard material handling practices and techniques and
company requirements.
5. 2 Painting tools and equipment are cleaned with correct
solutions and without damage, and stored safely and effectively
to manufacturer specifications.
5. 3 Paint waste, water and solvents used in cleaning painting
equipment are disposed of in an environmentally sustainable
manner and in accordance with relevant legislative requirements.
5. 4 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of
practice and job specification.
Variable Range
Information May include but not limited to:
 diagrams or sketches
personnel
 manufacturer specifications and instructions, where specified

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 MSDS
 memos
 regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to the
application of stains and clear timber finishes
 relevant Australian standards
 safe work procedures relating to the application of stains and
clear timber finishes
 signage
 verbal, written and graphical instructions
 work bulletins
 Work schedules, plans and specifications.
Planning and May include but not limited to:
preparation  assessment of conditions and hazards
policies
 Work site inspection.
 handling activities that may require the assistance of others or
 hazard control
 hazardous materials and substances
 earth leakage boxes
 electrical and fire and/or explosion from combustible
materials
 falling objects
 lighting
 manual handling
 power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and
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 restricted access barriers
 solvents, lead, chemicals, fumes/gases
 surrounding structures
equipment  brush ware
 brushwork accessories
 buckets
 drop sheets
 duster brushes
 filling knives and blades
 hammers
 hand sanders
 heat guns
 mechanical sanders
 nail punches
 paint pots and buckets
 paint stirrers
 putty knives
 roller accessories
 roller frames
 scrapers
 Spray equipment.
Work platforms May include but not limited to:
 stepladders
 trestles
 Planks.
Quality May include but not limited to:

requirements  internal company quality policy and standards
 relevant regulations, including Australian standards
 grain fillers (water, spirit or oil)
 putty
 single pack clear finish
 timber stains (water, spirit, oil or slightly pigmented
varnish/polyurethane)
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 acrylic clear and two pack epoxy clear, shellac, tinting agents
and waxes
 Clear finishes for timber, including lacquers and two pack
polyurethane.
requirements  clean-up management
 dust and noise
 low odour and emissions
 storm water protection
 Waste management.
Application May include but not limited to:
methods  brush
 paint pad (sponge)
 rag
 roller
Application accordance with the relevant Australian standard unless this is
replaced by other authorised job specifications.
Surfaces to be May include but not limited to:
finished/pre-  curved
finished  horizontal
 inclined
 vertical
 building boards, including particle board
 doors
 floors
 in sound or unsound conditions
 medium density fiberboard (MDF)
 natural timber products
 paneling
 ply
 previously coated/treated timber surface
 Stairs.
Finish May include but not limited to:
 flat
 full gloss
 satin

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 Semi-gloss.
Paint waste, water May include but not limited to:
and solvents  use of manual and machine environmentally sustainable
disposal cleaning methods
 cleaning water re-cycling or professional disposal
 solid waste disposal requirements
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge in:
Competence  locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 comply with organisational policies and procedures including
 safely and effectively operate and use tools, plant and
equipment
 apply stains and clear timber finishes (with finishes being to
specification, including in terms of defects, colour, level of
opacity, finish and sheen) which is at a minimum to cover:
 one oil-based stain product
 one water and spirit-based timber stain
 one water-based clear finish
 one oil-based clear finish
 grain filler applications
 putty applications.
 apply at least one stain and one clear finish to two previously
treated timber surfaces with each stain and clear finish
application to be not less than 2 square metres or two lineal
metres in each case
 dispose of all paint and finishes in an environmentally
sustainable way compliant with relevant local legislation and
regulations
 clean and store painting equipment using environmentally
sustainable methods and work practices including waste
reticulation systems.
Knowledge and
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Attitudes  Ethiopian Paint Approval Scheme (APAS) classifications
 basic softwood and hardwood timber technology
 conservation
 conservation areas
 hazards associated with solvents, chemicals and dust
 heritage listed buildings
 job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements
 maintenance, renovation and refurbishment
 material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 materials storage and environmentally sustainable waste
management, including correct disposal of water-based, latex-based
and solvent-based paints and finishes
 new building (residential, commercial and high rise)
 painting and decorating terminology
 responsibilities with regard to:
 restoration
 solid waste and paint sludge disposal techniques and relevant
legislation, including Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)
and local Council regulations
 surface preparation techniques for clear wood finishing
 testing techniques and support materials
 theoretical principles relating to pigmentation and colouring agents,
drying and curing processes and the role of solvents
 types of paints, including the characteristics and uses of paint
materials with various volatile organic compound (VOCs) levels
and alternative and natural paints
 types, properties, uses and limitations of clear timber finishes and
timber stains
 types, uses and limitations of commonly used brushes, rollers and
other applicators
 variances in work carried out within sectors of painting and
decorating industry for:
 communication skills to:
 determine requirements
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 enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to
identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and
understand
 follow instructions
 read and interpret:
 documentation from a variety of sources
 drawings and specifications
 report faults
 use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand
signals
 evaluating own actions and making judgments about performance
and necessary improvements
 identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any
faults in tools, equipment or materials
 organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work
 recognising procedures, following instructions, responding to
change and contributing to workplace responsibilities, such as
current work site environmental and sustainability frameworks or
management systems
 teamwork skills to coordinate own work with others to action tasks
and relate to people from a range of cultural and ethnic
backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities
 technological skills to:
 use a range of mobile technology, such as two-way radio and
mobile phones
 Voice and hand signals to access and understand site-specific
instructions.
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Assessment  Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning

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Unit Title Repair and Maintain Fibrous Plaster works
EIS FCW 3 13 0322
Unit Code
Unit Descriptor This unit contains the location of damaged sections of masonry
structures including lowering and replacing of different
concerned damaged sections plasters

1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Quality Assurance requirements for company’s construction
operations recognized and adhered to
1.2 OH&S requirements for application tasks and workplace
environment recognized and adhered to.
1.3 Material requirements assessed against drawings, work
location and specification
1.4 Appropriate personal protective equipment selected,
correctly fitted and used.
1.5 Tools and equipment selected to carry out processes
consistent with requirements of job and checked for
serviceability
1.6 Safety hazards identified and correct procedures used to
minimize risk to self and other
1.7 Working platform/scaffolding erected in accordance with
OH&S regulations.
2. Locate damaged section 2.1 Damaged section located, clearly identified and confirmed
of masonry structure with architect’s requirements.
2.2 Extent of damaged section and overall dimensions of
replacement stone correctly determined.
3. Remove damaged 3.1Appropriate lifting equipment installed and tested to OH&S
structure regulations and job requirements.
3.2 Damaged section accurately and safely cut out to
predetermined dimensions without damage to surrounding
stone.
3.3 Waste materials safely lowered and removed from site in
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accordance with job and OH&S requirements.
3.4Bedding planes to support replacement stone accurately
formed to minimize size of replacement stone.
4. Select matching 4.1 Color and type, materials and styles of existing complex
components stone components are associated with openings
4.2 Arches, string and plinth courses, straight and curved
walling copings are identified and matched with
replacement stone to architect's specifications
5. Replace components 5.1 Dimensions and profile of replacement components
correctly determined and appropriate templates made.
5.2 Replacement components accurately worked to match
dimensions and profile.
5.3 Replacement components drilled/slotted for dowels/brackets
in accordance with fixing specifications.
5.4 Replacement components correctly handled and raised to
position for placement.
5.5 Components placed, fixed and bedded in location with
adhesive or mortar according to specification.
5.6 Vertical joints filled with mortar or sealant, where
applicable, to specifications.
5.7 Stonework cleaned using dry, liquid or chemical means in
accordance with type of stone lay.
6.Fix and restore fibrous 6.1. Fibrous plaster cornice, dado and panel mouldings1 are
plaster components repaired
6.2. Moldings are replicated as per job requirement
6.3.Form and reinforce joints are prepared
6.4.Internal and external returns and stop ends are formed
7. Clean up 7.1 Area cleared of waste material, equipment and scaffolding.
7.2 Waste and unwanted material disposed of safely.
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Variables Range
Occupational Health and OHS requirements are to be in accordance with legislation and
Safety (OHS) regulations, organizational safety policies and workplace
environment and safety working platforms and scaffolding
procedures, and project safety plan.
This may include :
 protective clothing and equipment,
Materials Components and equipment relating to :
 types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or
specialist: – casting plasters – reinforcing material –
timber and fixings – hand and/or powered tools and
equipment
Lifting equipment May include but is not limited to:
 gin poles, shear legs, mechanical hoists, elevating work
platforms
 Other means of raising stone include: • forklifts • cranes
Stone May include but are not limited to:
 marble, granite, ashlars, sandstone
Tools and Equipment May include but are not limited to:
 measuring tape/rule, hammers, spirit level, squares,
masonry chisels, scaffolding, rollers, power drills
including impact, power grinder, air compressor and
hoses, power leads
 tile cutters and scribes, saws, wet and dry diamond saws,
power drills, power leads, cement sheet cutters,
 straight edges, leveling equipment, string lines, brushes,
wire brushes, brooms, sanding blocks,
 scrapers, shovels, wooden floats, trowels, spatulas,
shovels, wheelbarrows, spacers/wedges, squares,
 buckets, mortar boards, sponges, rags, rubber mallets,
lump hammers, ladders, hose and water sprays,
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hose level
 concrete mixers, power sanders, power grinders and
masonry drill bits
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of  Replaced components
Assessment  Installed lifting/lowering equipment
 Removed damaged structure
 Selected matching components
 Located damaged section of masonry structure
 Demonstrated compliance with Occupational Health and
 Carried out correct procedures prior to and during the
 Demonstrated safe and effective operational use of tools
and equipment
 Performed specified finish of surfaces ready for tiling
 Communicated interactively with others to ensure safe
and effective workplace operations
Underpinning Knowledge  Workplace and equipment safety requirements including
and Attitudes relevant statutory regulations, codes and standards
 Types of stone and characteristics
 Fixing of stone
 Mortar mix composition
 Range of mortar additives including plasticizer/s and/or
application
 Building Code of Ethiopia
 Lifting equipment
 Plant, tools and equipment types,
 Measuring and leveling
 Templates for stonework
 Quality requirements –
 Characteristics, uses and limitations
 Techniques in removing and replacing tiles to walls and
floors
 Tiling materials (including tiles, adhesives, mortar,
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preparation, techniques, applications, limitations and
finishing)
waste management
 Methods of work Application relating to the area of work
and material used, to: – work at height – use hand tools,
power tools and equipment
Underpinning Skills  Replacing components
 Installing lifting/lowering equipment
 Removing damaged structure
 Selecting matching components
 Locating damaged section of masonry structure
 Performing measurement and calculation
 Measuring, marking out, removing, replicating, fitting,
positioning, securing and finishing tiling.
 Using and maintaining hand tools, portable power tools,
and ancillary equipment.
 Repairing of existing fibrous plasterwork – cornice
moldings – dado moldings – panel moldings.
Resource Implications The following resources must be provided:
materials
Context of Assessment  Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a
 The unit of competence should be assessed in
conjunction with other relevant units in this occupation

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Unit Title Apply Plaster by Projection Machine
to apply pre-blended plasters and cement render materials on various
background surfaces using a projection plastering system.

1. Plan and prepare. 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
information, confirmed and applied to the scope of work
performed.
1.2 Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies.
1.3 Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
commencement.
1.4 Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with
1.6 Environmental requirements are identified for the project in
accordance with environmental plans and statutory and legislative
authority obligations and applied.
2. Prepare the work 2.1 Area to receive pre-blended plasters and cement render materials is
determined from plans and specifications.
area.
2.2 Area is masked up and protection for surrounding areas is applied.
2.3 Mixing pump is set up and positioned to suit job requirements.
2.4 Application area is cleared for projection plastering application.
2.5 Barricades and signage are placed to minimize disruption to
application process.
3.1. Mixing pump is operated to manufacturer recommendations
3. Apply pre-
and job requirements.
blended plasters
3.2. . Material is screened to correct thickness in accordance with
and render
specifications.
materials.
3.3. Material is applied using projection plastering techniques to
specifications.
3.4. Required finish is produced on material to job finishes
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schedule.
4. Clean up.
in accordance with legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
and job specification.
4.2 . Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and
Variables Range
 Diagrams or sketches
 Instructions issued by authorised organisational or external
personnel
 Manufacturer specifications and instructions, where specified
msdsmemos
 Regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to the
application of plaster by projection machine
 Relevant Australian standards
 Safe work procedures relating to the application of plaster by
projection machine signage
 Verbal, written and graphical instructions
 Work bulletins
Scope of work: May include, but are not limited to:
 Applications include walls, ceilings, inclined surfaces, sills and
arches
 Substrates for application include block work, concrete,
stonework and cement sheet.
 Emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires,
 Handling activities that may require the assistance of others or
 Hazard control
 Hazardous materials and substances, including cement and
curing agents
 Organisational first aid
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 Safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational
 Earth leakage boxes
 Lighting
 Power cables, including overhead service trays, cables and
conduits
 Restricted access barriers
 Surrounding structures
 Traffic control
 Trip hazards
 Work site visitors and the public
 Working at heights
 Working in confined spaces
 Working in proximity to others
 Use of fire fighting equipment
Tools and May include, but are not limited to:
equipment  Brushes
 Joint rules
 Measuring tapes and rules
 Plumb bobs
 Power leads
 Projection machine and support equipment and tools
 Scaffolding or working platforms
 Small tools
 Spirit levels
 Squares
 Straight edges
 Trowels
 Cement render
 Cleaning materials
 Plaster.
Quality Ethiopian standards
requirements  Internal company quality policy and standards
 Manufacturer specifications
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Environmental May include, but are not limited to:
requirements  Clean-up management
 Dust and noise
 Storm water protection
 Vibration
Statutory and May include, but are not limited to:
regulatory  Federal, state and local authorities administering the applicable
authorities Acts, regulations and codes of practice.
Evidence Guide
Competence  Locate, interpret and apply of relevant information, standards
and specifications
 Comply with site safety plan and OHS legislation, regulations
 Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including
 Safely and effectively use tools, plant and equipment
 Communicate and work effectively and safely with others
 Mix, blend and apply plaster by projection machine to walls
and ceilings to a specified finish
 Mix, blend and apply cement render by projection machine to
walls and ceilings to a specified finish.
Knowledge and  Job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements
Attitudes  Material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 Materials storage and environmentally friendly waste
management
 Plastering terminology
 Projection machine application techniques
 Projection machine equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 Properties, characteristics and limitations of plastering and
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 Determine requirements
 Follow instructions
 Notify completion of work
 Read and interpret:
 Documentation from a variety of sources
 Drawings and specifications
 Report faults
 Use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 Use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand
signals
 Identify and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any
 Mathematical and numeracy skills to apply measurements and
calculations
 Organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out
work
 Teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate
to people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and
with varying physical and mental abilities
 Technological skills to:
 Use a range of mobile technology, such as two-way radio
and mobile phones
 Voice and hand signals to access and understand site-
specific instructions.
Resources The following resources must be provided:
Assessment  Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction Work Level IV
Unit Title Install, Finish Plasterboard and Fibre Cement Sheeting To Arches
to fix and finish plasterboard and fiber cement sheeting to arches.

1. Plan and prepare 1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using
work. relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and
preparation purposes.
1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with
safety plans and policies.
implemented.
any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
with plans and specifications and quality requirements.
and applied.
2. Prepare work 2.1 Work area and substrate are prepared for application of sheeting.
area for installation 2.2 Timber/steel wall framing is checked for straightness and plumb
processes. and any faults are rectified or reported.
2.3 Thermal and acoustic batt insulation for walls and ceilings are
selected to manufacturer specifications (RW rating).
3. Install batt 3.1. Insulation batts are installed firmly between framing member
insulation. and against lining material in accordance with manufacturer
specifications.
3.2. Betts are abutted with closed joints and end of run completed
with bat cut to size and fitted.
3.3. Insulation batts are installed firmly in the wall framing ensuring
clearance of framing to fix plaster sheeting.
3.4. .Batts are installed to ceiling framing to a tight fit ensuring full
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coverage between joists.
4. Fix plasterboard 4.1 Materials are pre-conditioned for the application in accordance
and fiber with the manufacturer specifications.
cement products 4.2 Materials are measured and marked to ensure compliance with
to arches. work requirements and minimal wastage.
4.3 Sheets are cut to fit specified arch locations with clearance to
manufacturer specifications.
4.4 Sheets are fixed to specified arch locations with mechanical
fastenings or combined adhesive/ fasteners to manufacturer
specifications and relevant standards.
4.5 All work is carried out to manufacturer specifications and
relevant Ethiopia standards.
5. Joint and finish 5. 1 Compounds for back blocking and jointing are prepared to
materials. manufacturer specifications.
5. 2 Backblocks are applied to specification.
5. 3 Additional design details and features are identified.
5. 4 Beading is installed to design requirements.
5. 5 Jointing and finishing of plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting
is completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
6. Clean up. 6.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, and codes of
practice and job specification.
6.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and
Variables Range
 Diagrams or sketches
 Instructions issued by authorised organisational or external
personnel
 Manufacturer specifications and instructions, where specified
 Material safety data sheets (MSDS)memos
 Regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to the
installation and finishing of plasterboard and fibre cement
sheeting
 Relevant Ethiopian standards
 Safe work procedures relating to the installation and finishing
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of plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting signage
 Verbal, written and graphical instructions
 Work bulletins
Planning and May include, but are not limited to:
preparation  Assessment of conditions and hazards
 Determination of work requirements and safety plans and
policies
 Equipment defect identification
 Work site inspection.
 Hazard control
 Hazardous materials and substances
 Organisational first aid
 Safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational
 Lighting
 Manual handling
 Noise, dust and ventilation
 Power equipment
 Power sources and cables
 Traffic control
 Trip hazards
 Work site visitors and the public
 Working at heights
 Working in confined spaces
 Working in proximity to others
 Use of fire fighting equipment
 Use of tools and equipment
 Workplace environmental requirements and safety.
Tools and May include, but are not limited to:
equipment  Broad knives
 Cement sheet cutters (electric and hand)
 Electric screw guns
 Hand saws
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 Internal angle taping tools
 Keyhole saws (electric and hand)
 Measuring tapes and rules
 Mechanical finishing tools
 Mixers (electric and hand)
 Paintbrushes
 Plasterboard hammers
 Plasterer's trowels
 Sanding floats (electric and hand)
 Taping knives
 Trestles and scaffold planks
 T-squares.
Quality Ethiopian standards
requirements  Internal company quality policy and standards
 Manufacturer specifications
 Adhesives
 Arch beads
 Base
 Casing beads
 Corner beads
 Fibre cement sheets
 Finishing materials
 Insulation batts
 Perforated paper tape
 Plasterboard
 Shadow line beads.
requirements  Clean-up management
 Dust and noise
 Vibration
Framing May include, but are not limited to:
 Battened masonry surfaces
 Steel framing
 Steel furring channels
 Timber framing
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 Timber or steel battens.
Material application May include, but are not limited to:
 Manufacturer specifications for fibre cement sheeting
 Relevant Ethiopian standard (for plasterboard).
Arches May include, but are not limited to:
 Elliptical
 Gothic
 May include
 Ogees
 Segmental
 Semi-circular
 Three-centred.
Finishing May include, but are not limited to:
 A smooth, flat, scratch and blemish-free surface.
Evidence Guide
Competence  Locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 Comply with site safety plan and OHS legislation, regulations and
codes of practice applicable to workplace operations
 Comply with organisational policies and procedures including
 Safely and effectively operate and use tools, plant and equipment
 Communicate and work effectively and safely with others
Knowledge and  Arch types, options, uses and limitations
Attitudes  Job safety analysis (jsa) and safe work method statements
 Material safety data sheets
 Materials storage and environmentally friendly waste management
 Techniques for fixing materials to steel and timber frames
 Techniques for the application and sanding of topping compound
 Techniques for the handling and mixing plaster bag material
 The types, uses and limitations of materials used in installation and
fixing tasks
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 Wall and ceiling terminology
 Wall and ceiling tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses
and limitations
 Follow instructions
 Read and interpret:
 Documentation from a variety of sources
 Recognize procedures
 Report faults
 Enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to
identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and
understand
 Use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals
 Written skills to record results of checks and tests and relevant
work completion procedures
 Evaluate own actions and make judgments about performance and
necessary improvements
 Identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any
 Organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work
 Respond to change and contribute to workplace responsibilities,
such as current work site environmental and sustainability
frameworks and management systems
 Teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate to
people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with
varying physical and mental abilities
 Technological skills to:
 Use a range of mobile technology, such as two-way radio and
mobile phones
 Voice and hand signals to access and understand site-specific
instructions
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Occupational Standard : Finishing Construction Works Level IV
Unit Title Apply Granite paint
Unit Descriptor This unit covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required to substrate
treatment, apply putty, laid glass fiber grid cloth, apply fine putty,
apply primer and middle paint, apply3 trees and top coat with
different color types of granite paint.

and applied
1.2. OHS are followed in accordance with safety plans and
policies
serviceability
1.4. Any faults are rectified or reported prior to beginning
1.8. Surfaces are prepared by removing unwanted coatings and
loose debris and paint with appropriate granite paint.
1.9. Surface should be clean, dry and free from dirt and grease
1.10. Old painted surface should be cleaned first from all loose paint
and other materials which can affect adhesion
1.11. Materials and substrate treatment surfaces are prepared in
1.12. Job location is checked to ensure provision of adequate
ventilation and precautions are taken to prevent fire and/or
explosion in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and Material safety data.
2. Mix granite painting 2.1 Materials for specified Granite paint finish are mixed to
materials designed proportion and consistency in accordance with
2.2 Correct amounts of Granite paint material are prepared to
specified ratio with specified drying time in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and specifications
2.3 The different color types of Granite paints are thoroughly stirred
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using separate stirring sticks.
2.4 Prepare the paint in large container where possible and mix very
well with triangular spoon.
2.5 Mix properly using manually and mechanically.
3. Apply fine putty 3.1 Know environment requirement temperature higher and lower
limitation.
3.2 Know the application should avoid windy, rainy and snowy day.
3.3 The substrate should be Apply flat without crack and hollowing
3.4 Apply 3trees anti-cracking rough putty
3.5 Before the fine putty was drying, Apply laid glass fiber grid cloth
4. Apply Top coat 4.1 Apply scraping the fine putty with horizontal running rule
4.2 Use scraper knife to clean the surface and remove residues.
4.3 Apply Filling the dividing joint with fine putty, sanding it after
drying
4.4 Apply primary coat with seal the substrate alkali resistance
penetrating
4.5 protect the paint from water after resistance are Apply
5. 5.Clean up 5. 1 Painting tools and equipment are cleaned with correct solutions
without damage , checked , maintained , stored safely &
effectively to manufacturers’ specifications and standard work
practices
5. 2 Unused materials are sealed and stored/stacked in accordance
5. 3 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in
Variables Range
 Scraper
 Wool brush /roller/ sprayer
 Special spray gun
 Metal and plastic trowel, floats, triangular spoon ,brush and
sponge.
 Paint pots/buckets, large containers , roller frames and may
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removal equipment, wire brushes
Manually May include but not limited to:
 Manually mix the paint with hand covered with a glove.
protection  waste management and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
operations.
Required Demonstrate a knowledge of
Knowledge and  plan and prepared the work area and materials
Attitudes  identified the different color types of Granite paint and method
of mixing
 identified application of the different types of Granite paint
Techniques
 Protected the painted doors or windows and other things do not
need paint.
 Applied substrate treatment /Make the base solid, smooth, dry &
clean work area/.
 Applied 3trees anti-cracking rough putty
 Applied laid glass fiber grid cloth
 Applied the scraping fine putty with vertical& horizontal
running rule.
 Applied dividing joint according to the design, cutting with
special tool
 Applied sanding
 Applied primary, middle and top coat paint
 clean up of the tools and equipment’s

Resource
Implications  Tools, equipment’s and facilities appropriate to processes or

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activity
 Drawings, sketches

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction work LEVEL IV
Unit Title Apply Interior Designs and Decorate Spaces
Unit Descriptor This unit competency Covers skill, Knowledge and attitude
required to apply interior design and Decorate interior spaces in
accordance with project briefs.

1. Analyze the 1.1. Applicable OHS, legislative and organizational
project brief requirements relevant to decorating for residential spaces
are verified and complied with
1.2. Project brief is reviewed,
confirmed and clarified with client
1.3. Parameters for the project are assessed and
confirmed
1.4. Resources are selected appropriate
to work requirements and checked
for operational effectiveness
1.5. Communication with others is established and
maintained
1.6. Problems or underlying factors to be addressed by the
project brief are verified
2. Conduct research 2.1. Areas for research are identified
for the design 2.2. Impacts of cultural, social and economic influences and
trends are identified and analyzed
2.3. Ergonomic and anthropometric influences are
identified and analyzed
2.4. Environmental issues are identified and analyzed
2.5. Other relevant information is assessed and used to guide
research
2.6. Design influences are prioritized for relevancy to design
brief
2.7. Collected information is documented
3. Confirm the 3.1. Designer quirements are translated in a manner which
design brief is clear and concise
3.2. Factors affecting the outcome of the project are
documented
3.3. Criteria for assessing and evaluating design concepts are
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3.4. Final design brief out lining all the requirements is
compiled, produced and refined with the client
4. Generate and 4.1. Creative methodologies are used to generate arrange of
decoration decoration concepts and themes
concepts 4.2. Concepts reassessed against the project brief to select
most viable solution
4.3. Concept is presented to client using range of Concept
presentation method
4.4 Ideas are discussed with client and concept is modified
according to feedback
5. Translate 5.1. The elements and principles of design that are
concepts in to derived from the concept are explored
3D decoration 5.2. A range of3-Ddecorationideas are generated from the
ideas concept
5.3. Surface materials,
finishes,andcoloursareexploredandassessedfortheirabilitytoe
xpress the concept
5.4. Furniture ,fixtures ,fittings and accessories are explored
and assessed for their ability to express the concept
5.5. The allocation an derangement of objects with in the space
are explored
5.6. 2-Dand3-Dsketches are developed to document the3-D
space
6. Revise and 6.1. Planning is revised and refined ,and ergonomics
refine solution considered
6.2. Regulatory requirements relating to decoration are
assessed to determine compliance
6.3. Finishes, fittings, fixtures, furniture, materials, and
accessories are selected
6.4. Color scheme is selected to complement this pace and
create the required visual experience
6.5. Environmental aspects of decoration solution are
examined and areas for improved sustainability are
identified and incorporated where possible
6.6. Preliminary drawings are developed
7. Presentdecoratio 7.1. Final presentation is prepared for the client
n solution to 7.2. Final presentation is presented to the client with key features
client and apply and benefits of the solution explained
7.3. Client is engaged to gain feedback on decoration
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7.4. Client feedback and responses analyzed to determine
success in achievingclientsatisfaction
7.5. Own performance in the design process is examined to
identify strengths and weaknesses
7.6. Are as forum provident are identified
7.7. Decorative interior design works are applied in
accordance with the clients interest
Variables Range
OHS requirements May include

 Are to be in accordance with Common wealth, State or
Territory legislation and regulations, organizational safety
policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be
limited to these of personal protective equipment and
clothing ,firefighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard
and risk control and elimination of hazard ousmaterials and
substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Legislative May include but not be limited
 Are to be in accordance with applicablelegislationfrom all
requirements
levels of governmentthataffectorganizational operation.
Requirements may include but not be limited to
awardandenterpriseagreements,industrialrelations,australianst
andards, confidentiality and privacy,OHS, the environment,
equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant in dusty
codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
Organizational May include but not be limited to
 legal, organizational and site guidelines, policies and
requirements
procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality
assurance, procedure AL manuals, quality and continuous
improvement processes and standards,OHS, emergency and
evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access
and equity principles and practices ,equipment
use,maintenanceandstorage,environmentalmanagement(wasted
isposal,recyclingandre-useguidelines)
Project brief May include but not
 be limited to client need sandobjectives,client aims and
objectives and criteria for evaluation ,milestones,
organizational or personal profiles and aims ,imager
requirements and function, target
market,budget,timeline,consultationrequirements,andcolourre
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quirements
Client May include but not
 Suppliers ,manufacturers, private clients,
Parameters Maycolleagues,retailers
include but not or thepublic
 to scope of brief ,approval to make changes, effectorfeeltrying
to be achieved, functionality (short and long term), budget
restrictions and established timelines
Resources  May include but not be limited to
Computers computer software, design
software,computeraideddrafting(CAD)software,colourboards,s
toryboards,swatches,Pantone matching system (PMS),
journals(directions magazines),artistic equipment and products
and model making equipment
Communication May include but not be limited to
 verbal and non-verbal Language ,constructive
feedback ,active listening, questioning to clarify and
confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and
cooperative language, use of language and concepts
appropriate to individual social and cultural differences,
control of two of voice and body language
Areas for research May include but not be limited to
 similar products and typologies and spaces ,materials, social
and cultural influences, site analysis ,site conditions and
functional requirements
Environmental issues May include but not be limited to
 Use of renewable resources, energy efficiency observation
of resources, recycling, waste ,by -products, emissions and
environmental consciousness/green design
Other information May include but not limited to
 industry codes and symbols, Australian and international
standards and regulations ,historical literature on design styles
and movement, ethical reference material, supplier' material
datasheets ,ergonomic and anthropometric statistic alin
formation ,market research documents ,photographic
reference
Documentation May include but not be limited to

 working notes,
handwrittenrecords,typedinformationandreports,diagrams,sket
ches, tables, matrixes, images and visual essays

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Creative May include but not be limited to
methodologies  brainstorming, word association, imaging, modeling, lateral
thinking and application o fringe of media
Concepts May include but not be limited to
 ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both
ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation
Materials May include but not be limited to
 solid timber(native and imported),manufactured timber
products ,plastic ,metal, alloys ,stones, glass ,textiles, fiber
glass ,foam, cardboard, paper products or another
manipulable substance
Colors May include but not be limited to
 colourprinciples,psychology,fundamentals,coordination,perc
eption,contrast,harmony,effects on space ,formulas and
color wheels
Environmental aspects May include but not limited to

 How the use of raw materials effects the ecology and
environment and how its continued use will affect the area it
has been sourced from, energy consumption in achieving the
material, greenhouse gases created, waste levels ,resource
utilization dram sport effects. Similarly what impact will be
felt by reducing or stopping material from the source
Drawings May include but not be limited to
 Hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed Freeh
and, drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on
computer using cad software packages. These usually contain
project specifications
 May also include but not be limited to elevations,
sections, plans, perspectives
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of The competence is observed through the following aspects:
Competence  Effectively analyze a project brief to determine client
requirements
 Work through the decoration process collecting the
required information
 Effectively establish criteria for the intended solutions to
meet the requirements of the project brief
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spaces to provide the client with creative solutions that
satisfy the project brief
 Visually and verbally present decoration solution
 Effectively apply design elements and principles in
designing for residential space
 Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of
practice and established safe practices and procedures for
designing for residential space
 Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the
work area
Required Demonstrate a knowledge of:
Knowledge  State or territories legislation, regulations, standards
and Attitudes and codes of practice relevant to the full range of
processes for decorating for residential space
 Organizational and site standards, requirements,
policies and procedures for decorating for
residential space
 Ethiopian standards and the building code of Australia
 Environmental protection requirements
 Established communication channels and protocols
 Problem identification and resolution
 Elements and principles of design
 Creativity and artistic relevance
 Ergonomics, anthropometrics ,proxemics and aesthetic
values
 Historical design styles and movements
 Current ethical issues in society affecting designs
 Required Skills Demonstrate the skill on:
 Preparing and presenting research information
 Collecting, organizing and understanding information
 Communicating ideas and information
 Presenting ideas visually
 Accurately recording and maintaining information
relating to the project
 Working and communicating with others to gain
information
 Recognizing and responding to circumstances outside
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 Efficiently and safely contributing to innovative
design process
 Planning own work within the given task parameters
 Maintaining current knowledge of tools and materials
 Maintaining current knowledge of design techniques
 Applying principles and elements of design
 Communicating decoration concepts
 Documenting and transferring information
 Reading, interpreting and following information
onworkspecifications,standardoperatingproceduresand
workinstructions,and other reference material
 Drawing using manual and computer based techniques
 Sequencing operations
 Meeting specifications
 Carrying out work according to OHS practices
Resource Implication The following resources must be provided:
materials
Context of Assessment  Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a
 The unit of competency should be assessed in conjunction
with other relevant units in this occupation.

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Unit Title Install Domestic Glazing
Unit Descriptor This unit competence covers skill, knowledge and attitude required to
install glass domestic windows of various shapes and sizes.

1.1 Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant
purposes.
1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies.
1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks, including work
platforms where required are consistent with the requirements of the
1. Plan and prepare job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported
prior to commencement.
1.5. Materials quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with
1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained,
prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and
applied.
2. Select materials 1.1 types of glass Identified
and prepare area 1.2 domestic glazing components Identified
1.3 Established method and process required for carrying out domestic
glazing
1.4 appropriate materials for task are Obtained
1.5 an opening to receive domestic glazing is Prepared
1.6 ancillary equipment’s / materials for task are Prepared
1.7 any fixtures and fittings that can restrict the glazing work is
Identified and ensured that they are removed and stored ready for
reinstallation
1.8 all areas exposed to debris with appropriate protective coverings are
Protected
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possible from the rest of the site so that they are ready for glazing
work
1.10 opening to be glazed is Measure
3. Carry out a 3.1 Install domestic glazing using linseed oil based putty
domestic glazing 3.2 Install domestic glazing using beading
task
4. Dispose of glazing 4.1 Identify the importance of the safe disposal of glazing materials
materials 4.2 Identify how to dispose of glazing materials safely and how to deal
with different types of dangerous materials used in a domestic glazing
task
4.3 Dispose of unwanted glazing materials according to organizational
standard procedures
Variable Range
requirements  emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires,
 handling activities that may require the assistance of others or the
use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or
other issues, such as a disability are a factor
 hazard control
 earth leakage boxes
 falling objects
 lighting
 manual handling
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 solvents, lead, chemicals, fumes/gases
 surrounding structures
 traffic control
 trip hazards
 work access platforms
 work site visitors and the public
 working at heights
 working in confined spaces
 working in proximity to others, work site visitors and the public
 use of freighting equipment
Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:
 buckets
 drop sheets
 duster brushes
 filling knives and blades
 hammers
 heat guns
 putty knives
 roller accessories
 roller frames
 scrapers
 Spray equipment.
types of glass May include but not limited to
 Toughened glass
 Laminated
 Tinted
 Patterned
 Reflective
 High transmission low Emissivity
 Insulating
glazing components May include but not limited to
 Compatible spacer
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 Glass structural framing or support structure
fixtures and fittings May include but not limited to
 Glass bracket
 Glass connector
 Handle
 Hinge
 Locks
 Sliders
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge in:
Competence  Identify types of glass material and glazing components
 identify fixtures and fittings that can restrict the glazing work
 identify fixing techniques and mechanisms
 identify the importance of the safe disposal of glazing materials
 locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 comply with site safety plan and OHS legislation, regulations and
 apply domestic glazing work

and Attitudes  Identify the types of glazing materials and their uses.
 Fixing techniques and mechanisms
 Identify any fixtures and fittings
 Reading and interpreting engineering specifications
 Install domestic glazing
 Install fixtures and fittings
Resources Implication This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of
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Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in conjunction with any other units
addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling,
drawings using computer aided drafting systems, or other units
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Unit Title Apply Building Code and Standards and Prepare Specifications
prepare specifications using standard forms and apply Building Code
and Standards for finishing construction works.

1.1 Project brief, working drawings, development approval and other
1. Determine
relevant documents are examined to identify the essential
specification
information to be included in the specification
requirements
1.2 Standard specifications are examined to determine suitability for
adaptation to the current project
1.3 Non-standard requirements are developed and where technical
aspects require clarification, advice is sought from specialists
2.1 A site inspection is conducted to establish site layout and
2. Assess nature and
preliminary site-work requirements and site details and features
scope of the work
are recorded
2.2 Specification includes all relevant details at a level necessary to
describe clearly the nature and scope of the work, including
prescriptive and performance requirements
2.3 Research is undertaken to establish appropriate schedules, using
relevant data sources.
2.4 Details are tabulated and cross-referenced to ensure consistency
between the design brief, the working drawings and the
specifications.
2.5 Details in the specification conform to industry codes of practice,
and relevant statutory requirements.
2.6 Information requested from specialists, colleagues and clients is
coordinated and added to the specifications where required.
3.1 Specification clearly identifies the contractual obligations and
3. Prepare
rights of the parties involved.
specification
document 3.2 Specification document is complete, checked thoroughly for
compliance with requirements and edited.
3.3 Specification is presented to the client in the required format and
timeframe
4.1. Relevant performance requirements that apply to medium-rise
4. Access and
building projects are identified based on project plan and
interpret relevant
specification.
code and standard
4.2. Requirements of relevant Building Code of Ethiopia and other
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related building codes that are practice and accepted in Ethiopia
requirements
Deemed-to satisfy provisions are determined.
4.3. Requirements of relevant Ethiopian standards referenced and
applied based on specific project.
4.4. Building Code of Ethiopia accessed and interpreted appropriately
in relation with particular project plan and specification.
4.5. Nature of a building according to use, type of construction and
arrangement is determined in accordance with local and international
codes and standards on construction
Variables Range
Tools and Equipment May include, but are not limited to:
 Computers and appropriate software
 Standard manuals
 Stationery materials
 Drawings
Standard May include, but are not limited to:
specifications  Developed specifications
 Detailed specifications, which address specific components such as
mechanical, structural, electrical or other requirements
 Documentation requirements arising from building information
modeling
 Industry Standard specifications
 Preliminary or outline specifications
Prescriptive and May include, but are not limited to:
Performance  Prescriptive requirements: detail relating to materials and quality of
requirements work, quality assurance, nominated subcontractors, provision of site
access/facilities and costs
 Performance requirements: standards of work, work schedules and
milestones
Data sources May include, but are not limited to:
 Publications and journals
 Computer data files
 Statutes
 Statistical summaries
 Policy statements
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registers.
Contractual May include, but are not limited to:
obligations  Type of tender
 Insurance requirements
 Expected performance levels
 Prescriptive requirements
 Occupational health and safety issues
Medium-rise May include:
 Building codes and standards of Ethiopian
 Buildings which have four to eight story
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Application and interpretation of relevant documentation and codes
 Application of design principles relating to performance of
structural members
 Identification of typical faults and problems and necessary action
taken to rectify
 An ability to conduct a site inspection and identify and record
relevant site details and features
 An understanding of different types of specification and their uses
 Appropriate selection of standard specification documents
 An ability research data sources to determine schedules
 An ability to communicate with clients in order to determine client
requirements
 Application and interpretation of relevant documentation and codes
and accurate application of Building Code of Ethiopia performance
requirements relating to design and construction of a building
 Demonstrated understanding of some assessment methods available
to determine compliance with the Building Code of Ethiopia
Required Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of
 Client requirements
 Document control
 Documentation requirements for specifications
 Enterprise policy relating to specifications
 Industry codes of practice
 Relevant Ethiopian standards
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legislation
 Research sources to determine schedules
 Schedule of rates
 Standard specification documents
 Types of specification and their use
 Attributes:
 Attention to detail
 Teamwork
 Client service
 Basic design principles and the behavior of structures under stress,
strain, compression, bending or combined actions
 Building Code of Ethiopia performance hierarchy
 Definitions and common technical terms or usage specified under
general provisions of Building Code of Ethiopia
 Required Demonstrate skills to
Skills  Determining scope of work and specification requirements
 Preparing specification document
 Presenting specifications to client
 Communication, including liaison with specialists
 Document management
 Identification of specification requirements
 Identifying documentation requirements
 Product/service analysis
 Read, interpret and understand a range of documents including
design briefs, drawings, plans, regulations and codes of practice
 Research and investigation
 Interpreting Ethiopian Code of Standards and Building Codes
 Classifying buildings
 Analyzing and applying a range of solutions to a construction
problem
 Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with necessary

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Unit Title Manage and Supervise Finishing Construction Works
Unit Descriptor This unit competence covers the skill, knowledge and attitude required
to manage and supervise the technical processes, plan and schedule,
allocate resource, monitor finishing works and measure specified
process parameters.

1.1 Technical process requirements are interpreted in terms of
1. Coordinate the
resources and procedures
use of resources
1.2 Schedules and technical resources are confirmed with relevant
personnel
1.3 Process and safety requirements are clarified, where necessary
2.1 SMART Objectives are consistent with and linked to work
2. Plan and schedule
activities in accordance with organizational aims
work activities
2.2 Tasks/work activities to be completed are identified and
prioritized as directed
2.3 Tasks/work activities are broken down into steps in accordance
with set time frames achievable components in accordance with
set time frames
2.4 Resources are allocated as per requirements of the activity
2.5 Schedule of work activities is coordinated with personnel
concerned
4.1 Roles and responsibilities are allocated as required
3. Manage the
process 4.2 Technical process is monitored and guidance provided where
required
4.3 Process parameters are monitored to ensure conformance to
requirements and specifications
4.4 Safety associated with the process, including chemical handling, is
monitored and insured to be followed
4.5 On site communication is supervised and maintained with
reference to relevant organizational standards procedures
4.6 Conduct pre-job meeting and briefings.
4.7 Make all members of the team aware of their roles and
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4.9 Assist team members with training.
4.10Ensure proper safety procedures and policies are followed and
practiced.
4.11Conduct pre-job meeting and briefings.
4. Manage
4.12Make all members of the team aware of their roles and
subordinates and
responsibilities.
equipment
4.13 Supervise team as directed by the project manager
4.14Assist team members with training.
4.15Ensure proper safety procedures and policies are followed and
practiced.
4.16 Perform and record daily maintenance checks.
4.17 Follow manufacturer’s recommendations in care of equipment.
4.18Examine tools and equipment for wear or damage.
4.19Assist subordinates in upgrading their positions based on company
policy, procedure and practices.
4.20Use correct handover procedures with relief.
5. 1 Customer service standards and expectations are clearly
5. 5. Manage
communicated to colleagues staff performance is managed to
delivery of quality
consistently meet the organization’s quality and delivery standards
products and/or
5. 2 Coaching and mentoring are used to assist colleagues to deal
services
with customer service issues
5. 3 Customer service is monitored, adjusted and reviewed in the
workplace to ensure standards are met in accordance with
enterprise policies and procedures
6. Facilitate problem 6.1 Extent, cause and nature are of the problem are defined through
observation, investigation and analytical techniques
resolution
6.2 Knowledge of process improvement and technical systems are
used to assist in the systematic identification and resolution of
process problems
6.3 Preferred option to resolve the problem is recommended and
documented
6.4 facilitate Implementation of the recommended problem resolution
option is facilitated
7.1 The relevant quality control procedures are identified.
7. Ensure
7.2 Site checklists detailing specific items to be inspected at
management of
appropriate stages are utilized and completed.
and compliance
7.3 Industry and organizational quality manuals or procedures are used
with quality
in managing the quality process.
control
7.4 Local Authority inspections are arranged.
procedures
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building work is assessed against construction standards.
7.6 Processes are put in place to supervise on-site work to ensure the
performance of work to industry, regulatory and contractual
standards.
7.7 Contractual quality standards are met.
8.1 Improvements and variations to process are monitored to ensure
8. Monitor process
outcome meets specifications, production schedule and workplace
improvements and
requirements
variations
8.2 Data is collated and analyzed to evaluate the effectiveness of
process improvements or variations
9.1 The project administration processes and preparation for practical
9. Complete project
completion are carried out in accordance with the contract
administration
requirements and company policy.
processes
9.2 The practical completion inspection procedure is identified,
communicated to the client and applied on-site.
9.3 Hand-over procedures are identified and carried out in accordance
with organizational policy.
9.4 Certificates and appropriate client information are provided at
handover, including termite protection and appliance warranties.
9.5 Defects liability items are obtained from clients.
9.6 Defects are rectified and client sign-off is obtained
Variables Range
Occupational Health May include, but are not limited to:
and Safety  Manual handling techniques
 Standard operating procedures
 Personal protective equipment
 Safe materials handling
 Taking of rest breaks
 Ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
 Following marked walkways
 Safe storage of equipment
 Housekeeping
 Reporting accidents and incidents
 Other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
 Internet, related books and related materials
 Technical manuals
SMART May include
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 Specific
 Measurable
 Achievable
 Realistic
 Time bound
Objective May include, but are not limited to:

 Specific
General
Resources May include, but are not limited to:
 Personnel
 Equipment and technology
 Services
 Supplies and materials
 Sources for accessing specialist advice
 Budget
Schedule of work May include, but are not limited to:
activities  Daily and Work-based
 Contractual and Regular
 Confidential
 Disclosure / Non-disclosure
Types and Sources of May include, but are not limited to:
Information  Organizational rules, regulation and guidelines
 Sharing best practice
 Virtual library
 Workplace guidelines
 Recorded documents/history
Process parameters May include, but are not limited to:
 Speed
 RH%
 Efficiency
 Machine utilization
 Production
 Production capacity of machines
 Temperature
 Pressure
 Chemical values
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 Volume
 Quantities
 Ph (BE)
 Concentration
 Viscosity
Briefings/handover May include, but are not limited to:
details  Work inspection
 Location of potential hazards
 Pre-tour safety meetings
 Task Specific - Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
 Register of equipment maintenance
 Assist with supervision of teams
Analytical techniques May include, but are not limited to:

 Brainstorming
 Intuitions/Logic
 Cause and effect diagrams
 Pareto analysis
 SWOT analysis
 Gant chart, Pert CPM and graphs
 Scatter grams
Problem May include, but are not limited to
 Non – routine process and quality problems
 Equipment selection, availability and failure
 Teamwork and work allocation problem
 Safety and emergency situations and incidents
On-site May include, but are not limited to:
communication  Communicating with regulatory authorities and ensuring
 Conformity with the relevant requirements
 Maintaining environmental controls and obligations
 Allocating and managing human recourses
 Applying communication and interpersonal skills to
 Facilitate dispute prevention and resolution
 Dispersal and scheduling of plant and equipment
 Placing orders for supplies or equipment
 Participating in on-site meetings
 Managing expenditures
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Organizational  Building approval conditions
Requirements  Plans and specifications
 Engineer reports
 Safety management plans
 Planning and scheduling
 Wage and taxation requirements
 Contract documents
 Site consultations
Quality control May include, but are not limited to:
Procedures  Quality checklists
 Reviews of plans and specifications with clients
 Checking materials supplied to the site
 Comparing materials against specifications
 Regular on-site progress and quality checks
Project administration May include, but are not limited to:
Processes  Progress payments
 Contract variations
 Determining project progress
 Inspections
 Obtaining required certification
 Defect identification and rectification
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Allocate tasks and roles to relevant personnel
 Manage process and quality control procedures
 Solve problems and monitor process improvements
 Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
 Set objectives
 Planned and scheduled work activities
 Implemented work plans
 Monitored work activities
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Required Knowledge Demonstrates knowledge of:
and Attitudes  Industry, its product and technical processes, equipment and
resources
 Technical and specified process parameters
 Characteristics of raw materials and their properties
 Processing, measurement, matches
 Quality standards and manual handling procedures
 OHS practices, including hazard control measures
 Organization’s strategic plan, policies rules and regulations,
laws and objectives for work unit activities and priorities
 Team work and consultation strategies
 Workplace procedures and reporting and documentation
processes and procedures
 Recording and reporting practices
 Building and construction industry employed contracts and
contract payment system and obligations
 Building and construction industry standards

 Interpret requirements and meet specifications
 Determine schedules and resources
 Match personnel to tasks and roles
 Facilitate problem solving associated with process variations
 Analyze process parameters
 Monitor process requirements and sequence of operations
 Document, assess and transfer information
 Read, interpret and follow information on work specifications,
standard operating procedures and work instructions
 Clarify and check task-related information
 Carry out work according to OHS practices
 Application of contract terms and conditions
 Application of quality processes
 Communications skills to facilitate on-site meetings and dispute
resolution
 Interpersonal skills relevant to the supervision and monitoring
of work processes
 Leading, Planning, Organizing and Coordinating
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 Presentation skills
Resource Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment.
work place setting

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Prepare and Manage Bid /Tender Development for Finishing
Unit Title
Works
to prepare/manage bid/tender documents on projects.
1. Evaluate 1.1 Invitation to tender and instruction to bidders is reviewed and

contract risk analyzed.
1.2 Contract documents pertinent to the project are obtained and
examined in detail.
1.3 Conditions of contract are examined and confirmed in
accordance with legislative and organizational requirements.
1.4 Organization’s current work load is verified to determine the
capacity to meet contract timelines.
1.5 Risk analysis is conducted and the degree of risk in the project is
investigated and established.
1.6 Management team is consulted in relation to likely construction
approach and resources.
1.7 Client is advised of the intention or otherwise to submit a tender
response.
2. Prepare and 2.1 Staffs are allocated to the bid/tender preparation process.
Manage 2.2 Contact made by staff with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain
bid/tender quotations for services or physical resources is supervised.
process 2.3 Development of the pre-tender construction or project schedule is
managed and supervised.
2.4 Preliminary site investigation is undertaken.
3. Manage 3.1 Determining current equipment and materials charge-out rates is

development of monitored.
human and 3.2 Establishment of labor rates for elements of work is monitored
physical costs and managed.
3.3 Project elements are analyzed to ensure they conform to
organizational contracting processes.
3.4 Rates to be applied to elements of the work are arbitrated on, to
ensure these are compared to relevant existing records of costs.
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3.6 Extensions of costs are reviewed and monitored to ensure their
accurate translation into the estimate summary.
3.7 Staffs are monitored as they calculate and extend values for
preliminaries and overheads.
3.8 Staffs are monitored to ensure they are calculating and including
all supplementary costs.
4. Prepare 4.1 Conditions of contract are reviewed and assessed to ensure there
complete is no discrepancy to the tender.
bid/tender 4.2 Subcontractor quotes are reviewed and assessed to ensure there is
documentation no discrepancy to the bid/ tender.
and operating 4.3 Availability of plant and equipment is checked and confirmed.
margins 4.4 Delivery schedules are confirmed and materials suppliers are
followed up.
5. Evaluate bid 5.1 Staff preparation of the schedules which detail the sequence of
documentation work is supervised and managed.
prior to 5.2 Progress of the bid document development is monitored for
submission timeliness and accuracy.
5.3 Documentation is reviewed to ensure the bid document is
finalized in standard industry format for the client.
5.4 Final bid documentation is appraised for completeness and
allocation of critical rates and allowances prior to its submission.
Variable Range
Conditions of May include, but not limited to:
contract  Parties' obligations under contracts
 General conditions of contract
 Contract clauses and intentions
 Liabilities
 Dispute resolution
 Legislative and regulatory requirements
Risk analysis May include, but not limited to:
 Critical incident analysis and reporting
 Risk management practices
 Scheduling and planning for contingencies
 Analysis and revision of data
 Proposing solutions and recovery scenarios
Development of May include, but not limited to:
human and physical  Establishing methods for calculation of standards times
resource costs  Management of material costs and information concerning
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availability
 Evaluation of work practices and industrial relations arrangements
 Development of subcontracting and organizational contracting
arrangements
 Developing and introducing costing methods and systems
Human resource May include, but not limited to:
processes  Establishing personnel review and evaluation processes
 Selection and training of personnel to deal with the tender function
 Performance appraisal
 Management of work practices and staff discipline
 Maintaining accuracy and legitimacy of the tender process
 Legislative and regulatory requirements
Site investigation May include but not limited to:
 Geographical features
 Man power availability
 Resource availability
 Utilities
 Water
 Electricity
 Communication access
Bid documentation May include, but not limited to:
 Legal requirement
 Guarantees
 Past experience
 Financial records
 Priced bill of quantity
 Machineries ownership or lease document
 Head and sub contracts
 Pre-contract documentation
 Form of tender
 Tendering codes of practice and standards
Evidence Guide
Competence  The development of tenders which comprehensively address the
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 Evaluate tender/bid document
 Management practices which result in a high level of strategic input
and accuracy
 Effective management of data acquisition from inside and outside
the organization
 Conceptual and strategic problem solving and organization of
resources
 The extent of effective verbal and written communication processes
with owners, senior management, and employees
 Compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, standards
and codes of practice
Knowledge and  Appropriate sector of the construction industry and the nature of the
Attitude contracts upon which its activities are based
 Factors to be considered in assessing the risk inherent in different
types of construction projects
 Financial and business administration principles commensurate
with the needs of the organization
 Human resource practices and the industry's industrial relations
climate and practices
 Relevant government construction codes, standards and regulations
 Socio-economic and political factors which determine the climate
in that sector of the construction industry
 Conceptual and envisage unique solutions to complex problems
and situations
 Prepare and evaluate tender/bid
 Delegating tasks within specific functional guidelines
 Directing the activities of personnel involved in the tender
development process
 Facilitating the implementation of new and more appropriate
information systems
 Interpreting strategic and often ambiguous information and
reaching logical and practical decisions
 Monitoring and overseeing the performance of systems and
individuals involved in the process
 Technological skills to facilitate use of the organization’s software
and office equipment
Resource The following resources should be provided:
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Implications  Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment and materials relevant to the activity/ task
 A suitable work area appropriate to the tendering process
Methods of Competence may be accessed through:
 Observation / Demonstration with oral questioning
 Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and
must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit
Context for Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction works Level IV
Unit Title Control Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risks
to use a generic approach to identify hazards, and to assess and control
occupational health and safety (OHS) risks.

1. Access sources 1.1. Access external sources of information and data to assist in
of information identifying hazards
and data to 1.2. Review workplace sources of information and data to access and
identify hazards assist in identification of hazards
1.3. Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and OHS specialists
1.4. Conduct formal and informal research to ensure currency of
information with workplace issues
2. Analyze the
2.1 Define, document and communicate occasions when action for
work
hazard identification is required
environment to
2.2 Source tools to assist in analysing potential hazards
identify hazards
2.3 Examine task demands and task environment for impact on the
person to identify situations with a potential for injury or ill health
2.4 Examine workforce structure, organisation of work and work
relationships to identify situations with a potential for injury or ill
health
2.5 Examine work environment for agents with a potential for injury or
ill health
2.6 Seek input from stakeholders to clarify and confirm issues
3. Assess risk 3.1 Identify factors contributing to risk
associated with 3.2 Identify current risk controls for each hazard
hazards 3.3 Evaluate adequacy of current controls (if any), taking account of
relevant standards and knowledge
3.4 Identify discrepancies between current controls and required
quality of control
3.5 Priorities hazards requiring further control action
3.6 Document method and outcomes of risk assessment
4. Control risk 4.1 Develop a range of control options in consultation with
associated with stakeholders, taking account of the outcomes of the risk
hazards assessment and the hierarchy of control
4.2 Identify potential factors impacting on the effectiveness of
controls
4.3 Seek advice from OHS specialists and key personnel if required
4.4 Identify and seek appropriate authority and relevant resources to
initiate and maintain controls
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4.5 Identify and document actions required to achieve change
4.6 Analyse extent of change and reduction in risk, as a result of
controls
5. Maintain hazard 5. 1 Establish and maintain a risk register relevant to the workplace
identification 5. 2 Document and communicate risk management procedures to
and risk control stakeholders and key personnel, as appropriate
processes 5. 3 Document and communicate outcomes of risk management
processes to stakeholders and key personnel, as appropriate
5. 4 Involve stakeholders and operational staff in risk management
processes
5. 5 Identify situations where OHS specialists may be required
6. Monitor and 6.1. Determine frequency, method and scope of review in consultation
review risk with workplace stakeholders and key personnel
management 6.2. Ensure stakeholders and key personnel have input to the review
processes 6.3. Identify areas for improvement in the risk management processes
and make recommendations
6.4. Prepare action plans, including allocated responsibilities and
timeframes for implementation
6.5. Regularly review effectiveness of risk management processes
6.6 apply risk response method processes
Variables Range
External sources of May include, but not limited to:
information and  databases with national and state injury data such as National
data Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme
(NICNAS)
 employer groups
 industry bodies
 journals and websites
 legislation, codes of practice and standards
 manufacturers' manual and specifications
 OHS regulatory authorities
 OHS specialists
 Unions.
Hazards May include, but not limited to:
 source or a situation with a potential for harm in terms of human
injury or ill health
 damage to property
 damage to the environment
 or a combination of these.
Workplace sources May include, but not limited to:
of information and
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data  audits
 employees
 hazard, incident and investigation reports
 manufacturers' manuals and specifications
 material safety data sheets (MSDSs)
 minutes of meetings
 OHS representatives
 reports
 Workplace inspections.
Stakeholders May include, but not limited to:
 employees
 health and safety, and other employee representatives
 managers
 OHS committees
 Supervisors.
Key personnel May include, but not limited to:
 managers from other areas
 people involved in OHS decision making or who are affected by
OHS decisions
OHS specialists May include, but not limited to:
 engineers
 ergonomists
 occupational hygienists
 organizational psychologists
 toxicologists
 workplace injury and return to work advisors.
Workplace issues May include, but not limited to:
 changes in equipment, including technology
 changes in social, political or community environment
 changes in work organization, including:
 contracting
 hire arrangements
 casualisation
 supervisory arrangements
 outworkers
 rosters
 shift work
 work hours
 work relations
 changes in work practice
 changes to legislation and standards
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 Outcomes of court rulings.
Occasions when May include, but not limited to:
action for hazard  at design or pre-purchase of buildings, equipment and materials
identification is  at regular intervals during normal operations
required  before changes are made to workplace, equipment, work processes
or work arrangements
 commissioning or pre-implementation of new processes or practices
 following an incident report
 new forms of work and organization of work
 planning major tasks or activities, such as equipment shut-downs
 prior to disposal of equipment, buildings or materials
 when new knowledge becomes available.
Tools May include, but not limited to:
 audits
 cause and effect diagrams
 JSA
 surveys.
Task demands May include, but not limited to:
 arousal and alertness
 machine pacing or time pressure to complete a task
 physical or physiological demands
 repetitive nature of task
 required precision or accuracy.
Task environment May include, but not limited to:
 equipment
 frequency and duration of exposure
 individual/operator
 number of people exposed/involved
 task
 work environment
 work organization equipment
 task
 work organization air quality
 lighting
 noise
 thermal
Agents May include, but not limited to:
 biological
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 chemical
 ergonomic
 nuclear
 physical
 psychosocial
 Radiological.
Factors contributing May include, but not limited to:
to risk  equipment
 task
 work organization.
Relevant standards May include, but not limited to:
 industry standards
 codes of practice
 current knowledge related to the specific hazard and controls
 current practice in the industry
 Legislation.
Prioritizing May include, but not limited to:
 other recognized processes
 specially designed tools
 Standard ranking tools.
Risk assessment May include, but not limited to:
 factors contributing to risk
 current controls and their adequacy
 discrepancy between current control and required standard
 Prioritization or ranking of a number of risks, where appropriate.
Hierarchy of May include, but not limited to:
control  eliminating hazards
 and where this is not practicable, minimizing risk by:
 substitution
 isolating the hazard from personnel
 using engineering controls
 using administrative controls (e.g. procedures, training)
 Using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Factors impacting May include, but not limited to:
on the effectiveness  cultural diversity
of controls  language
 literacy and numeracy levels

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 shift work and roistering arrangements
 training required
 workplace culture related to OHS including commitment by
managers and supervisors and compliance with procedures and
training
 Workplace organizational structures (size of organization,
geographic, hierarchical).
Risk register May include, but not limited to:
 list of hazards, their location and people exposed
 possible control measures and dates for implementation
 range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which the
hazards may cause injury or damage
 results of the risk analysis related to the hazards.
risk response May include, but not limited to:
method  elimination
 transfer
 retention
 reduction
Evidence Guide
Competence  identify hazards in to the application of a risk management approach
 assess OHS risk
 control OHS risk
 Knowledge of relevant OHS legislation (acts, regulations, codes of
practice, associated standards and guidance material.
Knowledge and  organizational behavior and culture as it impacts on OHS and on
Attitudes change basic physiology relevant to understanding mode of
action of physical, biological and chemical agents on the body
and how they produce harm
 basic principles of incident causation and injury processes
 characteristics, mode of action and units of measurement of
major hazard types
 concept of common law duty of care
 difference between hazard and risk
 ethics related to professional practice
 how the characteristics and composition of the workforce impact
on risk and the systematic approach to managing OHS, for
example:
 communication skills
 cultural background/workplace diversity
 gender

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 labor market changes
 language, literacy and numeracy
 structure and organisation of workforce e.g. part-time,
casual and contract workers, shift rosters, geographical
location
 workers with specific needs
 internal and external sources of OHS information and data
 language, literacy and cultural profile of the workgroup
 legislative requirements for OHS information and data, and
consultation
 limitations of generic hazard and risk checklists, and risk ranking
processes
 methods of providing evidence of compliance with OHS
legislation
 nature of workplace processes (including work flow, planning
and control) and hazards relevant to the particular workplace
 organisational culture as it impacts on the workgroup
 organisational OHS policies and procedures
 other function areas that impact on the management of OHS
 principles and practices of systematic approaches to managing
OHS
 professional liability in relation to providing advice
 requirements under hazard specific OHS legislation and codes of
practice
 risk as a measure of uncertainty and the factors that affect risk
roles and responsibilities under OHS legislation of employees,
including supervisors and contractors
 standard industry controls for a range of hazards
 state/territory and commonwealth OHS legislation (acts,
regulations, codes of practice, associated standards and guidance
material) including prescriptive and performance approaches and
links to other relevant legislation such as industrial relations,
equal employment opportunity, workers compensation,
rehabilitation
 structure and forms of legislation including regulations, codes of
practice, associated standards and guidance material
 types of hazard identification tools, including job safety analysis
(JSA)
 analytical skills to:
 identify areas for OHS risk improvement
 analyse relevant workplace information and data
 contribute to the assessment of the resources needed to
systematically manage OHS and, where appropriate, access
resources
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 attention to detail when making observations and recording
outcomes
 research skills to access relevant OHS information and data
 numeracy skills to carry out simple arithmetical calculations (e.g.
% change), and to produce graphs of workplace information and
data to identify trends and recognise limitations
 communication skills to:
 conduct effective formal and informal meetings and to
communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the
organisation, OHS specialists and, as required, emergency
services personnel
 prepare reports for a range of target groups including OHS
committee, OHS representatives, managers and supervisors
 use language and literacy skills appropriate to the workgroup and
the task
 consultation and negotiation skills to develop plans and to
implement and monitor designated actions
 project management skills to achieve change in OHS matters
 organizational skills to manage own tasks within a timeframe
 information technology skills to access and enter internal and
external
 information and data on OHS and to use a range of communication
media
tools, equipment and consumable materials
 Access to workplace documentation
Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview
 Observation/Demonstration with oral questioning
 Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must
include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.

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Occupational Standard: Finishing Construction works Level IV
Unit Title Manage constriction risk
to use a generic approach to identify hazards, and to assess and control
occupational health and safety (OHS) risks.

1. Access sources 1.1. Access external sources of information and data to assist in
of information identifying hazards
and data to 1.2. Review workplace sources of information and data to access and
identify hazards assist in identification of hazards
1.3. Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and OHS specialists
1.4. Conduct formal and informal research to ensure currency of
information with workplace issues
2. Analyze the 2.1. Define, document and communicate occasions when action for
work hazard identification is required
environment to 2.2. Source tools to assist in analyzing potential hazards
identify hazards 2.3. Examine task demands and task environment for impact on the
person to identify situations with a potential for injury or ill health
2.4. Examine workforce structure, organization of work and work
relationships to identify situations with a potential for injury or ill
health
2.5. Examine work environment for agents with a potential for injury
or ill health
2.6. Seek input from stakeholders to clarify and confirm issues
3. Assess risk 3.1. Identify factors contributing to risk
associated with 3.2. Identify current risk controls for each hazard
hazards 3.3. Evaluate adequacy of current controls (if any), taking account of
relevant standards and knowledge
3.4. Identify discrepancies between current controls and required
quality of control
3.5. Priorities hazards requiring further control action
3.6. Document method and outcomes of risk assessment
4. Control risk 4.1. Develop a range of control options in consultation with
associated with stakeholders, taking account of the outcomes of the risk
hazards assessment and the hierarchy of control
4.2. Identify potential factors impacting on the effectiveness of
controls
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4.3. Seek advice from OHS specialists and key personnel if required
4.4. Identify and seek appropriate authority and relevant resources to
initiate and maintain controls
4.5. Identify and document actions required to achieve change
4.6. Analyze extent of change and reduction in risk, as a result of
controls
5. Maintain hazard 5.1. Establish and maintain a risk register relevant to the workplace
identification 5.2. Document and communicate risk management procedures to
and risk control stakeholders and key personnel, as appropriate
processes 5.3. Document and communicate outcomes of risk management
processes to stakeholders and key personnel, as appropriate
5.4. Involve stakeholders and operational staff in risk management
processes
5.5. Identify situations where OHS specialists may be required
6. Monitor and 6.1. Determine frequency, method and scope of review in consultation
review risk with workplace stakeholders and key personnel
management 6.2. Ensure stakeholders and key personnel have input to the review
processes 6.3. Identify areas for improvement in the risk management processes
and make recommendations
6.4. Prepare action plans, including allocated responsibilities and
timeframes for implementation
6.5. Regularly review effectiveness of risk management processes
6.6 apply risk response method processes
Variables Range
External sources of May include, but not limited to:
information and  Databases with national and state injury data such as National
data Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme
(NICNAS)
 Employer groups
 Industry bodies
 Journals and websites
 Legislation, codes of practice and standards
 Manufacturers' manual and specifications
 OHS regulatory authorities
 OHS specialists
 Unions.
Hazards May include, but not limited to:
 Source or a situation with a potential for harm in terms of human
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injury or ill health
 Damage to property
 Damage to the environment
 Or a combination of these.
Workplace sources May include, but not limited to:
of information and  Audits
data  Employees
 Hazard, incident and investigation reports
 Manufacturers' manuals and specifications
 Material safety data sheets (msdss)
 Minutes of meetings
 OHS representatives
 Reports
 Workplace inspections.
Stakeholders May include, but not limited to:
 Employees
 Health and safety, and other employee representatives
 Managers
 OHS committees
 Supervisors.
Key personnel May include, but not limited to:
 Managers from other areas
 People involved in OHS decision making or who are affected by
OHS decisions
OHS specialists May include, but not limited to:
 Engineers
 Ergonomists
 Occupational hygienists
 Organizational psychologists
 Toxicologists
 Workplace injury and return to work advisors.
Workplace issues May include, but not limited to:
 Changes in equipment, including technology
 Changes in social, political or community environment
 Changes in work organization, including:
 Contracting
 Hire arrangements

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 Casualization
 Supervisory arrangements
 Outworkers
 Rosters
 Shift work
 Work hours
 Work relations
 Changes in work practice
 Changes to legislation and standards
 New knowledge on hazards
 Outcomes of court rulings.
Occasions when May include, but not limited to:
action for hazard  At design or pre-purchase of buildings, equipment and materials
identification is  At regular intervals during normal operations
required  Before changes are made to workplace, equipment, work processes
or work arrangements
 Commissioning or pre-implementation of new processes or practices
 Following an incident report
 New forms of work and organization of work
 Planning major tasks or activities, such as equipment shut-downs
 Prior to disposal of equipment, buildings or materials
 When new knowledge becomes available.
Tools May include, but not limited to:
 Audits
 Cause and effect diagrams
 JSA
 Surveys.
Task demands May include, but not limited to:
 Arousal and alertness
 Machine pacing or time pressure to complete a task
 Physical or physiological demands
 Repetitive nature of task
 Required precision or accuracy.
Task environment May include, but not limited to:
 Equipment
 Frequency and duration of exposure
 Individual/operator

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 Number of people exposed/involved
 Task
 Work environment
 Work organization equipment
 Task
 Work organization air quality
 Lighting
 Noise
 Thermal
Agents May include, but not limited to:
 Biological
 Chemical
 Ergonomic
 Nuclear
 Physical
 Psychosocial
 Radiological.
Factors contributing May include, but not limited to:
to risk  Equipment
 Task
 Work organization.
Relevant standards May include, but not limited to:
 Industry standards
 Codes of practice
 Current knowledge related to the specific hazard and controls
 Current practice in the industry
 Legislation.
Prioritizing May include, but not limited to:
 Other recognized processes

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 Specially designed tools
 Standard ranking tools.
Risk assessment May include, but not limited to:
 Factors contributing to risk
 Current controls and their adequacy
 Discrepancy between current control and required standard
 Prioritization or ranking of a number of risks, where appropriate.
Hierarchy of May include, but not limited to:
control  Eliminating hazards
 And where this is not practicable, minimizing risk by:
 Substitution
 Isolating the hazard from personnel
 Using engineering controls
 Using administrative controls (e.g. Procedures, training)
 Using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Factors impacting May include, but not limited to:
on the effectiveness  Cultural diversity
of controls  Language
 Literacy and numeracy levels
 Shift work and roistering arrangements
 Training required
 Workplace culture related to OHS including commitment by
managers and supervisors and compliance with procedures and
training
 Workplace organizational structures (size of organization,
geographic, hierarchical).
Risk register May include, but not limited to:
 List of hazards, their location and people exposed
 Possible control measures and dates for implementation
 Range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which the
hazards may cause injury or damage
 Results of the risk analysis related to the hazards.
Risk response  Elimination
method  Transfer
 Retention
 Reduction

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Evidence Guide
Competence Products used in:
 Identify hazards in to the application of a risk management
approach
 Assess OHS risk
 Control OHS risk
 Knowledge of relevant OHS legislation (acts, regulations, codes
of practice, associated standards and guidance material.
Knowledge and  Organizational behavior and culture as it impacts on OHS and
Attitudes on change basic physiology relevant to understanding mode of
action of physical, biological and chemical agents on the body
and how they produce harm
 Basic principles of incident causation and injury processes
 Characteristics, mode of action and units of measurement of
major hazard types
 Concept of common law duty of care
 Difference between hazard and risk
 Ethics related to professional practice
 How the characteristics and composition of the workforce
impact on risk and the systematic approach to managing OHS,
for example:
 Communication skills
 Cultural background/workplace diversity
 Gender
 Labor market changes
 Language, literacy and numeracy
 Structure and organization of workforce e.g. Part-time,
casual and contract workers, shift rosters, geographical
location
 Workers with specific needs
 Internal and external sources of OHS information and data
 Language, literacy and cultural profile of the workgroup
 Legislative requirements for OHS information and data, and
consultation
 Limitations of generic hazard and risk checklists, and risk ranking
processes
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 Methods of providing evidence of compliance with OHS
legislation
 Nature of workplace processes (including work flow, planning and
control) and hazards relevant to the particular workplace
 Organizational culture as it impacts on the workgroup
 organizational OHS policies and procedures
 Other function areas that impact on the management of OHS
 Principles and practices of systematic approaches to managing
OHS
 Professional liability in relation to providing advice
 Requirements under hazard specific OHS legislation and codes of
practice
 Risk as a measure of uncertainty and the factors that affect risk
Roles and responsibilities under OHS legislation of employees,
including supervisors and contractors
 Standard industry controls for a range of hazards
 State/territory and commonwealth OHS legislation (acts,
regulations, codes of practice, associated standards and guidance
material) including prescriptive and performance approaches and
links to other relevant legislation such as industrial relations,
equal employment opportunity, workers compensation,
rehabilitation
 Structure and forms of legislation including regulations, codes of
practice, associated standards and guidance material
 Types of hazard identification tools, including job safety
analysis (JSA)
 analytical skills to:
 Identify areas for OHS risk improvement
 Analyze relevant workplace information and data
 Contribute to the assessment of the resources needed to
systematically manage OHS and, where appropriate, access
resources
 Attention to detail when making observations and recording
outcomes
 Research skills to access relevant OHS information and data
 Numeracy skills to carry out simple arithmetical calculations
(e.g. % change), and to produce graphs of workplace
information and data to identify trends and recognize limitations
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 -communication skills to:
 Conduct effective formal and informal meetings and to
communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the
organization, OHS specialists and, as required, emergency
services personnel
 Prepare reports for a range of target groups including OHS
committee, OHS representatives, managers and supervisors
 Use language and literacy skills appropriate to the workgroup
and the task
 Consultation and negotiation skills to develop plans and to
implement and monitor designated actions
 Project management skills to achieve change in OHS matters
 Organizational skills to manage own tasks within a timeframe
 Information technology skills to access and enter internal and
external
 Information and data on OHS and to use a range of communication
media
tools, equipment and consumable materials
 Access to workplace documentation
Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview
 Observation/Demonstration with oral questioning
 Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must
include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.

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Occupational Standard: Finishing construction Work Level IV
Unit Title Estimate Job, Cost and Ordering Bill of Material
estimate job, cost and order bill of material.
Elements Performance criteria

1.1 Appropriate project plans and specifications are read and
1. Gather
understood
information
1.2 Measurements are made and quantities identified from plans and
specifications and which conforms to standards industry practice
1.3 Labor unit cost projections are obtained and agreed
1.4 Logistic support contracts, supply agreements or equivalent are
obtained and analyzed
1.5 Details of proposed warehousing and physical distribution systems
and related cost factors are obtained
1.6 Information is converted to usable form and stored ready for
retrieval and application
2. Measure 2.1 Format (take off sheet) and materials bill of quantities are prepared
quantities of based on working drawing
work 2.2 Measurements to be quantified item by item are taken from the
drawing
2.3 Computation of the work to prepare the bill of quantities is done.
3. Identify and 3.1 Types of consumable input materials are identified and listed
establish 3.2 Quantities of consumable input materials calculated proportionally in
material ratio
requirements
4. Identify 4.1 The types and numbers of appropriate on-site personnel are identified
manpower 4.2 Standard or company crew productivity output are utilized
requirements 4.3 The labor hours for non-contract elements of on-site work are
calculated.
4.4 Time requirements for work activities and other lead times are
estimated
4.5 Labor Utilization factor is calculated
5.1 Lists of equipment, tools or plant are produced
5. Identify and
5.2 Combinations of machineries in a crew are established
establish
5.3 Quantities based on project or construction standards are established.
equipment
requirements
6.1 Supplier prices for materials and consumables are included.
6. Develop
6.2 Appropriate local labor rates are used
estimated
6.3 Material unit costs are selected and applied.
project costs
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requirements, seeking approvals, waste management site fees and
other statutory or additional costs are identified and applied.
6.5 Company overhead recovery and profit margins are applied.
6.6 Completed estimated project costs for inclusion in attender or bill are
calculated.
7.1 Organizational strategic resource procurement and acquisition
7. Direct the
processes are managed in accordance with company policies and
resource
procedures.
acquisition
7.2 Staff responsible for procurement and acquisition of resources is
process
informed of organizational resource requirements.
7.3 Financial and business principles are applied to the resource
acquisition process.
Variables Range
Plans and/or May include, but are not limited to:
Specifications  Sketches or drawings
 Statements of requirements
 Materials list and quantity schedules
 Building codes
 Materials specifications
Plant, equipment or May include, but are not limited to:
tools  On-site equipment such as compressors, pumps,
Requirements  Generators, portable lighting, lifting equipment and
 Portable compaction equipment etc
 Heavy equipment such as wheeled and tracked
 Earthmoving equipment, trucks and articulated vehicles
 Mobile and/or tower cranes
 Hoists
 Conveyors
 Communications equipment
 Hand tools, wheel borows, electronic tools like drills, grinders..
Unit costs May include, but are not limited to:
 Tiling per square meter
 Painting per square meter
 Masonry walls per meter square
 Construction cost per square meter
 Installation of sanitary ware per unit
 Laying of foundation per meter
 Laying of slabs per meter square
 Installation of pipes per meter
 Laying of steel tray roofing per meter square

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Project costs May include, but are not limited to:
 Organizational and subcontract labor hours
 Project administration costs
 Overheads
 Building or construction materials
 Cost of meeting statutory requirements
 Waste removal fees
 Fuels, lubricants, consumables
 Site facilities such as offices, toilets, lunch rooms
 Communications costs
Bill of quantities May include but not limited to
 Itemized list of materials required in constructing/producing,
maintaining or repairing a specific structure
Financial and May include but not limited to
business  Probity and honest dealing
Principles  Accurate and timely development and maintenance of
 Financial records
 Accountability and integrity
 Transparency of financial processes
 Compliance with all legal financial obligations
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must
Competence Be able to provide evidence of:
 Identify the materials required for a project
 Gather information about material supply
 Interpret measurements and calculating quantities and costs
 Plan and allocate human resources
 Identify and costing other related costs such as those required to meet
statutory and planning approval processes
 Produce documentation which meets the timeframes and quality
standards established by the organization
 Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
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Required Demonstrate knowledge of
Knowledge and  Government building and construction codes, standards and
Attitudes government regulations relevant to the form of building or
construction being undertaken (e.g. Work cover)
 Types of building and construction drawings and specifications
 Types, scope and usage of labor through the employee and
subcontractor systems
 Operation and structure of organisational costing and contracting
system
 Costing techniques and standard procedures
 Standard technical specification
 Output productivity standards
 Company records
Required Skills Demonstrate skills of
 Calculate labor hours and costs
 Calculate materials quantities and costs
 Extrapolate labor and materials costs from written information
 Read drawings and specifications
 Technological skills to facilitate use of the organization’s software
and office technology Including appropriate costing software
programs
 Utilise appropriate costing software programs
Resource  Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations

Implications involving estimation and costing of service operations
 Access is required to specifications and costs of equipment and
materials and information on labour costs and availability, on-costs,
safety costs, regulations, quality standards, and enterprise procedures
 Access is required to necessary facilities and associated equipment,
including calculators, computers and software

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Unit Title Apply Legal Requirement and Administer Contracts
Unit Code EIS OBC5 02 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitude required to
apply legal requirements and administer contractual requirements.

1. Apply the laws 1.1. Licensing or registration legislation relevant to the region is
relating to researched and identified.
builder licensing 1.2. Classifications for builders, supervisors and managers are applied.
or registration.
2. Apply OHS 2.1. Main provisions of OHS legislation and regulations are researched
legislation and and identified and local legislative requirements are met.
provisions on 2.2. Regulations and codes applicable to on-site construction are
site. identified, applied and monitored.
2.3. Site safety signage requirements are identified and applied.
3. Apply the codes, 3.1. Current codes, Acts, regulations and standards applicable to a
Acts, regulations particular building and construction project are researched.
and standards 3.2. Construction process is carried out in accordance with codes, Acts,
relevant to regulations and standards concerning construction, insurance,
construction. sustainability, environmental matters and appropriate by-laws.
4. Comply with 4.1. Insurance cover is arranged in accordance with legal requirements.
insurance and 4.2. Contract law is applied in accordance with common law principles,
regulatory relevant state or territory laws and regulations, and fair trading
requirements for legislation.
housing
construction.
5. Apply legislation 5.1. Payroll systems are set up and administered in compliance with
to financial current legislative requirements.
transactions. 5.2. GST (Goods and Service Tax) systems are set up and administered
in compliance with current legislation.
6. Meet building 6.1. Correct form of contract is selected for the project.
contract 6.2. Contracted work is carried out in accordance with the contractual
obligations. obligations applicable to both parties.
6.3. Conditions of the contract, including approvals and financial
matters are met.
7. Apply industrial 7.1. Relevant industrial relations policies and obligations are
relations policies researched, identified and applied.
and obligations 7.2. Subcontract companies that comply with company policy and
relevant to obligations under subcontract agreements are identified and
housing contracted.
construction. 7.3. Relevant awards are applied to contracts.
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policy.
7.5. Proactive measures are taken to ensure discrimination and
harassment is not practiced in the workplace.
7.6. Provisions of training agreements are identified and applied.
7.7. Reference material on access to industrial relations or legal
information is made available to employees.
8. Apply dispute 8.1. Organizational dispute resolution processes are applied.
resolution 8.2. Customer complaints are dealt with according to company policy.
processes. 8.3. Disputes are documented and outcomes recorded and maintained.
9. Administer 9.1 Laws relating to establishing and licensing a construction contractor
Legal is complied
Obligations of 9.2 Personnel for the project is engaged
Construction 9.3 Law and regulations relating to OHS, welfare, workers
Contract compensation, noise abatement and working hours is administered
9.4 Rehabilitation arrangements is implemented
9.5 Taxation and insurance requirements of government is complied
9.6 All obligations and observe fair trading practice is Administered
9.7 Environmental legislation and its intent is complied
Variables Range
Licensing or May included but not limited to:
registration  Ethiopian construction professional and construction company
legislation registration guide line No. 19 &22
OHS legislation May included but not limited to:
 Occupational Health and Safety CES 165&166
Codes, Acts, May included but not limited to:
regulations and  1. Summary of Ethiopian Building Code (EBCS-1-95) for wind
standards analysis and design of buildings.
 2. EBCS-2-95 - Structural Use of Concrete.
 3. EBCS-3-95 - Design of Steel Structures.
 4. EBCS-4-95 - Design of Composite Steel and Concrete Structures.
 5. EBCS-5-95 - Utilization of Timber.
 6. EBCS-6-95 - Design of Masonry Structures.
 7. EBCS-7-95 - Foundations.
 8. Summary of Ethiopian Building Code (EBCS-8-95) for earthquake
analysis and design of buildings.
 9. EBCS-9-95 - Plumbing Services of Buildings.\
 10. EBCS-10-95 - Electrical Installation of Buildings.
 ES-EBCS 11 CODE OF PRACTICE FOR Mechanical Ventilation
and Air- Conditioning in buildings
 Ebbs 13: fire precautions during building construction design, works
and use
 (ebcs14):- health and safetyinbuilding construction
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 All relevant Ethiopian and international building code and standards
Insurance cover May included but not limited to:
 Home owner's warranty
 Superannuation
 Workers' compensation.
Industrial relations May included but not limited to:
policies and  Federal and state industrial instruments
obligations  Federal and state industrial legislation.
Licensing May include, but not limited to:
 Home Building Contracts Act Ethiopia
 Home Building Act and Regulations
 Construction Codes of Ethiopia
Laws and May included but not limited to:
regulations  Occupational Health and Safety regulation of Ethiopia
 Workplace Injury Management and Compensation in Ethiopia
 Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation in Ethiopia
Rehabilitation May include, but not limited to:
arrangements  Light duties
 Normal duties under shorter working hours
 Suitable alternative duties
 Cooperation with rehabilitation agencies
Taxation and May include, but not limited to:
insurance  Insurance Contracts Act of Ethiopia
Requirements  Income tax Assessment Act of Ethiopia
 Goods and Services Tax Act of Ethiopia
 Stamp duty
 Payroll tax
 Workers compensation
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Evidence Guide
Competence  Understand appropriate registration, licensing or compliance
requirements of state or territory registration authorities
 Meet appropriate business registration requirements
 Identify and specify appropriate insurance documentation, citing
protection that meets local industry requirements
 Identify and specify requirements for compliance with:
 OHS legislation
 Legislation pertaining to financial transactions, including payment
of wages and subcontractor and supplier invoices
 Relevant building and construction codes, Acts, regulations and
standards
 Sustainability and environmental legislation
 Industrial relations laws
 Legal obligations of contractual agreements.
 Conforming to the legal and financial obligations of the organization
 Establishing and maintaining good human relations within the
contractual arrangements with employees, sub-contractors and other
stakeholders
 Managing organizational taxation and insurance obligations
successfully
Knowledge and  Building and construction industry contracts
Attitudes  OHS frameworks and obligations under federal, state and territory
legislation and regulation
 Organizational policies and procedures related to discrimination
and harassment
 Reasonable understanding of federal, state or territory anti-
discrimination and equal employment opportunity legislation
 Risk management processes and practices and the planning
required to develop plans
 State or territory building and construction codes, standards and
government regulations
 Awards and agreements applying to employees and subcontractors
 Relevant licensing arrangements applicable
 Workplace safety requirements.
 Ability to research, access and interpret complex documents
 Communicate with local or regulatory authorities on matters
relating to site conditions or approvals and to negotiate on matters
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 Use and interpret non-verbal communication
 Written skills to communicate by memo, letter, facsimile or email
with subcontractors, staff, clients and regulatory authorities
 Interpersonal skills relevant to the supervision and monitoring of
work processes
 Numeracy skills to apply calculations
 Attention to detail to manage compliance with a variety of legal
obligations and administer various awards and agreements
 Managerial skills to effectively manage personnel
 Negotiation and communication skills to enable successful
resolution of business and
 Human resource disputes
Implication  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with necessary tools
and equipment as well as consumable materials
Methods of Competency may be accessed through:

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Occupational Standard: - Finishing Construction Works Level V
Unit Title Install and produce external wall finished cast cladding cement.
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency covered skill, knowledge, and attitude of the
install and produce external wall finishing cast cladding cement, the
general information of this unit of competence element covered starting
from elements of plan prepared to the end of element clean up covered.

1. Plan and prepare.
purposes.
plans and policies.
1.3 Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and
applied.
2. preparation of 2.1. The area is set up for prepared material to produce external wall-
production
finished cast cladding cement.
external wall
finishing cast 2.2. the area is set up for equipment and tools preparation
cladding cement
2.3. preparation of standardized shelf to production of external wall
center/work shop
finishing cast cladding cement.
2.4. Ventilation is proved properly in the production room
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accordance to ASTM standard.
2.5. mold components/materials are selected consistent with work.
3. Produce external 3.1. calculating and measuring all materials used to produced external
wall finished cast
wall finishing cast cladding cement.
cladding cement
3.2. cast cladding cement is mixed to designed proportions color and
non-color correctly applied to produce with manufacture
specification.
3.3. Clear produced according to design and manufacturer
specifications.
4. curing of external 4.1 curing the cast cladding cement according to the standard of
wall finished cast
specification.
cladding cement
4.2 Curing can be applied based on the weather condition and refer
from the standard of reference.
4.3 Selected types of water used for curing the production of external
wall cast cladding cement.
5. Smooth, rough and 5.1 smooth and rough the surface of external wall finishing cast
test the surface of
cladding cements accordance to the procedure of specification.
external wall cast
cladding cement. 5.2 Smooth standards the material properties used in external wall cast
cladding cement checked based on the standards referenced.
5.3 tested the external wall finishing cast cladding cements product.
6. installing and 6.1 External wall finishing cast cladding cement work is checked for
erecting of faults and any variations are reported properly.
external wall cast
6.2 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to be
cladding cement.
safe for install and erection.
6.3 Position of external wall finishing cast cladding cement are set-out
according to the drawing and specifications.
6.4 External wall fishing cast cladding cement are erected /installed to
correct location according to specifications and safety procedures
6.5 Element of External wall fishing cast cladding cement are joined, if
required, according to drawing and specifications.
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wall cast cladding other suitable finishes.
cement.
7.2 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a range of
tools and techniques.
7.3 checked the levelling of external wall cast cladding cement by using
levelling tools.
8. Clean up and store 8.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in
equipment.
accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and job
specification
8.3 Special effect painting equipment and spray-painting equipment are
dismantled, cleaned, maintained and stored.
accordance with sound work practices compliant with environmental
requirements.
Variable Range
 work schedules, plans and specifications.
 signage
 sketches
personnel
 regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to the application
of advanced decorative paint finishes
 relevant ASTM
decorative paint finishes
Planning and May include, but are not limited
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 determination of work requirements and safety plans and policies
 emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organizational
first aid requirements.
 Properly hand tools and equipment’s to minimized accidence and
damages of tools and equipment.
 Brush
 Roller
 Chisel
 Black wire
 Water Hose
 Trowel
 Plastering hawk
 Hand pump
 Gunning sealant
 Meter
 cutter
 clear finishes
 fillers
 linseed oil
 cement.
 Mesh wire 1mm
 relevant regulations, including if when present Ethiopian standards
 dust and noise
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ASTM May include, but are not limited to:
 American Society for Testing and Materials standards
 Cement standard for plasters American Society for Testing and
Materials C926
curing May include, but are not limited to:
 The curing of external wall cast cladding cement production
guiding based on the standards.
 Used cleaner water to curing external wall cast cladding cement
productions.
Weathering condition May include, but are not limited to:
 To production of external wall cast cladding cement based on the
weather condition and referred the standards.
Evidence Guide
competence  locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 comply with site safety plan and OHS legislation, regulations and
 Curing can be applied based on the weather condition and refer
 smooth and rough the surface of external wall finishing cast
 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to be
safe for install and erection
 Element of External wall fishing cast cladding cement are joined,
if required, according to drawing and specifications
 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a range
of tools and techniques.
 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
specification
Required Knowledge  Demonstrates knowledge.
and Attitudes  plans, drawings and specifications
 calculating and measuring all materials used to produced external
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wall finishing cast cladding cement
 Clear produced according to design and manufacturer
specifications.
 Finishing techniques are applied, including epoxy materials and
other suitable finishes
 Selected types of water used for curing the production of external
wall cast cladding cement
 Smooth standards the material properties used in external wall cast
cladding cement checked based on the standards referenced.
 Waste and unwanted materials are removed and placed into job
Required Skills Demonstrates skill to:
 The area is set up for prepared material to produce external wall-
 calculating and measuring all materials used to produced external
 cast cladding cement is mixed to designed proportions colour and
non-colour correctly applied to produce with manufacture
specification.
 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to be
safe for install and erection.
 Element of External wall fishing cast cladding cement are joined, if
required, according to drawing and specifications
 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a range
of tools and techniques
Resources Implication Access is required to real including work areas; materials and equipment
and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
 Interview /Written Test /Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place

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Unit Title Marble and Acrylic paint
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers skills, knowledge and attitudes required
to marble paint. Remove dust and cobwebs from the work area by
wiping them down, Cover the floor around each work area with
newspaper, Pour some of the base marble color into a paint tray, Pour
some of the second and third paint colors into separate pools on a foam
plate, Dab the sea sponge into one of the two mixed glaze colors, and
Create veins atop the work area, wet or dry, with either a feather or fine
artist's brush and a chosen marble vein color, such as white or black.
You can apply them just like so you don’t need to have your line going
perfectly diagonally. You can get fatter in some points and thinner and
others that are entirely up to you.

1. Plan and 1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using
prepare work relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and
area preparation purposes.
1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are followed in accordance with
safety plans
1.3. Remove dust and cobwebs from the work area by wiping them
down with a duster are identified.
1.4. Wipe them down again with a damp cloth are identified.
1.5. allowing them to dry completely
1.6. Stand on a ladder, if necessary, to reach the highest areas.
1.7. Cover the floor around each work area with newspaper.
1.8. Secure the newspaper around the work area bases with painter's
tape to keep it in place as you work.
1.9. Protecting the area’s most likely to get dripped upon otherwise.
Tape off the areas surrounding the tops of the work area as well.
and applied.
2. Mix/pour 2.1. Tools and equipment selected are consistent with preparing
primer and building drawings and documentation, checked for serviceability
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base marble and any faults reported to supervisor.
color into a 2.2. Pour some of the primer into a paint tray.
paint tray and 2.3. Prime each work area using a paintbrush, allowing the primer to
second and dry completely.
third paint 2.4. Add a second coat of primer if the original work area finish is still
color into visible.
separate pools 2.5. Pour some of the base marble color into a paint tray.
2.6. Paint the columns with a paintbrush, allowing the paint to dry
completely.
2.7. Apply a second coat if necessary for complete coverage.
2.8. 2.8 Pour some of the second and third paint colors into separate
pools on a foam plate, mixing a small amount of latex glaze into
each pool with a disposable spoon.
2.9. Add 3-5 drops of paint to the water and oil. Acrylic paint is water
based, so it mixes with the water and will stay separated from the
oil. Using a stirrer, mix the contents of your bowl.
2.10. Marble Materials are applied according to a given mix type.
3. Dab or apply 3.1 Sand the entire surface of each work area with a fine-grit sanding
mixed colors block to make the existing finish more receptive of primer and
paint..
3.2 Wipe the sanded work area down with a tack cloth or rag to
remove dust.
3.3 Dab the sea sponge into one of the two mixed glaze colors,
picking up a small amount of the other color as well.
3.4 Blot the sponge all over the column, working in one area at a
time, to create color variations similar to true marble.
3.5 If it looks too splotchy, feather the paint in with a dry soft-
bristled brush.
3.6 Continue dabbing the sponge into a bit of each glaze mixture on
the plate, coating the columns completely and feathering the paint
in with a brush as needed.
3.7 Create veins atop the work area, wet or dry, with either a feather
or fine artist's brush and a chosen marble vein color, such as white
or black.
3.8 Twist and mash the brush a bit in places to create thicker and
thinner variations, similar to true marble.
4. Finishing 4.1 Observe how those lines or shapes change as you apply different
forces to your marble.
4.2 Check and edit dotted lines to finish marble paint on work area
4.3 Finish defects parts or missed part around plastered and covered
areas.
4.4 According to a Type of marble paint finishing is applied
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5. Clean up 5.1 Rub any areas that have remaining paint film with a rag dipped in
isopropyl alcohol.
in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and
job specification
in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard
work practices.
Variables Range
planning and May include but not limited to:
preparation
 assessment of conditions and hazards
 determination of work requirements and safety plans and policy
 work site inspection.
Safety (OHS ) May include but not limited to:
requirements
organizational first aid requirements and evacuation
 handling activities that may require the assistance of other
mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or other issues, such
as a disability are a factor
 hazard control
 falling objects
. Environmental May include but not limited to:
requirements
 clean-up management
 dust and noise
 waste management.
Equipment  Paintbrushes
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 Palette Knifes
 Artist canvas in roll
 Canvas stretcher pilers on marble background
 Mixer
 tape measures
 sponges
 lay brushes
 scrapers
Materials May include but not limited:
 Oil (we used vegetable oil)
 Paint (we used acrylic paint)
 Paper
 A stirrer (we used a cocktail stick)A bowl of water
 A bowl of water
 Tapes
Types of marble May include but not limited:
paint  Wall paint
 Column art paint
 Paper paint
 Marble paint on stones
 Renewing Heritage or historical place paint
Evidence Guide
Competence  Orientation, interpretation and application of relevant
information, standards and specifications
legislation/regulations/codes of practice applicable to
 Safe and effective operational use of
tools ,Communication and equipment
 Completion, to specification, of the following Marble
paint work:
 A minimum of two broken cooler effects , one marble
graining effect, one wood graining effect on walls & a
standard panel size surface
 the design and cutting of a multi-plate stencil and at
least two applications of the stencil
Underpinning Knowledge Demonstrate a knowledge of

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 Compatibility of marble paint for applying type
 Gilding materials and application techniques
 Acrylic paint materials and application techniques
waste management
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate the skill on
 Plan and prepare works
 Prepare application area
 Secure or Tape off the areas surrounding
 Apply well mix
 Apply primary coat
 Apply secondary and third coat
 Apply mirror paint finish
 Apply broken color effects
 Produce imitation marble effects
 Produce imitation wood grain effects
 Apply stencils
 Apply lining by brush
 Clean up and store equipment
Resource Implications The following resources should be made available:
 workplace location or simulated workplace
 materials relevant to the application of Marble paint
 hand and power tools and equipment appropriate to the
application of Marble paint
 realistic activities covering the mandatory task
requirements
 specifications and work instructions
Methods of Assessment  Interview/Written Test
Context of Assessment  The application of competency is to be assessed in the
workplace or realistically simulated construction site
 Assessment is to occur using standard and authorized work
practices, safety requirements and environmental
constraints
 Assessment of essential Required knowledge, other

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than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted
in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory
requirements including specified Ethiopian Standards

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Performance
Occupational Standard: Finishing Criteria work Level V
construction
Unit Title Prepare Interior Designs and Decorate Spaces.
Unit Descriptor This unit competency Covers skill, Knowledge and attitude required
to prepare interior design and Decorate spaces by using software.
Elements
1. Plan and prepare 1.1. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety
work. plans and policies..
1.2. All relevant manuals, instructions and operating procedures for
the Arch CAD software are obtained in accordance with
workplace procedures.
1.3. Tools and equipment are prepared and used to implement.
1.4. The Arch CAD package is booted up in accordance with
1.5. Screen display areas and basic parameters is set in to required
Arch CAD environment and design toolbars are set in
accordance with instructions.
2.1. Basic Arch CAD drawings are created and guidance is sought
2. Prepare interior
as required.
design and decorative
2.2. Interior design and decorative space are prepared in
space.
accordance with relevant standard procedures.
2.3. As required, Arch CAD interior design and decorative space
are reviewed with supervisor and/or other designated staff in
accordance with company procedures.
2.4. Existing Arch CAD Interior design and decorative space are
located and modified by adding, deleting or changing Interior
design and decorative space elements within that Interior
design and decorative space.
3.1 Sketch simple regular shapes are defined as 2D shapes with

3. sketch and modelling
closed to sides where all sides are the same length and all the
interior angels are equal.
3.2 Modeling 3D figures by using arch cad software is applied.
3.3 Sketch and create a 3D model by directly editing polygons the
user draws 2D shapes which converted to 3D automatically are
applied.
4. Produce output 4.1 Interior design files are saved in the appropriate format in
accordance with standard operating procedures.
3.2. Interior design files are printed out using plotter or equivalent
devices.
3.1. Programs and computer are shut down in accordance with
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Variable Range
Basic parameters May include but not limited
Layer or level, line type, line width, colour and text format
geometrical figures.
CAD environment May include but not limited.
Modelling
Drafting
Modify
Design toolbars May include but not limited
Standard
Sketch
Features
View
Selection bar
Utility
Modelling tool
Edit
Surface
Basic Arch CAD Include the following characteristics: lines, arcs, circles, polygons,
ellipses, hatching or filling of areas, text, dimensions and tangents
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge
Competence  Reading and interpreting engineering specifications
preparing simple drawings in plane orthogonal, isometric projection
or equivalent CAD program capabilities and processes
CAD manuals and work instruction
Conversion of unit
Geometry
 Trigonometry
and Attitudes CAD program capabilities and processes
CAD manuals and work instruction
Conversion of unit
Geometry
Trigonometry
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 reading and interpreting engineering specifications
 preparing simple drawings in plane orthogonal, isometric
projection or equivalent
Resources Implication 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, then an
Context of Competency may be assessed in conjunction with any other units
Assessment addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling,
drawings using computer aided drafting systems, or other units
requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this
unit.

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Unit Title Produce Signage and Lettering Works
to produce and apply signage and lettering works using different
finishing materials in different back ground .

1. Plan and 1.1 Quality Assurance requirements of company's sign writing
prepare work operations, recognized and adhered to.
1.2 OHS requirements in accordance with application tasks and
workplace operations recognized and adhered to.
1.3 Specifications, drawings and instructions interpreted and job
requirements and sequence determined.
1.4 Spelling checked from copy and confirmed as correct.
1.5 Layout set out to scale using setting out techniques applicable to
sign design.
1.6 Tools, equipment and materials selected and used consistent with
job requirements.
1.7 Material quantities estimated in accordance with size of sign and
materials to be used.
1.8 Substrates identified and prepared in accordance with planned
material application.
1.9 Color selection determined, consistent with job requirements
1.10 Scaffold requirements identified to comply with OH&S
regulations and safe working practices.
1.11 Material safety data sheets referred to, as required.
1.12 Surface imperfections are stopped, filled /puttied and sanded to a
smooth finish if necessary
2.1 Work area for signage and lettering are prepared for the
2. Apply signage
requirements of the task
and lettering
2.2 materials are checked for conformity to size, pattern, color and
characteristics in accordance with the plans and specifications
2.3 signage and lettering design to be symmetrical, balanced and
produce minimal waste in accordance with specifications and
standards
2.4 Adhesive is selected, prepared and mixed in accordance with
standard work practices, manufacturers’ recommendations and
specifications.

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2.5 Materials subsequently applied to surface using application
consistent with job requirements and layout of sign.
3 Present work to 3.1 Work presented to client, to specification, Industry Standards and
client relevant Ethiopian Standards.
4 Clean up
4.2 Completed work cleaned, checked for protection, packed and
transported/presented to client for approval.
Variables Range
and Safety  Workplace environment and safety
 Protective clothing and equipment
 Handling of materials
 Working platforms and scaffolding
 Hazardous materials
 Use of spray equipment
Material quantities May include but not limited to:
 Are to be calculated in either packed, bulk, loose or compacted
states and converted to volumes in the other states
Personal Protective May include but not limited to:
Equipment  Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
legislation, regulation and workplace policies and practices
Equipment  Measuring tape/rule ,
 Drafting instruments,
 Brushes, rollers ,spray,
 Pots mixers, artists brush lining fitches,
 Dagger liners, scaffolding, ladders & planks
 Tile cutter
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Competency is to be demonstrated by. the following aspects:
Competence  Identification of dimensions, symbols, abbreviations and key
features of signage
 Demonstrate compliance with OH&S legislation applicable to
workplace activity/operation
 Indicate compliance with organizational policies and procedures
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including Quality Assurance within the context of producing
signs
 Selection and use of appropriate processes, tools and equipment
to produce sign
 Show sound preparation in checking all relevant reference
information before preparing layout
 Demonstrate sound techniques to produce layout accurately to
balanced design
 Identification and use of appropriate material application to
substrate
 Demonstrate sound techniques to set out sign for designed sign
writing
 Demonstrate sound techniques to produce sign to design and
specifications
 Interactive communication with client or others to ensure sign
produced to requirements and in accordance with standards
 Demonstrate sound techniques to provide appropriate protection
to finished signs against handling damage
 Identification of faults and problems that occur and necessary
action taken to rectify
Required Knowledge Demonstrate a knowledge of :
and Attitudes  Workplace operations and procedures
 Quality of materials
 Control of handling procedures
 Use and maintenance of equipment
 Attention to clients brief
 Specifications of design
 Plan and prepare work
 Apply signage and lettering works
 Present work to client
 Clean up
Resource The following resources should be made available:
Implications  Reference documentation relating to producing signs
 Suitable layouts, drawings and/or specifications for signs in
simple forms
 Suitable work area
 Tools, equipment relevant to signage activity

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Methods of .Assessment may carry out through :
Context of • Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated

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Occupational Standard: - Structural Construction Works V
Unit Title Install and produce external wall finished cast cladding cement.
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency covered skill, knowledge, and attitude of the
install and produce external wall finishing cast cladding cement, the
general information of this unit of competence element covered starting
from elements of plan prepared to the end of element clean up covered.

1. Plan and prepare. 1.1 Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
purposes.
plans and policies.
1.3 Signage and barricade requirements are identified and
implemented.
and applied.
2. preparation of 2.1 The area is set up for prepared material to produce external wall-
production
external wall
finishing cast 2.2 the area is set up for equipment and tools preparation
cladding cement
2.3 preparation of standardized shelf to production of external wall
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center/work shop finishing cast cladding cement.
2.4 Ventilation is proved properly in the production room accordance to
ASTM standard.
2.5 mold components/materials are selected consistent with work.
3. Produce external 3.1. calculating and measuring all materials used to produced external
wall finished cast
cladding cement
3.2. cast cladding cement is mixed to designed proportions color and
non-color correctly applied to produce with manufacture
specification.
3.3. Clear produced according to design and manufacturer
specifications.
4. curing of external 4.1 curing the cast cladding cement according to the standard of
wall finished cast
specification.
cladding cement
4.2 Curing can be applied based on the weather condition and refer
4.3 Selected types of water used for curing the production of external
wall cast cladding cement.
5. Smooth, rough and 5.1 smooth and rough the surface of external wall finishing cast
test the surface of
external wall cast
cladding cement. 5.2 Smooth standards the material properties used in external wall
cast cladding cement checked based on the standards referenced.
5.3 tested the external wall finishing cast cladding cements product.
6. installing and 6.1 External wall finishing cast cladding cement work is checked for
erecting of faults and any variations are reported properly.
external wall cast 6.2 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to be
cladding cement. safe for install and erection.
6.3 Position of external wall finishing cast cladding cement are set-out
according to the drawing and specifications.
6.4 External wall fishing cast cladding cement are erected /installed to
correct location according to specifications and safety procedures
6.5 Element of External wall fishing cast cladding cement are joined,
if required, according to drawing and specifications.
7. finishing of external 7.1 Finishing techniques are applied, including epoxy materials and
wall cast cladding
other suitable finishes.
cement.
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7.2 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a range
of tools and techniques.
7.3 checked the levelling of external wall cast cladding cement by
using levelling tools.
8. Clean up and store 8.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
equipment.
specification
8.3 Special effect painting equipment and spray-painting equipment are
dismantled, cleaned, maintained and stored.
environmental requirements.
Variable Range
 work schedules, plans and specifications.
 signage
 sketches
personnel
 regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to the
application of advanced decorative paint finishes
 relevant ASTM
decorative paint finishes
Planning and May include, but are not limited
preparation  work site inspection.
policies

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organizational first aid requirements.
 Properly hand tools and equipment’s to minimized accidence
and damages of tools and equipment.
 Brush
 Roller
 Chisel
 Black wire
 Water Hose
 Trowel
 Plastering hawk
 Hand pump
 Gunning sealant
 Meter
 cutter

 clear finishes
 fillers
 linseed oil
 cement.
 Mesh wire 1mm
 relevant regulations, including if when present Ethiopian
standards
 dust and noise
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ASTM May include, but are not limited to:
 American Society for Testing and Materials standards
 Cement standard for plasters American Society for Testing and
Materials C926
curing May include, but are not limited to:
 The curing of external wall cast cladding cement production
guiding based on the standards.
 Used cleaner water to curing external wall cast cladding cement
productions.
Weathering condition  To production of external wall cast cladding cement based on
the weather condition and referred the standards.
Evidence Guide
competence  locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 Curing can be applied based on the weather condition and refer
 smooth and rough the surface of external wall finishing cast
 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to
be safe for install and erection
 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a
range of tools and techniques.
 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
Required Knowledge Demonstrates knowledge.
and Attitudes  plans, drawings and specifications
 calculating and measuring all materials used to produced
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external wall finishing cast cladding cement
 Clear produced according to design and manufacturer
specifications.
 Finishing techniques are applied, including epoxy materials and
other suitable finishes
 Selected types of water used for curing the production of
external wall cast cladding cement
 Smooth standards the material properties used in external wall
cast cladding cement checked based on the standards referenced.
 Waste and unwanted materials are removed and placed into job
Required Skills  Demonstrates skill.
 The area is set up for prepared material to produce external wall-
 calculating and measuring all materials used to produced
external wall finishing cast cladding cement.
 cast cladding cement is mixed to designed proportions colour
and non-colour correctly applied to produce with manufacture
specification.
 Elements of external wall finishing cast cladding are ensured to
be safe for install and erection.
 Decorative finishes, including varnished are applied using a
range of tools and techniques
Resources Implication Access is required to real including work areas; materials and equipment
and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
 Interview /Written Test /Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place

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Ministry of Labor and Skill

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

A Unit of Competence describes a distinct work activity. It is documented in a standard format

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

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EIS FCW3 10 0322 EIS FCW3 11 0322 EIS FCW3 12 0322

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EIS FCW4 07 0322 EIS FCW4 08 0322 EIS FCW4 09 0322

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Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

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Elements Performance Criteria

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Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Methods of Competency should be assessed through:

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Elements Performance Criteria

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Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Elements Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Elements Performance Criteria

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Plan and 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality

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6. Prepare 6.1 Assistance with underlay preparation is provided under

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Elements Performance Criteria

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Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3

Elements Performance Criteria

Ministry of Labor and Skills Finishing Construction Works Version 3