OS BBCW Level I

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
OCCUPATIONAL STANDARD
BASIC BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

WORKS
NTQF Level I
Ministry of Education
November 2018
Introduction
Ethiopia has embarked on a process of reforming its Technical and Vocational
Education and Training (TVET) System. Within the policies and strategies of the
Ethiopian Government, technology transformation by using current 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 Ethiopian Occupational Standard (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 Ethiopian standards, which
define the current and future occupational requirements and expected outcome related
to a specific occupation using distinct Unit of Competences without taking TVET
delivery into account.
The whole Package EOS document for an occupation is an integrated set of nationally
endorsed core generic Unit of Competences organized in to different qualification
levels built one upon the other below or side wise to make full occupational profile.
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 title
 Unit code
 Unit descriptor
 Elements and Performance criteria
 Range and Variables
 Evidence guide
Together all the parts of a Unit of Competence guide the assessor/curriculum

developer in determining the candidate training and assessment.
The ensuing sections of this EOS document comprise a description of the occupation
with all the key components of a Unit of Competence:
 Chart with an overview of all Units of Competence with their Unit Codes and Titles
 Detail contents of each Unit of Competence
 Occupational map providing the TVET providers with information and important
requirements to consider when designing training programs using this standards
and show a career path
1. Modification History
Ministry of Education Basic Building Construction Works Version 5
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Copyright Ethiopian Occupational Standard November 2018
2.1 Occupational Title:
This occupational Standard is set for Basic Building Construction Works Level I:
This occupational Standard is version 5 and revised in November 2018.
2.2 Description of the Occupation
2.2.1 Level Description
1. Level I
Breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills embodied in the units qualify a
person to perform a defined range of activities most of which may be routine and
predictable.
Applications may include a variety of employment related skills including preparatory

access and participation skills, broad-based induction skills and/or specific workplace
skills. They may also include participation in a team or work group.
1.2.2 Occupant performance profile

Level 1
Basic building construction works
Occupational standard for each level covers description of the competences (knowledge,
skills and attitudes) to perform work activities to standard required at work paces
expressed as occupant performance profile:
 Work Safely in the Construction Industry
 Carry-Out Measurements and Simple Calculations
 Prepare Technical Drawings
 Use Construction Hand and Power Tools
 Perform Bench Work
 Setting out Profile Set-up for Building Works
 Prepare Surfaces for Construction Works
 Handle Construction Materials
 Prepare and Mix Mortar, Cast, and Level Concrete Work
 Lay Masonry Unit
 Erect & Dismantle Scaffolding and form work
 Install PVC, Conduit and Wiring Systems
 Install Water Supply and drainage System
 Mix and Match Specified Paint Color
 Apply smooth finish paint by brush & spray
 Operate personal computer
 Apply quality standards
 Work with Others
 Receive and Respond to Workplace Communication
 Demonstrate Work Values
 Develop Understanding of Entrepreneurship
 Apply 3S
2. Unit Code:

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There are agreed conventions for the unit codes used for unit of competences
organized for any specific occupational standard. Codes are given by considering
international and national benchmarks.
Example:
Occupational title: Basic Building Construction Works
Unit Title: Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Unit Code: EIS BBCW1 01 1118
Unit Coding is Described Here Under:
Character What it stands for:
EIS First three characters signify the priority/major

industry/sector acronym. E.g. Economic infrastructure
BBCW1 Four characters in the second group signify the acronym

of the occupational title expressed as a work function
and qualification level written in numerical form shows
the unit belongs. E.g. Basic Building Construction
Works Level I
01 Third group with two numbers signify the numerical order

of the specific unit
1118 Fourth group of four characters signify the month and

year of development. E.g. November 2018
3. Version Change
This occupational standard is developed in the title of Basic Building Construction Works
Level I. The title of the occupational standard for this version is maintained the existing
title names (Level l), to which the relevant sector for the occupation- Economic
infrastructure sector belongs. Hence, units of competences considered from previous
Basic building construction works (Level I, 2011), and these versions are modified in
to the above mentioned occupations and can be considered as a new occupation by
endorsing their own competency.
The version number for future revision will either be changed or not, depending on the
extent of the change. Thus, those who are responsible to undertake competence
assessment and provide training should check for the version number and review date of
the document to confirm the latest version number before developing assessment tools
and commence training respectively. Users are also advised to contact the agency for any
doubts they have on the document or may refer to the website.
The development date is the time the document is prepared and validated by relevant
industry experts and approved by relevant sector leading the industry. It indicates the

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effective date to use the document for training and assessment purposes and termination
of use of the previous version for any purposes.
The endorsed occupational standards and their components may remain current up to
five years from the date of development. This version is developed in November 2018.
Users of this occupational standard are advised strictly to read and understand the table
below for the changes made on the occupational standard during revision process.
Previous Occupational Standard Modified Occupational standard
Name and Level : BASIC BUILDING Name and Level: Basic building
CONSTRUCTION WORKS Level I construction works Level I
Version: IV Version: V
Date of Development: March 2011 Date of Development/review: November, 2018
Revision Changes
Occupational Changes on the units Justification/Remark
Level
I Retained &re-Approved Units: By making Some changes
 Work Safely in the Construction on the contents, including
Industry updating unit codes
 Carry-Out Measurements and
Simple Calculations
 Prepare Technical Drawings
 Use Construction Hand and Power
Tools
 Perform Bench Work
 Setting out Profile Set-up for
Building Works
 Prepare Surfaces for Construction
Works
 Prepare and Mix Mortar, Cast, and
Level Concrete Work
 Lay Masonry Unit
 Erect & Dismantle Scaffolding and
form work
 Install PVC, Conduit and Wiring
Systems
 Install Water Supply and drainage
System
 Mix and Match Specified Paint
Color
 Apply smooth finish paint by brush
& spray
 Operate personal computer
 Apply quality standards
 Work with Others

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 Receive and Respond to
Workplace Communication
 Demonstrate Work Values
 Develop Understanding of
Entrepreneurship
 Apply 3S
Merged Units:  Setting out Profile Set-
 Setting out Profile and lay out up for Building Works
angles. and lay out vertical and
 Lay Masonry Unit horizontal angles are
 Install Water Supply, Drainage merged.
Systems and their Component  Lay Paving is included
 Prepare, Mix, Cast, and Level under Lay Masonry
Mortar and Concrete Work Unit as elements
 Handle Carpentry and Joinery  Install Water Supply
Materials Systems and
Components and
Provide Water
Drainage are merged
 Prepare and Mix
Mortar and Concrete
and Cast and level
concrete are merged
 Handle Carpentry and
Joinery Materials is
merged with handle
construction materials
Replaced Units: Replaced by:
 Read and Interpret Plans and " Prepare Technical
Working Drawings Drawing "
Removed Units: The first two units are
 Carry-out Chiseling stone included under lay
 Shape Natural Stone masnory unit as elements
 Perform Roughing-In Activities for and the last units are
Installation Communication moved in to level two.
Cables and Distribution Systems
New units Added: Taken from Bench mark.
4. Occupational Map
The following occupational map is the current occupational structure in this sector. It
also shows titles of occupations, vertical pathways and the level of qualifications.

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY CHART
Occupational Standard: BASIC BUILDING CONSTRUCTION WORK
Occupational Code: EIS BBCW1
NTQF Level I
EIS BBCW1 01 1118 EIS BBCW1 02 1118 EIS BBCW1 03 1118
Work Safely in the Carry-Out Measurements Prepare Technical
Construction Industry and Simple Calculations Drawings

Use Construction Hand and Perform Bench Work Setting out Profile Set-up
Power Tools for Building Works

Prepare Surfaces for Handle Construction Prepare and Mix Mortar,
Construction Works Materials Cast, and Level Concrete
Work
Lay Masonry Unit Erect and dismantle Install PVC, Conduit and
scaffolding and form Wiring Systems
work
Install Water Supply and Mix and Match Specified Apply smooth finish paint
drainage System Paint Color by brush & spray

Operate personal computer Apply quality standards Work with Others

Receive and Respond to Demonstrate Work Develop Understanding
Workplace Communication Values of Entrepreneurship
EIS BBCW1 22 1118

Apply 3S

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Occupational Standard: Basic building construction works Level I
Unit Title Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Unit Code EIS BBCW1 01 1118
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to
undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) induction
training within the construction industry.
Elements Performance Criteria

1. Identify OHS 1.1. Applicable OHS legislative requirements relevant to own work,
legislative role and responsibilities are identified and explained.
requirements. 1.2. Duty of care requirements are identified.
1.3. Own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices are
identified and explained.
2. Identify 2.1. Basic principles of risk management are identified.
construction 2.2. Common construction hazards are identified and discussed.
hazards and 2.3. Measures for controlling hazards and risks are identified.
control
measures.
3. Identify OHS 3.1. OHS communication processes, information and
communication documentation are identified and discussed.
and reporting 3.2. Role of designated OHS personnel is identified and explained.
processes. 3.3. Safety signs and symbols are identified and explained.
3.4. Procedures and relevant authorities for reporting hazards,
incidents and injuries are identified.
4. Identify OHS 4.1. General procedures for responding to incidents and
incident emergencies are identified and explained.
response 4.2. Procedures for accessing first aid are identified.
procedures. 4.3. Requirements for the selection and use of relevant personal
protective equipment are identified and demonstrated.
4.4. Fire safety equipment is identified and discussed.
Variables Range
OHS legislative May include, but not limited to:
requirements  construction industry OHS standards and guidelines
 duty of care
 health and safety representatives, committees and
supervisors
 licences, tickets or certificates of competency
 National Code of Practice for Induction Training for
Construction Work
 national safety standards
 OHS and welfare Acts and regulations
 Safety codes of practice.
Duty of care May include, but not limited to:
requirements  legal responsibility under duty of care to do everything
reasonably practicable to protect others from harm
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 own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices,
including activities that require licences, tickets or certificates
of competency
 relevant state OHS requirements, including employers and
self-employed persons, persons in control of the work site,
construction supervisors, designers, manufacturers and
suppliers, construction workers, subcontractors and
inspectors.
Safe work May include, but not limited to:
practices  access to site amenities, such as drinking water and toilets
 general requirements for safe use of plant and equipment
 general requirements for use of personal protective equipment
and clothing
 housekeeping to ensure a clean, tidy and safer work area
 no drugs and alcohol at work
 preventing bullying and harassment
 smoking in designated areas
 Storage and removal of debris.
Risk May include, but not limited to:
 Relates to likelihood of a hazard causing injury or harm.
Principles of risk May include, but not limited to:
management  assessing the risks involved
 consulting and reporting ensuring the involvement of relevant
workers
 controlling the hazard
 identifying hazards
 Reviewing to identify change or improvement.
Hazard May include, but not limited to:
 relates to anything (including an intrinsic property of a thing)
or situation with the potential to cause injury or harm.
Common May include, but not limited to:
construction  confined spaces
hazards  electrical safety
 excavations, including trenches
 falling objects
 hazardous substances and dangerous goods
 HIV and other infectious diseases
 hot and cold working environments
 manual handling
 noise
 plant and equipment
 traffic and mobile plant
 unplanned collapse
 ultraviolet (UV) radiation
 Working at heights.

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Measures for May include, but not limited to:
controlling risk to  elimination
eliminate or  substitution
minimise  isolation
hazards in  engineering control
accordance with
 administrative control
the hierarchy of
 Personal protective equipment.
control
OHS May include, but not limited to:
communication  discussions with OHS representatives
processes  OHS meetings
 OHS notices, newsletters, bulletins and correspondence
 OHS participative arrangements
 processes for raising OHS issues
 toolbox talks
 Workplace consultation relating to OHS issues and changes.
OHS information May include, but not limited to:
and  accident and incident reports
documentation  Acts and regulations
 Australian standards
 codes of practice
 construction documentation and plans
 emergency information contact
 evacuation plans
 guidance notes
 job safety analyses
 labels
 material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 preforms for reporting hazards, incidents and injuries
 reports of near misses and dangerous occurrences
 risk assessments
 safe work method statements
 safety meeting minutes
 Site safety inspection reports.
Designated OHS May include, but not limited to:
personnel  first aid officers
 OHS committee members
 OHS representatives
 Supervisors.
Safety signs and May include, but not limited to:
symbols  emergency information signs (e.g. exits, equipment and first
aid)
 fire signs (e.g. location of fire alarms and fire fighting
equipment)
 hazard signs (e.g. danger and warning)
 regulatory signs (e.g. prohibition, mandatory and limitation or
restriction)
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 Safety tags and lockout (e.g. danger tags, out of service tags).
Relevant May include, but not limited to:
authorities  emergency services (e.g. police, ambulance, fire brigade and
emergency rescue)
 OHS regulatory authority
 Supervisor.
Incidents May include, but not limited to:
 accidents resulting in personal injury or damage to property
 near misses or dangerous occurrences which do not cause
injury but may pose an immediate and significant risk to
persons or property, and need to be reported so that action
can be taken to prevent recurrence, for example:
 breathing apparatus malfunctioning to the extent that the
user's health is in danger
 collapse of the floor, wall or ceiling of a building being used as
a workplace
 collapse or failure of an excavation more than 1.5 metres
deep (including any shoring)
 collapse or partial collapse of a building or structure
 collapse, overturning or failure of the load bearing of any
scaffolding, lift, crane, hoist or mine-winding equipment
 damage to or malfunction of any other major plant
 Electric shock.
 electrical short circuit, malfunction or explosion
 uncontrolled explosion, fire or escape of gas, hazardous
substance or steam
 Any other unintended or uncontrolled incident or event arising
from operations carried on at a workplace.
General May include, but not limited to:
procedures for  basic emergency response (keep calm, raise alarm, obtain
responding to help)
incidents and  evacuation
emergencies  notification of designated OHS personnel and authorities
 notification of emergency services (e.g. when and how)
 Referring to site emergency plans and documentation.
Emergencies May include, but not limited to:
 chemical spill
 fire
 injury to personnel
 structural collapse
 toxic and/or flammable vapours emission
 Vehicle/mobile plant accident.

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Personal May include, but not limited to:
protective  aprons
equipment  arm guards
 eye protection
 gloves
 hard hat
 hearing protection
 high visibility retro reflective vests
 protective, well fitting clothing
 respiratory protection
 safety footwear
 UV protective clothing and sunscreen.
Fire safety May include, but not limited to:
equipment  breathing apparatus
 fire blankets
 Fire fighting equipment.
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  applicable OHS legislative and safety requirements for
construction work including duty of care
 the range of common construction hazards and procedures
for the assessment of risk and application of the hierarchy of
control
 OHS communication processes, information and
documentation including the role of OHS committees and
representatives, the meaning of common safety signs and
symbols, and procedures for reporting hazards, incidents
and injuries
 General procedures for responding to incidents and
emergencies including evacuation, first aid, fire safety
equipment and PPE.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  OHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice
Attitudes and industry standards/guidance notes relevant to own
work, role and responsibilities
 basic principles of risk management and assessment for
construction work
 common construction hazards
 common construction safety signage and its meanings
 general construction emergency response and evacuation
procedures
 general construction work activities that require licenses,
tickets or certificates of competency
 general first aid response requirements
 general procedures for raising OHS issues
 general procedures for reporting OHS hazards, accidents,
incidents, emergencies, injuries, near misses and dangerous
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occurrences
 general procedures for responding to hazards, incidents and
injuries
 general workers' compensation and injury management
requirements
 OHS hierarchy of controls
 OHS responsibilities and rights of duty holders, including:
 persons in control of construction work/projects
 employers and self-employed persons
 supervisors
 employees
 designers
 inspectors
 manufacturers and suppliers
 own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices
relating to:
 housekeeping
 identification of hazards
 preventing bullying or harassment
 smoking
 use of amenities
 use of drugs and alcohol
 role of OHS committees and representatives
 types of common personal protective equipment and fire
safety equipment
 Types of OHS information and documentation.
Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:
Skills  communication skills to:
 clarify OHS legislative requirements
 verbally report construction hazards and risks
 ask effective questions
 relay information to others
 discuss OHS issues and information
 comprehension skills to:
 explain the basic OHS legislative requirements which will
be applicable to own work
 explain the meaning of safety signs and symbols
 identify common construction hazards
 Discuss the basic principles of risk management.
Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications  access to real or appropriately simulated leather garment
production situations including areas, materials, equipment,
and information on work specifications/patterns, relevant
safety procedures and regulations, quality standards,
organization procedures and customer requirements

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Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context for Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a
Assessment simulated work place setting

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Unit Title Carry-Out Measurements and Simple Calculations
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on identifying
and measuring objects based on the required performance
standards.
1. Select 1.1. Object or component to be measured is identified, classified

measuring and interpreted according to the appropriate regular
instruments geometric shape
1.2. Measuring tools are selected/identified as per object to be
measured or job requirements
1.3. Correct specifications are obtained from relevant sources
1.4. Appropriate measuring instruments are selected
according to job requirements
1.5. Alternative measuring tools are used without sacrificing cost
and quality of work
2. Carry out 2.1. Accurate measurements and calculation are obtained
measurements according to job requirements
and 2.2. Alternative measuring tools are used without sacrificing cost
calculations and quality of work
2.3. Calculation needed to complete work tasks are performed
using the four basic process of addition (+), subtraction (-),
multiplication (x) and division (/) including but not limited to:
trigonometric functions, algebraic computations
2.4. Calculations involving fractions, percentages and mixed
numbers are used to complete workplace tasks
2.5. Numerical computation is self-checked and corrected for
accuracy
2.6. Instruments are read to the limit of accuracy of the tool
2.7. Systems of measurement identified and converted
according to job requirements/ISO
2.8. Work pieces are measured according to job requirements
Variables Range
Geometric shape May include, but not limited to:
 Round
 Square
 Rectangular
 Triangle

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 Sphere
 Conical
Measuring May include, but not limited to:
instruments  Vernier caliper (out, inside)
 Straight edge
 Thickness gauge
 Try-square
 Protractor
 Combination gauge
 Steel rule
 Measuring tape
 Sprit level
Measurements May include, but not limited to:
and calculations  Linear
 Volume
 Area
Evidence Guide
Competence  Selected and prepared appropriate measuring instruments
in accordance with job requirements
 Performed measurements and calculations according to
job requirements
Knowledge and  Trade mathematics / Mensuration
Attitudes
 Four fundamental operation
 Linear measurement
 Dimensions
 Unit conversion
 Ratio and proportion
 Trigonometric functions
 Algebraic equations
 Tolerance

Skills  Performing measurements
 Performing calculation by addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division; trigonometric functions and
algebraic equations
 Visualizing objects and shapes
 Interpreting formulas for volume, areas, perimeters of

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plane and geometric figures
 Proper handling of measuring instruments
Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications  Workplace location
 Problems to solve
 Measuring instrument appropriate to carry out tasks
 Instructional materials relevant to the propose activity
Methods of Competency should be assessed through:
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any
Assessment appropriate simulated environment

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Unit Title Prepare Technical Drawings
Unit Descriptor This unit specifies the competency required to read and interpret
plans and specifications and produce sketches, orthographic
and sectional view drawings relevant to General Construction
projects.

1.1. OHS requirements associated with preparing basic building
1. Collate
drawings and documentation tasks and the workplace
information for
environment are adhered to.
drawings
1.2. Quality requirements of the company operations are
recognized and adhered to.
1.3. Tools and equipment selected are consistent with
preparing construction drawings and documentation,
checked for serviceability and any faults reported to
supervisor.
1.4. Drawing type is selected from a range of drawings to suit
job requirements.
1.5. Key features, site dimensions and orientation, buildings,
services and features are identified for inclusion in
drawings.
2.1. Drawing medium is selected to suit job requirements.
2. Create simple
2.2. Simple two dimensional drawings and sketches are
sketches,
prepared using standard drawing conventions.
orthographic
2.3. Simple three dimensional drawings and sketches are
drawings and
prepared using standard drawing conventions.
sectional
2.4. Sectional details of simple building elements and elevations
views
are prepared using standard drawing conventions.
2.5. Common symbols and abbreviations are included using
correct format and conventions.
2.6. Title panels are prepared to enable verification that drawing
used is the latest version.
3.1. Purpose of specification is identified as they relate to
3. Develop
building drawings.
specifications
3.2. Elements are identified as suitable for use in specifications.
3.3. Specification for a construction project is drafted using
correct format and conventions.
Variables Range
May include, but not limited to:
Occupational
Health and  protective clothing and equipment
Safety(OHS)  use of tools and equipment
 workplace environment and safety
 handling of materials
 use of firefighting equipment
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 organizational first aid
 hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
Tools and
Equipment  Pencil, pen and ink
 computer aided drafting
 graph paper
 cartridge paper or tracing paper
Key features of
drawings  shape of site, proposed building(s), roads
 easements, existing buildings/structures, services
 dimensions, types of structure, shape of structure
 type of construction, layout, service requirements
 location of plant and machinery
 vertical and horizontal measurements
Orientation
 relationship to the north compass point
 location of roads
 relationship to neighboring properties
Services
 drainage, sewerage, gas
 telephone and cable
 water and electricity
Drawing mediums May include, but not limited to:
 pencil, pen and ink
 computer aided drafting
 graph paper
 cartridge paper or tracing paper
Specifications
 quality of work,
 quality assurance
 nominated sub-contractors
 provision of site access/facilities
 details relating to performance including:
 standards of work
 tolerances
 material types and characteristics
 treatments and finishes
Evidence Guide
Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Critical Aspects of
Competence  Location, interpretation and application of relevant
information, standards and specifications
 Compliance with site safety plan, OHS regulations and
State/Territory legislation applicable to workplace
operations
 Compliance with organizational policies and procedures
including quality requirements
 Communication and working effectively and safely with
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others
 Production of at least two sketches, one orthographic
drawings and one sectional view drawings for a minimum
of three construction projects in compliance with standard
drawing conventions
Knowledge and  Features of plans and elevations including direction, scale,
Attitudes key, contours, symbols and abbreviations
 Commonly used General Construction symbols and
abbreviations
 The processes for application of scales in plan
preparation/interpretation
 Techniques for orienting/confirming the orientation of a
plan
 Key features of formal job specifications
 Site and equipment safety requirements
 Project quality requirements
 General Construction terminology
 Basic calculations of heights, areas, volumes and grades
 Drawing techniques and conventions
Demonstrate skills to:
Underpinning
Skills  Create simple sketches, orthographic drawings and
sectional views
 Develop specifications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Resources
including:
Implication
 work areas, materials and equipment
 information on workplace practices and OHS practices
Competency may be assessed through:
Methods of
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Demonstration/ Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a


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Unit Title Use Construction Hand and Power Tools
Unit Code EIS BBCW 04 1118
Unit Descriptor This unit specifies the competency required to use hand and
power tools in construction work applications

1. Identify hand 6.1 OHS requirements associated with the use of construction
and power hand and power tools, and the workplace environment, are
tools adhered to throughout the work
6.2 Quality assurance requirements for company operations
are identified and adhered to
6.3 Types of hand and power tools and their functions are
identified
6.4 Power source(s), and access to power supply is recognized
2. Select 2.1. Hand tools are selected consistent with the needs of the
appropriate job
hand tools 2.2. Hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and
any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with
workplace requirements
2.3. Equipment is selected to hold, position or support material
for hand tools application
3. Use 3.1. Material is located and held in position for hand tool
appropriate application
hand tools 3.2. Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their
intended use
3.3. Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use
4. Select 4.1. Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected,
appropriate correctly fitted and used
power tools 4.2. Power tools are selected consistent with the needs of the
job in accordance with conventional work practice
4.3. Power tools are visually checked for tags,
serviceability/safety in accordance with OH&S requirements
and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with
enterprise procedures
4.4. Equipment is selected to hold, position or support materials
for power tool application
5. Use 5.1 Material is located and held in position for power tool
appropriate application
power tools 5.2 Power tools are safely and effectively used in application
processes
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5.3 Power tools are safely switched and located when not in
use
6. Clean up work 6.1 Work area is cleared in accordance with workplace
area and tools procedures
6.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations
and workplace procedures
6.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace
requirements
Variables Range
Occupational May include, but not 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,
 use of first aid equipment,
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed
under legislation, regulation and workplace policies and
practices
Hand tools May include, but not limited to:
 Hacksaw, pipe cutters
 Cutting snips, screwdrivers, pipe wrenches
 Tube flaring tools
 Battery operated and manual drills
 Pipe bender, files and rasps
 Spirit levels, try squares
 Ladders, silicon gun and pipe dies
 Circular saw, hammer, brushing
 Punches, scrapers, chisels
 Wrenches, gouges
 Boring tools - auger, brace, grin let, hand drill
 Holding tools - vise grip, c-clamp, bench vice
 Threading tools - die and stock, taps
 Various types of brushes, sprayers, rollers, scraper and
rasckets
Power tools May include sockets but not limited to:
 electric drills, power saw, cutter
 grinder, electric nibbler

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 electric dies (up to 100mm)
 PE and PPR welding machine
 compressed air and hydraulic tools and equipment
Evidence Guide
Competence  demonstrated compliance with occupational health and safety
regulations applicable to work place operations
 adopted and carried out correct procedures prior to, during
and after use of hand and power tools
 followed work instructions, operating procedures and
inspection practices to use the listed construction hand and
power tools for their appropriate application ensuring:
- here is no damage to materials, tools or equipment
- all work is completed to specification
- compliance with regulations, standards and organizational
quality procedures and processes
- communicate and work effectively and safely with others
Knowledge and  workplace safety requirements and OH&S legislation
Attitudes
 function and purpose of hand and power tools used in
construction applications
Skills  select appropriate hand tools and power tools for the specific
job
 use of appropriate hand tools and power tools
 clean and store hand tools and power tools
Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications  workplace: real or simulated work area
 appropriate tools & equipment
 materials relevant to the activity

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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
mark specified in the drawing.
dimensions/ 1.2. Dimensions/features are laid out and marked in
features on accordance with drawing specifications using bench work
work piece
tools and equipment.
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
file flat, avoid 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 safety procedures and using personal
protective devices.
3. Drill, ream 3.1. Hole is drilled, reamed, spot-faced and lapped to drawing
and 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
using tap and given 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 safety procedures and using personal
protective devices.
5. Off-hand grind 5.1. Cut edges are honed and free of burrs.
cutting tools
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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
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
Knowledge and  Shop safety practices
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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
Skills  Using bench work tools and equipment
 Using measuring instruments
 Operating drill press and grinders
Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
activity
 Materials relevant to the proposed activity
 Drawings, sketches or blueprint
Methods of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment
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 Interview/Written Test

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Unit Title Setting-out Profile Set-up for Building Works
Unit Descriptor This unit specifies the competency required identifying site
boundaries and survey indicators, establishing, measuring and
setting up of profiled set outs for buildings and structural
components of building work. The unit includes the positioning of
a building and associated structures on a site.

1. Plan and 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
prepare requirements and operational details are obtained,
confirmed 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
1.4. to commencement.
1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in
1.6. Accordance with plans and/or specifications.
1.7. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified,
1.8. Obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for
used.
1.9. Environmental protection requirements are identified for the
project in accordance with environmental plans and
regulatory obligations and applied.
2. Identify and 2.1. Survey pegs at corners of site are located and identified in
indicate site accordance with job drawings and specifications.
boundaries 2.2. String lines are set accurately into position to identify
boundaries of site in accordance with site plan and survey
pegs.
3. Set out first 3.1. Measurements of building line from boundary or existing
line for building are determined from site drawings.
building 3.2. Approximate position and length of line, plus building
alignment clearance 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
3.4. to mark footing width on hurdle/profile in accordance with
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job drawings and specifications
3.5. 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. Set out right 4.1. Corner of building is determined on set building line to true
angled corners measurement from adjacent boundary and marked with
peg in 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.
5. Install other 5.1 Hurdles for remaining building lines are installed to
building lines appropriate locations, approximately level with established
hurdles in accordance with job drawings and
specifications.
5.2 Measurement for remaining building lines are accurately
marked and nailed on hurdles to dimensions from site
drawings.
5.3 String lines are set taut into position to nailed locations on
hurdles in accordance with job drawings and
specifications.
6. Building lines 6.1 Diagonal measurements are checked for square and lines
are checked adjusted to provide square relationship within 5 mm
for square tolerance over minimum diagonal length of 15 m.
6.2 Measurements are checked for accuracy.
7. Clean up 7.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes
of practice and job specification.
7.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturers'
recommendations and standard work practices.
Variables Range
Health and Safety  use of tools and equipment,
(OHS)  workplace environment and safety,
 organizational first aid,
 the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments
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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 to:
Equipment  measuring tapes/rules, straight edges
 sledge hammers/lump hammers
 hammers, hand saws, nail bags, string lines
 marking equipment, spirit levels
 saw stools, automatic levels, laser levels,
 calculators
Materials May include but not limited to:
 Nails
 timber
 pegs
Evidence Guide
 Compliance with site safety plan, OH&S regulations and
 State/Territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
 including quality requirements
 Safe and effective operational use of tools and equipment
others
 Set out a full size L shape building on a relatively level site to
specifications
Knowledge and  Basic General Construction processes
Attitudes
 General Construction plan, symbols and construction
 terminology
 Processes for setting out
 Setting out device types, characteristics, technical
capabilities and limitations
 Setting out techniques
 Basic mathematical techniques associated with setting out
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 Processes for interpreting engineering drawings and
sketches
 Site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and
authorities
 Line, level and plumb
 JSA's/Safe work method statement
Skills  Plan and prepare for work
 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
activity
Method of Competency should be accessed through:

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Unit Title Prepare Surfaces for Construction Works
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skill and attitude to
work effectively to prepare surface for masonry, concrete, tilling
and plastering works.

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
accordance with plans and/or specifications
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
regulatory obligations and applied
2. Prepare 2.1. Floor and wall tiling materials are checked for product
materials for suitability, conformity to specification and compatibility with
tiling surface material, preparation and installation technique
application 2.2. Activities for material preparation are identified from
specifications, manufacturers’ or supervisor’s instructions
2.3. Material preparation is carried out to satisfy the
requirements of the application process
3. Prepare 3.1. Preparation requirements are identified from site
surface 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 with surface condition and job requirements
3.4. Tools are used to prepare surface in accordance with
manufacturers’ specifications and job requirements
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3.5. All loose or protruding material is removed by
sander/grinder and brush so that surface is prepared to
specification
4. Prepare 4.1. Assistance with underlay preparation is provided under

underlay and instructions and supervision
sheeting 4.2. Substrate surface is finished to approved surface
substrate standards with joints flush and sealed
4.3. underlay and sheeting substrate are prepared
5. Prepare render 5.1. Surface mounted construction units and attachments
substrate are safely detached, removed or arranged for removal
surface &Patch from area and stored
/fills hole 5.2. Substrate structure is identified and surfaces are cleaned
to remove all contaminants and loose material in
accordance with supervisor’s instructions
5.3. Materials for splash coat & fill holes are proportioned and
mixed to instructions ready for application to wet surface
5.4. Horizontal/vertical surrounds are prepared for tiling
process in accordance with type of tile and specified finish
5.5. Materials for render coat & fill holes are proportioned and
mixed to instructions ready for application
5.6. Surface is scratched, rendered, cured and dried to
instructions in accordance with specifications for tile
application
5.7. Patching materials are selected to suit material surface
and mixed to manufacturers’ specifications
6. Clean up Work 6.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
area recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/ codes
of practice and job specification
6.2. Plant, 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,
(OH&S)
 use of tools and equipment,
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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
Materials May include, but not limited to:
 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
Substrate May include:
preparation  use of underlay material
 rendering to provide a flat surface
 both chemical and mechanical preparation of surfaces
Underlay May include:
 Acoustic
 in sheet or liquid form
 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
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Patching May include but not limited to:
materials  cellulose/plaster proprietary fillers, plaster, sand and cement,
lime putty, caulking compounds and sheet material
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 tiling
 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 tiling& patch application
 prepared underlay and sheeting substrate
 prepared render substrate surface
 applied quality requirements
Knowledge and  workplace and equipment safety requirements
Attitudes  quality requirements
 general tiling& patch terminology
 plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 surface preparation techniques sanding, planning, leveling,
packing, patching and filling
 processes for the calculation of material requirements
 material safety data sheets
 plans, drawings and specifications
 materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly
waste management
 types, uses and limitations of surface preparation materials
Skills  planning and preparing work area
 preparing surface
 patching and filling holes and depressions
 preparing materials for tiling& patch application
 preparing underlay and sheeting substrate
 preparing render substrate surface
 applying oh & safety
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Implications  workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
necessary tools and equipment as well as consumable
materials
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a

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Unit Title Handle construction Materials
manually handle and store carpentry and joinery materials safely
and apply environmental management principles associated with
construction materials and components.

1. Plan and 1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained,
prepare confirmed and applied
1.2. Safety requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies
implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to
commencement
1.6. Materials appropriate to the s application are identified,
obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for
use
2. Manually 2.1. Construction materials are moved to specified location
handle, sort, applying safe manual handling techniques
stack and 2.2. Construction materials and components are sorted to suit
store material type and size, stacked for ease of identification and
construction retrieval for task sequence and job location in accordance
materials with job specifications
2.3. Construction materials and components are protected
against physical and water damage and stored clear of
access ways, for ease of identification, retrieval and
distribution
2.4. Signage and barricades are erected to isolate, protect and
secure stored materials from workplace traffic or access
2.5. Procedures are applied to ensure no cross contamination of
materials
2.6. Hazardous materials are identified and separated
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2.7. Nontoxic materials are carried using correct procedures
2.8. Dust suppression procedures are used to minimize health
risk to work personnel and others
2.9. Protection of material is provided in accordance with
specific material needs
3. Prepare for 3.1. Metal construction materials and components are
mechanical stacked/banded for mechanical handling in accordance
handling of with the type of material and plant/equipment to be used
materials 3.2. Construction materials and components are loaded,
unloaded, moved or located at specified location
4. Clean up 4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
4.2. recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and job specification
4.3. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations
and standard work practices
Variables Range
Tools and May include but not limited to:
Equipment  hammers, pinch bars, pallets, tong ,barb ending hack saw
wheelbarrows and may include benders, tin snips and
scaffolding
Materials May include but not limited to:
 sheet materials applicable to building and construction,
flooring materials, prefabricated elements,
 boxed, joinery units, steel sections/components,
Environmental May include but not limited to:
requirements  waste management, noise, dust, vibration and clean-up
management
Manual handling May include but not limited to:
 using pallets, carrying materials using correct lifting
techniques and control of waste
Hazardous May include but not limited to:
materials  solvents, glues, coatings and inflammable materials
Material May include but not limited to:
protection  correct handling and stacking techniques without damaging
the material and may include protecting with covers
Mechanical May include but not limited to:
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Evidence Guide
Competency  Complied with site safety plan and OH&S legislation
/regulations/ codes of practice applicable to workplace
operations
 Complied with organizational policies and procedures
 Applied safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and
equipment
others
 Safe handled, sorted and stacked components and metal
materials of varying lengths
 Applied safe moving and stacking of a given quantity of
sheet material
Knowledge and  Workplace and equipment safety requirements
Attitudes
 Quality requirements
 Tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 Carpentry & Joinery materials
 Processes for the calculation of material requirements
 Plans, drawings and specifications
 Materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly
waste management
 Hazardous materials
 Material sizes
Skills  Workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Quality requirements
 Tools and equipment types, characteristics, uses and
limitations
 Carpentry & Joinery materials handling techniques
 Carpentry & Joinery materials
 Plans, drawings and specifications
 Materials handling, storage and environmentally friendly
waste management
 Safe work method statements
activity

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Unit Title Prepare and Mix Mortar, Cast, and Level Concrete Work
prepare right mix concrete and different mortars (also in regard
of their usage). Furthermore it contains the different materials for
the preparation of the mortar and the concrete and cast concrete
including all necessary component’s, concrete finishing, dressing
and cure concrete

1.2. Occupational Health and safety(OHS) requirements are
followed in accordance with safety plans and policies
implemented
1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
serviceability and any faults
1.5. are rectified or reported prior to commencement
use
2. Gauge and mix 2.1. Mortar and/or concrete is identified, safe and healthy
to contractor’s 2.2. Working practices is adopted, materials are selected
working
instructions: 2.3. Components and equipment are identified; concrete and
mortar are prepared and mixed, by hand or mechanically.
2.4. Mortar and/or concrete is identified(Identification is
needed, because there is different mortar, different
concrete for different parts of a building and different
concrete for different weather conditions)
3. Receive and 3.1. Delivery advice is checked for accuracy to ordered
dispatch material
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discharge
3.3. Concrete is discharged via chute into wheelbarrow, kibble,
pump or hopper
3.4. Consistency is checked by slump test
4. Define and 4.1. Location of concrete placement is determined from plans
prepare work and specifications and check location for placement is free
area of debris and waste
4.2. Safe working area is maintained around pour location
using barriers and signage consistent with OH&S
regulations
4.3. Plant, tools and equipment is located to suit planned
placement
4.4. surface area to be wet by water
5. Place, compact 5.1 Concrete is placed in horizontal layers into location to
and vibrate the levels as indicated by markers, level pegs or lines
concrete 5.2 Height of vertical drop of concrete is minimized to avoid
segregation of concrete materials
5.3 Poured concrete is consolidated during process using
approved compaction or vibration method
5.4 Finished levels are checked against datum using
appropriate leveling device
6. Finish and 6.1 Concrete is screened to correct levels and/or grades using
concrete appropriate straight edged tool/formwork mounted screed
6.2 Float and trowel are applied after initial screening to
assist in maintaining a level surface and remove
screening inaccuracies
6.3 Mechanical trowel ling is applied to consolidate and
density the setting concrete surface
6.4 Control joints are installed, edges finished and concrete
trowel led to specifications
6.5 Final trowel/finish applied to concrete surface to
specifications
6.6 Concrete is cured to project specifications
6.7 Run off devices installed and maintained
6.8 Curing compound/method is applied and maintained on
concrete surface to project specifications
6.9 Concrete is protected during curing process by isolating
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7. Clean up 7.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
7.2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked,
Variables Range
safety(OHS)  use of tools and equipment,
Compaction or May include, but not limited to:
vibration methods  mechanical vibrators
Screening May include, but not limited to:
 a hand screed and may include a mechanical vibrating
screed and magic screeds
Assistance in May include, but not limited to:
maintaining a  allow manual and mechanical toweling to commence and be
level surface applied
Control joints May include, but not limited to:
 the concrete surface to control cracking according to
engineers drawings and specifications
Run off devices May include :
 preventative barriers to restrict curing agents from impacting
upon environmental areas
Curing May include :
compounds  water, silicate compounds, water based acrylic compounds,
solvent based acrylic compounds, PVA compounds, wax
based compounds, hydrocarbon compounds and chlorinated
compounds
Curing May include :
techniques/metho  hosing, sprinklers, pounding, curing compounds, impervious
ds plastic membranes, fogging, misting, steam and Hessian
overlays
Concrete May include :
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Curing process May include, but not limited to:
 a process to control moisture evaporation from finished
concrete to minimize shrinkage, add to final strength and
control cracking, it is undertaken to retain free mixing water
within the concrete to ensure ongoing cement hydration to
assist in minimizing dry shrinkage and to improve properties
such as potential compressive strength
Evidence Guide
Competence  planned and prepared concrete work
 performed concrete finishing, dressing and curing
 communicated effectively
 placed, compacted and vibrated the concrete
 applied workplace and equipment safety and quality
requirements
 described and used general construction terminology
 general construction terminology
limitation
 formwork techniques
 formwork materials
waste management
 processes for setting out and measuring
 line, level and plumb
 termite barriers
 safe work methods
Skills  planning work
 communicating effectively
 dispatching concrete
 preparing work area
 placing, compacting and vibrating the concrete.
 finishing concrete
 curing concrete
Implications  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
materials

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 Demonstration / Direct Observation with Oral Questioning

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Unit Title Lay Masonry Unit
right bed natural stones. In addition to that this unit contains the
use of metal ties and adhesives in natural stone walls. It gives
also an overlook about the finishing of the stone surface and the
different joints. In or without combination with metal ties and
adhesives.

1. Plan and 1.1. Quality Assurance requirements with company's
prepare work stonemasonry operations is recognized and adhered to.
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 and equipment 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. Materials are selected appropriate to needs of job and
specifications.
2. Split the stone 2.1. Stone is split in to small pieces using different sizes: sharp
in to desired 2.2. flat chisels, spiky chisel as required by the job
pieces 2.3. The split raw material is made ready according to the
required by the job
3. Chisel the 3.1. Primary chiseling tools used appropriate to their chiseling
stone using capacity.
appropriate tools 3.2. Secondary chiseling tools used appropriate to their
Chiseling capacity.
3.3. Raw material is measured out and chiseled according to
job requirement and specifications
3.4. Chiseled 10x10 cm. cobble stone for road and walk way
construction
3.5. Chiseled 15x17 cm. cobble stone for road, round tree, seat
and green area construction
3.6. Chiseled curb stone 40-100x20-25x10-15 as required

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(may be 40cm. length x20 height x10 cm. width) to support
edge of the pavement
3.7. Appropriate personal protective equipment are wore
following safe work procedures
4. Store the 4.1. Chiseled stone is collected properly based on their size
Chiseled cobble 4.2. Chiseled stone is stored in safe place
stone
5. Bed stone into 5.1. Prepared stone is selected appropriate to the job.
mortar 5.2. Mortar prepared to designed mix and spread or screened
to form a bed as required.
5.3. Mechanical ties, fixtures, reinforcing, etc. are placed as
required.
5.4. Stones laid to line and in a sequence as required by job.
5.5. Packers, wedges, mortar consistency, propping, shoring
and forming structures used to ensure correct joint size,
plumb, level and shape.
5.6. Backing materials used in a manner consistent with job
requirement.
5.7. Cavities maintained as required or specified.
6. Set out 6.1. Work platform is erected in accordance with regulatory and
brickwork and workplace requirements.
block works 6.2. Location and structural details of brickwork and block work
are determined from drawings and specifications.
6.3. Set out area is located and footing is checked for
conformity to dimensions and location as per job drawings,
specifications and standards.
6.4. Brick and block works are set out to location to dimensions
from drawings and specifications.
7. Construct brick 7.1. Mortar is mixed, block and bricks are laid to set out for
and block base and specified bond in accordance with specifications
walls and standards.
7.2. Brick and block wall is constructed maintaining bond and
completed to job specifications and standards.
7.3. Walls are to be straight and true in plumb line and level
within standard tolerances.
7.4. Damp proof courses are built to specifications and
standards.
7.5. Openings are constructed and lintels are installed to job
specifications and standards.
7.6. Tie down and lateral support systems for ceiling/roof
structures are installed to walls in accordance with plans,
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8. Perform dry 8.1 Prepared stone appropriate to job set in place dry and
bed stone and supported as required by wedges, packers, props, etc.
grout 8.2 Joints prepared and grout poured gradually as required to
fill voids.
9. Perform dry 9.1.Stone prepared or selected in a manner appropriate to job
stone 9.2.Stone is laid to achieve maximum stability using chips, flat
construction faces and battered angles, through stones, earth sods and
clay etc.
9.3.Capping stone is laid as required by job.
9.4.Walling laid in a manner maximizing the force of gravity as a
stabilizing element in structure.
10. Fix slab stone 10.1.Prepared stone slabs are fixed to metal or masonry
using metal surfaces using adhesives, cement mortar or plaster.
ties and 10.2.Metal ties and dowels are used to secure stone slabs as
adhesives required.
10.3.Dowel cavity is filled with grout or slurry as required in job
specification.
11. Finish stone, 11.1.Prepared stone slabs fixed to metal or masonry surfaces
brick & block using adhesives, cement mortar or plaster.
surfaces and 11.2.Metal ties and dowels used to secure stone slabs as
joints required.
11.3.Dowel cavity filled with grout or slurry as required in job
specification and surfaces cleaned as required by job.
11.4.Excess mortar is removed from brickwork, block works and
stone surfaces and cavities are cleaned free of mortar and
debris in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations, job specifications, standards and
codes.
11.5.Joints of laid brick works block works and stone are raked
or ruled to correct profile and depth in accordance with job
specifications.
11.6.Brickwork, block works and stone are brushed down prior
to drying to remove unwanted mortar.
11.7.Waste materials disposed of in an appropriate manner and
in accordance with EPA requirements.
12. Clean up 12.1.Tools and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored.
12.2.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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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
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

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Evidence Guide
Competence  Applied workplace and equipment safety requirements
 Identified and described types of masonry and characteristics,
masonry wall construction and application
 Prepared and described work drawings and specifications
 mixed mortar composition
 Described range of mortar additives including plasticizers and
their application
 Described and applied Building Code and Standards -
Demonstrated techniques in laying and securing stone
 Performed measuring and leveling
 Used tools and equipment safely
 Planned work
 Dried bed stone and grout and stone construction
 Bedded stone into mortar
 Fixed slab stone using metal ties and adhesives
 Finished stone surfaces and joints
Knowledge and  workplace and equipment safety requirements including
Attitudes regulations, 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
Skills  Planning and preparing work
 Drying bed stone and grout
 Bedding stone into mortar
 Drying stone construction
 Fixing slab stone using metal ties and adhesives
 Finishing stone surfaces and joints
 using tools and equipment
 measuring and leveling
 Applying workplace and equipment safety requirements
Implications  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
materials

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Methods of Competence should be accessed through:
Assessment  Demonstration / Direct observation
 Written test/interview

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Unit Title Erect and Dismantle Scaffolding and formwork
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skill and attitude to
erect and dismantle a range of modular scaffolding systems to
provide work platforms for construction purposes. The unit
includes edge protection, access ways and false work (scaffold
support systems for formwork).

confirmed and applied.
1.2. OHS requirements are followed in accordance with safety
plans and policies.
implemented.
1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to
commencement.
accordance with plans and/or specifications.
use.
2. Whip, tie, 2.1. Whipping cord and fiber rope is inspected for damage and
splice and or wear.
inspect ropes 2.2. Designated rope ends are whipped in accordance with
regulations 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
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3. Erect 3.1. Purpose for scaffolding is confirmed and associated work
scaffolding tasks identified.
3.2. Expected loading on scaffold and supporting structure is
determined using load tables and from manufacturers'
specifications.
3.3. Site access and egress routes are identified.
3.4. Scaffolding and components are selected and inspected
with damaged components labeled and rejected.
3.5. Sole board/base plate is selected in accordance with
regulations/legislation/codes of practice and manufacturers'
specifications.
3.6. Scaffolding is set out and erected in accordance with
regulatory requirements and manufacturers' requirements.
3.7. Static lines are erected and installed where specified in
accordance with regulatory requirements.
3.8. Lifting device is assembled and erected where specified.
4. Inspect, 4.1. Erected modular scaffolding is inspected for damage,
repair and corrosion, wear and compatibility.
alter erected 4.2. Current use of scaffolding is checked against original
scaffolding design and is in accordance with regulations and
specifications.
4.3. Scaffolding stability is 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
scaffolding barricaded to ensure safe dismantling.
5.2. Scaffolding is dismantled using reverse procedure as for
erection.
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/ codes of
practice and job specification.
6.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked,
maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturers'
Variables Range
Occupational May include:
Safety(OHS)  use of tools and equipment,

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Material quality May include:
requirements  relevant regulations including Ethiopian Standards,
 internal company quality policy and standards,
 workplace operations and procedures and manufacturers'
specifications
Environmental May include:
protection  waste management and noise
requirements  dust
 vibration and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
Competence  interpreted and applied relevant information, standards and
specifications
 complied with site safety plan and OHS
legislation/regulations/codes of practice applicable to
workplace operations
 complied with organizational policies and procedures
 used of tools, plant and equipment safe and effectively
operational
 communicated and worked effectively and safely with
others
 completed whipping, splicing, tying and inspecting of 5
fiber ropes in accordance with regulations
 completed planning, erection and dismantling of a modular
scaffolding system, in accordance with JSA's/safe work
method statements and regulations, including a minimum
of:
 5 bays with an internal and external return
 4 lifts including ties
 ladder and stair access
 Fall/edge protection
 interpretation and application of general construction
terminology
limitations
 scaffolding techniques
 scaffolding equipment
waste management
 JSA's/safe work method statements

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 relevant acts, regulations and codes of practice
 lifting devices
Skills  planning and preparing work area
 application of scaffolding techniques
 whipping, tying, splicing and inspecting ropes
 erecting scaffolding
 inspecting, repairing and altering erected scaffolding
 dismantled scaffolding
 cleaning up work area and disposing waste materials
Implications  workplace or fully equipped assessment location with
materials

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Unit Title Install PVC, Conduit and Wiring Systems
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the competencies needed for Installation of
electrical wiring systems, wiring systems using PVC and
Flexible Conduits.

1. Plan and 1.1. The existing electrical supply is confirmed in accordance
prepare with laid down procedure
1.2. Agreed procedures are followed to ensure the co-
ordination of site services and the activities of other trades
1.3. The means of electrical isolation is identified accurately
prior to commencing installation when required s
1.4. Isolation procedures are carried out to ensure a safe
installation in accordance with electrical regulations and
approved procedures
1.5. All locations are measured and marked out for wiring
systems, wiring enclosures, tools and equipment in
accordance with electrical regulations and to meet an
agreed specification
1.6. The planned locations are checked for their sensitivity,
visually acceptable and are in accordance with other site
services
2. Install wiring 2.1. The wiring systems, using PVC and Flexible Conduits are
system fixed safely and in accordance with relevant regulations
and manufacturers’ instructions
2.2. Test data is recorded in the format required by the job
specifications and quality assurance procedures
3. Inspect and
3.1. Report is done to relevant people those necessary
notify
variations to the planned program of work
completion of
work 3.2. The appropriate action is sought from the relevant people.
Variables Ranges
equipment  Electrical hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, wrenched, wire
splices, knives)
 Testing instruments (multi-tester, mugger, high potential
tester, earth resistance tester)
 Labelling machine, ladders etc.
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills on:
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 Sufficient knowledge and skill to install electrical wiring
systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge on:
Knowledge and  Organizational procedures for reporting variations to work
Attitudes schedules
 Health and Safety: the correct procedures for a safe
isolation with regard to:
 an assessment of safe working practice,
 correct identification of circuits to be isolated,
 correct test and proving instruments selected,
 use of correct testing methods, and
 Correct selection of devises for securing isolation.
 The implications for relevant parties of carrying out
 The importance of using personal protective equipment and
safe appropriate tools for specific jobs
 The hazards associated with using electrical equipment and
plant including their lifting, handling and fixing
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest. National
Standard for Electrical Installations relevant to types and
uses of wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
all Pos
 Finding out about the principles of electrical theory which
allow for the safe installation of electrical wiring systems,
wiring enclosures and equipment.
Underpinning Demonstrate skills on:
Skills  Installing electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment .
 The most effective methods of measuring, cutting to length
and installing wiring systems and wiring enclosures.
 The most effective methods of fabricating wiring enclosures.
The authority issuing procedures for co-coordinating data on
site services
 Interpreting diagrams and drawings to find site services and
the planned location of the wiring systems, wiring enclosures
and equipment
Resources The following resources must be provided
Implication  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
activities
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning

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Unit Title Install Water Supply and drainage System
Unit Descriptor This unit covers skills, knowledge and attitude required to install
and maintain pipelines to sanitation facilities.

prepare requirements and operational details relevant to the tasks
are obtained, confirmed and applied to the allotted task.
1.2. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements are
obtained from the site safety plan and organizational
policies and procedures, confirmed and applied to the
allotted task.
1.3. Signage requirements are identified and obtained from the
project traffic management plan and implemented.
1.4. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported.
1.5. Environmental protection requirements are identified
from the project environmental management plan confirmed
and applied to the allotted task.
2. Set out and 2.1. Work area and materials are prepared to support the
excavate efficient installation of the pipe work.
2.2. Dewatering requirements are determined and applied.
2.3. Location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe
2.4. system are determined from job drawings/ specifications.
Works are set out to specification.
2.5. Mains pipe system support mechanism is installed in
accordance with plans, specifications and standards.
3. Install mains 3.1 Types of pipes and fittings are identified based on the
pipeline requirement.
3.2 Appropriate tools and equipment are selected according to
working procedures.
3.3 Pipes are lowered and placed in position to design
specifications.
3.4 Pipes are joined in accordance with manufacturers’
specifications.
3.5 Pipes are placed and valves, fittings and flow control
devices are fitted in accordance with drawings and
specifications.
3.6 Alignment level and grade are checked continuously for
conformance with design plans and specifications.
3.7 Side support and/or overlay are/is positioned beside the
pipes
3.8 Mains pipe system support structure is checked.
3.9 Backfill procedure is monitored to ensure work is completed
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to specification, where specified.
3.10 Valve chambers, minor structures and thrust blocks are
constructed.
4. Test mains 4.1. Test is performed to relevant authority requirements as

pipe system determined by the specifications.
4.2. Mains pipe system test procedures are performed by
establishing pressurization, functionality and serviceability.
4.3. Test results are recorded and reported.
5. Clean up 5.1. Work area is cleared and materials are disposed of or
recycled in accordance with project environmental
management plan.
5.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and standard work practices.
Variables Range
Quality May include but not be limited to:
Requirements  dimensions, tolerances, standards of work and material

and project documentation to meet client satisfaction
Occupational May include but not be limited to:
Safety (OHS)  use of tools and equipment, workplace environment
 and safety, handling of materials,
 use of fire-fighting equipment,
 use of first aid equipment,
Tools and May include but not be limited to:
equipment  leveling equipment, shovels, lifting equipment, crow bars,
 hammers, grinders, jointing equipment and may include
oxyacetylene equipment, scaffolding and saws
 Pipe cutter
 Pipe wrenches
 Pipe threaded
 Tapes
 PPR welder
Environmental May include but not be limited to:
protection  Organizational/project , environmental management plan,
requirements waste management, water quality protection, noise, vibration,
dust and clean-up management
Materials May include but not be limited to:
 Pipes
 Concrete
 backfill
 bedding materials
Types of pipes May include but not be limited to:
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 Galvanized
 HDP
 PPR
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills on:
 Compliance with site safety plan, OHS regulations applicable
to workplace operations
Communication and working effectively and safely with
others
 Types of pipes and fittings
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge on:
Knowledge and  Civil construction terminology
Attitudes  Mains pipe systems and installation procedures
 Processes for interpreting engineering drawings
 Equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and
limitations
 Compliance with site safety plan, OHS regulations applicable
to workplace operations
 Mains water pressure
 Processes for the calculation of pipeline grades and
percentages
 Sizing of pipes
 Cross connections
 Sedimentation and erosion controls
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge and skills on:
Skills  Dewatering
 Operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures
 including testing procedures
 Valves and flow control devices
 Water reticulation
 Excavation/trench safety
 Materials Safety Data Sheets and materials handling
 methods
Implications  Workplace: Real or simulated work area
 Appropriate site plan and working drawing
 Drawing to the specific job
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Unit Title Mix and Match Specified Paint Color
Unit Descriptor This unit specifies the competency required to color match new
and existing painting finishes and mix.

safety plans and policies
implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks are
to commencement
1.5. Material quantities requirements are calculated in
use
2. Match paint 2.1. Base color is identified from analysis of sample
color to 2.2. Paint type, tint base and sheen level of sample are
specified established in accordance with manufacturers’
sample recommendations and specifications
2.3. Colorants are selected as suitable for color match
2.4. Color is mixed and matched against sample and allowed to
dry to establish accuracy of color match
2.5. Full quantity of paint is mixed and color match retested
prior to application in accordance with specifications
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Variables Range
Safety May include but not be limited to:
requirements  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 May include but not be limited to:
Equipment  Stirring implements,
 Colorant dispenser,
 Mixing receptacles,
 Paint brushes and may include mechanical paint mixers
(shakers)
Material May include but not be limited to:
quantities  packed, bulk, loose or compacted states and converted to
volumes in the other states
Environmental May include but not be limited to:
protection  Waste management and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects Must demonstrate a knowledge and skills to:
of Competence  location, interpretation and application of relevant
 compliance with site safety plan and OHS
 safe and effective operational use of tools and equipment
 communication and working effectively and safely with
others
 color match a minimum of two solvent-based and two
latex/acrylic paints to specification
Underpinning Demonstrate a knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Workplace, quality and equipment safety requirements
Attitudes  Painting and decorating terminology
 Color theory related to primary, secondary, tertiary and
intermediate colors
 The use of the color wheel
 Color principles related to monochromatic, complementary,
split complementary, analogous and triadic colors
 Factors that affect the apparent color of paint including
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 color and opacity of the paint
 age and deterioration of painted sample if in-situ
 lighting conditions
 color of surface covered by paint
 color of drapes and other furnishings
 color considerations regarding durability of colors in exterior
locations
Underpinning Demonstrate the skills to:
Skills  plan and prepare
 match paint color to specified sample
 clean up
Resource The following resources should be made available:
Implications  Workplace location or simulated workplace
 Materials relevant to the color matching of paint
 Hand and power tools and equipment appropriate to the
color matching of paint
 Realistic activities covering the mandatory task
requirements
 Specifications and work instructions
Methods of Competence may be accessed through:

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Occupational Standard : Basic building construction works Level I
Unit Title Apply Smooth Finish Paint by Brush& spray
apply brushed rolled &spray paint coatings to different
materials to form a protective and decorative painted finish

safety plans and policies
implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks are
to beginning
1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are
identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located
ready for use
1.8. Surfaces are prepared by removing unwanted coatings
and loose debris and filling with appropriate materials
2. Prepare the 2.1. Materials and substrate surfaces are prepared in
work areaand accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and
materials relevant Ethiopian Standards
2.2. Surrounding surfaces not to be painted are protected by
drop sheets, masking or removal of objects in accordance
with manufacturers’ recommendations and job
specifications
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 MSDS data sheets
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proportion and consistency in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and job specifications
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. Apply paint 3.1. Brush, roller & spray combination is selected for specified
with Brush, surface profile, size of area, type of paint, finish specified,
roller & spray level of opacity, texture and shine in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and job specifications.
4. Finish the 4.1. Finished paint surface is cured using curing method &
application tested using testing procedures in accordance with
manufacturers’ recommendations and job specifications.
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 with standard material handling practices ,
techniques and company requirements
5.3. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or
recycled in accordance with standard work practices
Variables Range
Occupational May include but not limited to :
Health and Safety  The conduct of operational risk assessment and
(OHS) 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 May include but not limited to :
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
 Step ladders, trestles, planks,
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 Hop-ups, aluminum mobile scaffold,
 Scissor-lifts and elevated work platforms
Environmental May include but not limited to :
protection
 waste management and clean-up management
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate a knowledge and skills to:
 Compliance with site safety plan and OH&S
others
 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
Underpinning Demonstrate a knowledge of :
Knowledge and  planning and preparing the work area and materials
Attitudes  applying paint with brush, roller & spray
 finishing the application and cleaning up of the tools and
equipment’s
Demonstrate the skill to:
Underpinning
Skills  plan and prepare
 prepare the work area and materials
 apply paint with brush, roller & spray
 finish the application
 clean up
The following resources must be provided:
Resource
Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes
or activity
Method of Competency should be accessed through:

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Unit Title Operate Personal Computer
Unit Descriptor This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to start up
and use a range of basic functions on a personal computer or
business computer terminal.
It applies to individuals who perform a range of routine computer
tasks in the various sectors of the business services industry and
generally work under direct supervision. And perform computer
operations which include inputting, accessing, producing and
transferring data using the appropriate hardware and software.

1. Start computer, 1.1. Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit user
system ergonomic requirements
information and
features 1.2. Ensure work meets organisational and work health and safety
(WHS) requirements for computer operation
1.3. Start computer or log on according to user procedures
1.4. Identify basic functions and features using system information
1.5. Customise desktop configuration, if necessary, with
assistance from appropriate persons
1.6. Use help functions as required
2. Navigate and
2.1. Open, close and access features by selecting correct
manipulate desktop icons
desktop
environment 2.2. Open, resize and close desktop windows by using correct
window functions
2.3. Create shortcuts onto the desktop, if necessary, with
assistance from appropriate persons
3. Organise files 3.1. Create folders/subfolders with suitable names
using basic
directory and 3.2. Save files with suitable names in appropriate folders
folder structures 3.3. Rename and move folders/subfolders and files as required
3.4. Identify folder/subfolder and file attributes
3.5. Move folders/subfolders and files using cut and paste, and
drag and drop techniques
3.6. Save folders/subfolders and files to appropriate media where
necessary
3.7. Search for folders/subfolders and files using appropriate
software tools
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4. Print information 4.1. Print information from installed printer
4.2. View progress of print jobs and delete as required
4.3. Change default printer, if installed
5. Shut down 5.1. Close all open applications
computer
5.2. Shut down computer according to user procedures
Variable Range
Physical May include, but not limited to:
components  keyboard
 monitor
 mouse
 Processor.
Peripheral devices May include, but not limited to:
 AV device
 external memory device
 multi card reader and writer
 network element:
 broadband router
 digital subscriber line (DSL) and cable modem
 hub
 wireless device
 personal digital assistant (PDA) and MP3 player
 printer
 scanner
 smartphone
 tablet
 uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
 universal serial bus (USB) dongle, such as:
 Bluetooth
 flash memory
 wireless device.
Personal computer May include, but not limited to:
 communications system
 desktop
 laptop
 server
 workstation.
Connectivity May include, but not limited to:
 AV connection
 cable, wireless, infra-red or Bluetooth connection
 internal connection or USB dongle
 network or stand-alone computer
 ports:
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 high definition multimedia interface (HDMI)
 printer
 USB.
Procedures May include, but not limited to:
 finger scan
 smartcard
 user name and password.
Settings May include, but not limited to:
 monitor settings:
 brightness
 colour
 contrast
 mouse settings:
 buttons
 speed.
Power-management May include, but not limited to:
settings after a  automatic power off
period of non-use  hibernation settings
 monitor power-saver settings.
Operating system May include, but not limited to:
 open source
 proprietary:
 Mac
 Unix or Linux
 Windows.
Application programs May include, but not limited to:
 email
 instant messaging
 internet or web browsers
 internet protocol (IP) voice applications, such as Skype
 media players
 office applications
 power-management software
 search engines
 Windows Explorer.
Basic office May include, but not limited to:
applications  media files
 PowerPoint
 spreadsheets
 word processor.
Minor changes May include, but not limited to:
 altering basic text
 renaming documents.
Security risks and May include, but not limited to:
threats  security threats:

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 cookies media used for backup
 pop-ups
 screen visibility
 spam
 trojan horses
 unauthorised access:
 adware
 hackers
 identity fraud
 malware
 phishing
 spyware
 viruses
 web browser risks
 worms.
Storage devices May include, but not limited to:
 disks:
 CD
 DVD
 blu-ray
 flash drives
 server
 solid state hard drives
 virtual devices.
Printer settings May include, but not limited to:
 cartridge type
 layout
 number of copies
 orientation
 paper size
 paper tray.
Audiovisual devices May include, but not limited to:
 data projector
 external monitor
 headset
 microphone
 speakers
 webcam or digital camera.
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills competence to:
Competence  use hardware and software
 navigate around the desktop
 use system features to perform tasks
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Knowledge and  basic parts of a computer and various hardware components
Attitudes  basic software operation and application packages
 basic computer functions, including security functions
 peripheral devices
 storage devices.
 Understanding of the purpose and specific functions of
common digital tools used in work contexts
 identify basic parts of a computer and various hardware
components
 explain commonly used software operation and application
packages
 name basic security functions and computer functions
 list a range of peripheral devices that can be used with a
personal computer
 describe common computer storage devices.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 communication skills to:
 communicate with peers and supervisors
 read and write basic workplace documents
 seek assistance and expert advice
 literacy skills to interpret user manuals and help functions
 technical skills to:
 apply basic keyboarding skills
 apply power-management settings
 back up and save information
 input user-access details for accessing a PC
 install and remove software
 manage mouse for different applications
 save and retrieve files to and from various locations
 send and retrieve emails
 use peripheral and storage devices
 use the internet.
 Plans routine tasks with familiar goals and outcomes, taking
some limited responsibility for decisions regarding
sequencing
 Enters information using familiar text types in a format
appropriate to environment
 Recognises textual information to determine and complete
technical functions
 Implement basic security requirements related to own tasks
 Recognise and respond to predictable routine problems
related to role in the immediate work context
Resources Access is required to appropriate assessment support when
Implication required and,
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and monitor
 use of basic software currently used in industry.
Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
 Observation / Demonstration

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Unit Title Apply Quality Standards
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, attitudes and skills required in
applying quality standards in the operational activities.

1.Assess own 1.1 Completed work is checked against organization standards
work relevant to the activity being undertaken.
1.2 An understanding is demonstrated on how the work activities
and completed work relate to the next process and to the final
appearance of the service / product.
1.3 Faulty service is identified and isolated in accordance with
policies and procedures.
1.4 Faults and any identified causes are recorded and reported in
accordance with standard procedures.
2. Assess quality 2.1 Services rendered are quality checked against standards
of service and specifications.
rendered 2.2 Service rendered are evaluated using the appropriate
evaluation parameters and in accordance with standards.
2.3 Causes of any identified faults are identified and corrective
actions are taken in accordance with policies and procedures.
3. Record 3.1 Basic information on the quality performance is recorded in
information accordance with organization procedures.
3.2 Records of work quality are maintained according to the
requirements of the organization / enterprise.
4. Study causes 4.1 Causes of deviations from final outputs or services are investigated
of quality and reported in accordance with standard procedures.
deviations 4.2 Suitable preventive action is recommended based on
organization quality standards and identified causes of
deviation from specified quality standards of final service or
output.
5. Complete 5.1 Information on quality parameters and other indicators of

documentation service performance is recorded.
5.2 All service processes and outcomes are recorded.
Variable Range
Quality check  Visual inspection
 Physical measurements
 Check against specifications/preferences

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Quality standards  materials
 service
 output
 processes/procedures
Quality  style/design/specifications
parameters  durability
 service variations
 materials
 damage and imperfections
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency  Checked completed work continuously against standard
 Identified and isolated faulty service / workmanship
 Checked service rendered against organization standards
 Identified and applied corrective actions on the causes of
identified faults
 Recorded basic information regarding quality performance
 Investigated causes of deviations of services against standard
 Recommended suitable preventive actions
Underpinning  Relevant quality standards, policies and procedures
Knowledge  Characteristics of services
 Safety environment aspects of service processes
 Relevant evaluation techniques and quality checking procedures
 Workplace procedures
Underpinning  Interpret work instructions, specifications and standards
Skills appropriate to the required work or service
 Carry out relevant performance evaluation
 Maintain accurate work records in accordance with procedures
 Meet work specifications
 Communicate effectively within defined workplace procedures
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
 Observation / Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Unit Title Work with Others
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to
develop workplace relationship and contribute in workplace
activities.
Element Performance Criteria

1. Develop 1.1 Duties and responsibilities are done in a positive manner
effective to promote cooperation and good relationship
workplace 1.2 Assistance is sought from workgroup when difficulties arise
relationship
and addressed through discussions
1.3 Feedback on performance provided by others in the team
is encouraged, acknowledged and acted upon
1.4 Differences in personal values and beliefs are respected
and acknowledged in the development
2. Contribute to 2.1 Support is provided to team members to ensure
work group workgroup goals are met
activities 2.2 Constructive contributions to workgroup goals and tasks are
made according to organizational requirements
2.3 Information relevant to work are shared with team members
to ensure designated goals are met
Variable Range
Duties and May include:
responsibilities  Job description and employment arrangements
 Organization’s policy relevant to work role
 Organizational structures
 Supervision and accountability requirements including OHS
 Code of conduct
Work group May include:
 Supervisor or manager
 Peers/work colleagues
 Other members of the organization
Feedback on May include:
performance  Formal/Informal performance appraisal
 Obtaining feedback from supervisors and colleagues and
clients
 Personal, reflective behavior strategies
 Routine organizational methods for monitoring service
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Providing support May include:
to team members  Explaining/clarifying
 Helping colleagues
 Providing encouragement
 Providing feedback to another team member
 Undertaking extra tasks if necessary
Organizational May include:
requirements  Goals, objectives, plans, system and processes
 Legal and organization policy/guidelines
 OHS policies, procedures and programs
 Ethical standards
 Defined resources parameters
 Quality and continuous improvement processes and
standards
Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competence  Provided support to team members to ensure goals are met
 Acted on feedback from clients and colleagues
 Accessed learning opportunities to extend own personal work
competencies to enhance team goals and outcomes
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge and  relevant legislation that affects operations, especially with
Attitudes regards to safety
 reasons why cooperation and good relationships are important
 knowledge of the organization’s policies, plans and
procedures
 understanding how to elicit and interpret feedback
 knowledge of workgroup member’s responsibilities and duties
 importance of demonstrating respect and empathy in dealings
with colleagues
 understanding of how to identify and prioritize personal
development opportunities and options
Underpinning Demonstrates skills:
Skills  ability to read and understand the organization’s policies and
work procedures
 write simple instructions for particular routine tasks
 interpret information gained from correspondence
 communication skills to request advice, receive feedback and
work with a team
 planning skills to organized work priorities and arrangement
 technology skills including the ability to select and use
technology appropriate to a task
 ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and
ethnic backgrounds
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to
information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

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Assessment simulated work place setting.

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Unit Title Receive and Respond to Workplace Communication
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to
receive respond and act on verbal and written communication.
Element Performance Criteria

1. Follow routine 1.1 Required information are gathered by listening attentively
spoken and correctly interpreting or understanding
messages information/instructions
1.2 Instructions/information are properly recorded
1.3 Instructions are acted upon immediately in accordance with
information received
1.4 Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor on all
occasions when any instruction/information is not clear
2. Perform 3.1 Written notices and instructions are read and
workplace interpreted correctly in accordance with organizational
duties following guidelines
written notices 3.2 Routine written instruction are followed in sequence
3.3 Feedback is given to workplace supervisor based on the
instructions/information received
Variable Range
Written notices May include:
and instructions  Handwritten and printed material
 Internal memos
 External communications
 Electronic mail
 Briefing notes
 General correspondence
 Marketing materials
 Journal articles
Organizational may include:
guidelines  Information documentation procedures
 Company policies and procedures
 Organization manuals
 Service manual
Evidence Guide
Competence  Demonstrated knowledge of organizational procedures for
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handling verbal and written communications
 Received and acted on verbal messages and instructions
 Demonstrated competence in recording
instructions/information
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of -
Knowledge and  organizational policies/guidelines in regard to processing
Attitudes internal/external information
 ethical work practices in handling communications
 communication process
Underpinning Demonstrates skills:
Skills  conciseness in receiving and clarifying
messages/information/communication
 accuracy in recording messages/information

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Unit Title Demonstrate Work Values
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required in
demonstrating proper work values.

1. Define the 1.1 One’s unique sense of purpose for working and the whys of
purpose of work are identified reflected on and clearly defined for one’s
work development as a person and as a member of society.
1.2 Personal mission is achieved in harmony with company’s
values
2. Apply work 2.1 Work values/ethics/concepts are classified and
values/ethics reaffirmed in accordance with the transparent company
ethical standards, policies and guidelines.
2.2 Work practices are undertaken in compliance with industry
work ethical standards, organizational policy and guidelines
2.3 Personal behavior and relationships with co-workers and/or
clients are conducted in accordance with ethical standards,
policy and guidelines.
2.4 Company resources are used in accordance with
transparent company ethical standard, policies and
guidelines.
3. Deal with 3.1 Company ethical standards, organizational policy and
ethical guidelines on the prevention and reporting of unethical
problems conduct are accessed and applied in accordance with
transparent company ethical standard; Work
incidents/situations are reported and/or resolved in
accordance with company protocol/guidelines.
3.2 Resolution and/or referral of ethical problems identified are
used as learning opportunities.
4. Maintain 4.1 Personal work practices and values are demonstrated
integrity of consistently with acceptable ethical conduct and company’s
conduct in the core values.
workplace 4.2 Instructions to co-workers are provided based on ethical,
lawful and reasonable directives.
4.3 Company values/practices are shared with co-workers
using appropriate behavior and language.
Variable Range

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Work May include:
values/ethics/  Commitment/ Dedication
concepts  Sense of urgency
 Sense of purpose
 Love for work
 High motivation
 Orderliness
 Reliability and Dependability
 Competence
 Goal-oriented
 Sense of responsibility
 Being knowledgeable
 Loyalty to work/company
 Sensitivity to others
 Compassion/Caring attitude
 Balancing between family and work
 Sense of nationalism
Work practices May include:
 Quality of work
 Punctuality
 Efficiency
 Effectiveness
 Productivity
 Resourcefulness
 Innovativeness/Creativity
 Cost consciousness
 3S
 Attention to details
Company May include:
resources  Consumable materials
 Equipment/Machineries
 Human
 Time
 Financial resources
Work incidents/ May include:
Situations  Violent/intense dispute or argument
 Gambling
 Use of prohibited substances
 Pilferages
 Damage to person or property
 Vandalism
 Falsification
 Bribery
 Sexual Harassment
 Blackmail

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Evidence Guide
Competence  Defined one’s unique sense of purpose for working
 Clarified and affirmed work values/ethics/concepts
consistently in the workplace
 Demonstrated work practices satisfactorily and consistently
in compliance with industry work ethical standards,
organizational policy and guidelines
 Demonstrated personal behavior and relationships with co-
workers and/or clients consistent with ethical standards,
policy and guidelines
 Used company resources in accordance with company
ethical standard, policies and guidelines.
 Followed company ethical standards, organizational policy
and guidelines on the prevention and reporting of unethical
conduct/behavior
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Occupational health and safety
Attitudes  Work values and ethics
 Company performance and ethical standards
 Company policies and guidelines
 Fundamental rights at work including gender sensitivity
 Work responsibilities/job functions
 Corporate social responsibilities
 Company code of conduct/values
 Balancing work and family responsibilities
Underpinning Skills Demonstrates skills in:
 Interpersonal skills
 Communication skills
 Self awareness, understanding and acceptance
 Application of good manners and right conduct

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Unit Title Develop Understanding of Entrepreneurship
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, skills and attitude required to
understand the concepts, principles, functions, strategies and
methods of entrepreneurship. It also covers identifying and
developing the entrepreneurial competencies.

1. Describe and 1.1 The concept and principles of entrepreneurship are
explain the analyzed and discussed.
concept, 1.2 Entrepreneurial traits and distinguishing features,
principles, and entrepreneurial motivations and types of entrepreneurs are
scope of identified and discussed.
entrepreneurshi
p 1.3 The role of entrepreneurship development for the Ethiopian
economy is explained and discussed.
1.4 Entrepreneurship for women and disables is discussed and
analyzed.
2. Discuss how to 2.1 The positive mind set, attitude towards poverty and “can do
become an mentality” is developed.
entrepreneur 2.2 Self-employment as an individual economic independence
and personal growth is discussed and analyzed.
2.3 Advantages and disadvantages of self-employment and
being an employee are explained and discussed.
2.4 Major competencies of successful entrepreneurs are
identified and explained.
2.5 Self-potential is assessed to determine if qualified to
become an entrepreneur.
2.6 The behaviors of successful entrepreneurs are identified
and discussed.
2.7 Business ideas are generated using appropriate tools,
techniques and steps.
2.8 Business opportunities are identified and assessed.
3. Discuss how to 3.1 The concepts and legal forms of business enterprises in
start and Ethiopia are identified and discussed
organize an 3.2 Business Ethics is understood and developed.
enterprise
3.3 Facts about micro, small and medium enterprises are
discussed, clarified and understood.
3.4 Key success factors in setting up micro, small and medium
businesses are identified and explained.
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discussed and understood.
3.6 Major factors to consider in selecting a location for a
business are identified and discussed.
3.7 Amount of money needed to start an enterprise is
estimated and various sources of finance identified and
discussed.
4. Discuss how to 4.1 Processes of hiring and managing people are explained
operate an and discussed.
enterprise 4.2 The importance, techniques and application of self-
management skills, negotiation skills and time
management skills, decision skills are discussed and
understood.
4.3 The techniques and procedures of managing sales are
explained and discussed.
4.4 Factors to be considered in selecting suppliers and the
steps to follow when doing business with them are
identified and discussed.
4.5 Awareness of how new technologies can affect micro,
small and medium business is developed, and
Characteristics of appropriate technology for use are
explained and discussed.
4.6 Risk assessment and management of business enterprise
are performed regularly.
4.7 Qualities are properly inspected and inventories properly
managed.
4.8 Basic concepts of Monitoring and Evaluation are explained
and understood.
5. Discus how to 5.1 Importance of financial source documents and record

prepare and use keeping is discussed.
financial records 5.2 Financial recording documents are identified and
prepared.
5.3 Different types of cost and expense that occur in a
business and how to manage them are discussed and
understood.
5.4 Factors and procedures in knowing the cost and expense
of the enterprise are discussed and understood.
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6. Develop one’s 6.1 The concept, importance and process of preparing/ writing
own business a business plan are discussed and understood
plan 6.2 Feasibility of the business idea is made clear and
understood.
6.3 Findings of the feasibility study are interpreted, assessed
and analyzed.
6.4 Standard structure and format are applied in preparing
business plan.
6.5 Problems that may arise or encounter when starting a
business are identified and understand.
Variables Range
Legal forms May include but not limited to:
 Sole proprietorship
 Partnership
 Cooperatives
 Private Limited Company
Business May include but not limited to:
Enterprises  Micro
 Small
 Medium
Major factors May include but not limited to:
 Economics (local economy)
 Population
 Competition
Financial source May include but not limited to:
documents  Cash book
 Vouchers
 Invoices
 Receipts
 Check
Financial Recording May include but not limited to:
documents  Journal
 Ledger
 Fixed asset records
 Inventory record
 Payroll sheet
 Account receivable
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Feasibility of the May include but not limited to:
business  opportunities available
 market competition
 timing/ cyclical considerations
 skills available
 resources available
 location and/ or premises available
 risk related to a particular business opportunity, especially
 in regard to Occupational Health and Safety and
 environmental considerations
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Explain principles and concept of entrepreneurship
 Discuss how to become entrepreneur
 Discuss how to organize an enterprise
 Discuss how to operate an enterprise
 Discus how to prepare and use financial records
 Develop business plan
Knowledge and  Entrepreneurship concepts, principles, roles and types
Attitudes  Entrepreneurial traits, motivation and distinguishing features
 Types of entrepreneurs
 Entrepreneurial competencies
 Entrepreneurial behaviors
 Business ideas and business opportunities
 Self potential assessment
 Types of enterprises
 Legal forms of business ownership
 Risk assessment and evaluation
 Self-employment and employment
 Managing sales, people and time
 Facts about micro, small and medium enterprises
 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
 Key success factors for setting up micro, small and medium
enterprises
 Procedures for identifying suitable markets
 Business location
 Major factors for selecting business location
 Quality control
 Inventory management
 Monitoring and evaluation
 New technologies
 Startup capital
 Investment capital
 Working capital
 Financing options
 Financial records
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 Costs and expenses
 Business plan
 Feasibility study
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 Planning, organizing, hiring and leading skills
 Self-management skills
 Negotiation skills
 Time management skills
 Problem solving skills
 Decision making skills
 Selling skills
 Risk assessment skills
 Presentation skills
 Inventory controlling skills
 Using technology
 Financial record keeping skills
 Preparing simple financial statement
 Financial reporting skills
 Managing money
 Suppliers selection skills
 Monitoring and evaluation skills

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Unit Title Apply 3S
Unit Descriptor This unit of competence covers the knowledge, skills and
attitudes required by a worker to apply 3S techniques to his/her
workplace. The unit assumes the worker has a particular job in
the allocated workplace known by the individual.

1. Organize junior 1.1 Basics, principles and stages of KPT are identified using
Kaizen appropriate procedures.
Promotion Team
(KPT). 1.2 Structure of Junior KPT is established in accordance with
the organizational procedures.
1.3 Effective and appropriate contributions are made to
complement team activities and objectives using individual
skills and competencies.
1.4 Effective and appropriate forms of communications are
used and undertaken with KPT members who contribute to
know KPT activities and objectives.
1.5 Kaizen Board (Visual Management Board) is prepared and
used in harmony with different workplace contexts.
2. Prepare for work. 2.1 Work instructions are used to determine job requirements,
including method, material and equipment.
2.2 Job specifications are read and interpreted following
working manual.
2.3 OHS requirements, including dust and fume collection,
breathing apparatus and eye and ear personal protection
needs are observed throughout the work.
2.4 Appropriate materials are selected.
2.5 Safety equipment and tools are identified and checked
for safe and effective operation.
3. Sort items. 3.1 Plan is prepared to implement sorting activities.
3.2 Cleaning activities are performed.
3.3 All items in the workplace are identified following the
appropriate procedures.
3.4 Necessary and unnecessary items are listed using the
appropriate format.
3.5 Red tag strategy is used for unnecessary items.
3.6 Unnecessary items are evaluated and placed in an
appropriate place other than the workplace.
3.7 Necessary items are recorded and quantified using
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3.8 Performance results are reported using appropriate
formats.
3.9 Necessary items are regularly checked in the workplace.
4. Set all items in 4.1 Plan is prepared to implement set in order activities.
order.
4.2 General cleaning activities are performed.
4.3 Location/layout, storage and indication methods for items
are decided.
4.4 Necessary tools and equipment are prepared and used
for setting in order activities.
4.5 Items are placed in their assigned locations.
4.6 After use, the items are immediately returned to their
assigned locations.
formats.
4.8 Each item is regularly checked in its assigned location and
order.
5. 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.
formats.
5.5 Regular shinning activities are conducted.
Variable Range
Junior KPT May include but not limited to:
 3S
 3MU (Mura, Muri and MUDA)
 4P (Policy, Procedure, People and Plant)
 4M (Material, Method, Man and Machine)
 PDCA (Plan, Do, Check and Act)
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

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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
 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 3S (sort, set in order and shine)
activities.
 Written, verbal and computer based or in some other
format.
Unnecessary items May 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 may
include but not limited to:
 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
 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.

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 Necessary items.
 Unnecessary items.
Red tag May include but not limited to:
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.
equipment  paint
 hook
 sticker
 signboard
 nails
 shelves
 chip wood
 sponge
 broom
 pencil
 shadow board/ tools board
Shine activity May include but not limited to:
 Inspection
 Cleaning
 Minor maintenance may include:
 Tightening bolts
 Lubrication
 Replacing missing parts
Evidence Guide
Competence  Discuss how to organize KPT.
 Describe the pillars of 5S.
 Implement 3S in own workplace by following appropriate
procedures.
Knowledge and  Kaizen principle, pillars and concept
Attitudes  Key characteristic of Kaizen
 Elements of Kaizen
 Wastes/MUDA
 Basics of KPT
 Aims, benefits and principles of KPT
 Stages of KPT
 Structure and role of the components of Junior KPT

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 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
 OHS procedures
 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
Underpinning Demonstrate skills of:
Skills  Participating actively in KPT
 technical drawing
 communication skills
 planning and reporting own tasks in implementation of 3S
 following procedures to implement 3S 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
 working with others
 solving problems by applying 3S
 preparing and using Kaizen board
 preparing and using tools and equipment to implement 3S
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to

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Acknowledgement
We wish to extend thanks and appreciation to the many representatives of general
private contractors, ministry of construction, institute of Ethiopian contraction plan
management, academic and cluster Polly technique colleges who donated their time
and expertise to the development of this occupational standard.
We would like also to express our appreciation to the Experts of General Private
Contractors, Ministry of Construction, Institute of Ethiopian Construction Plan
Management, Academic and Cluster Polly Technique Colleges who made the
development of this occupational standard possible.
This occupational standard was developed on November, 2018 at Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.

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BASIC BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

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

Together all the parts of a Unit of Competence guide the assessor/curriculum

Applications may include a variety of employment related skills including preparatory

1.2.2 Occupant performance profile

Ministry of Education Basic Building Construction Works Version 5

EIS First three characters signify the priority/major

BBCW1 Four characters in the second group signify the acronym

01 Third group with two numbers signify the numerical order

1118 Fourth group of four characters signify the month and

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EIS BBCW1 04 1118 EIS BBCW1 05 1118 EIS BBCW1 06 1118

EIS BBCW1 07 1118 EIS BBCW1 08 1118 EIS BBCW1 09 1118

EIS BBCW1 16 1118 EIS BBCW1 17 1118 EIS BBCW1 18 1118

EIS BBCW1 19 1118 EIS BBCW1 20 1118 EIS BBCW1 21 1118

EIS BBCW1 22 1118

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Elements Performance Criteria

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1. Select 1.1. Object or component to be measured is identified, classified

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Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:

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Elements Performance Criteria

Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a

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

4. Prepare 4.1. Assistance with underlay preparation is provided under

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