AHCLSC317 — Construct landscape features using concrete

1 Plan and prepare work

• 1.1Interpret site plans and specifications
• 1.2Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
• 1.3Check quantity and quality of materials
• 1.4Select tools, equipment and machinery required for construction work and check for safe operation
• 1.5Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task
• 1.6Identify and minimise environmental impacts of proposed concrete works

2 Set out and prepare the site

• 2.1Determine, locate and mark out services from site plan
• 2.2Mark out position of structure or feature according to site plan
• 2.3Establish profiles to conform to nominated tolerances
• 2.4Excavate site according to site plan
• 2.5Prepare subsoil by removing all debris, vegetable matter and topsoil to provide a solid foundation for concrete
• 2.6Install drainage systems according to plans and specifications
• 2.7Install form work on site in a manner that will ensure it remains rigid during concrete pouring operations and allow for ease of dismantling without damage to concrete
• 2.8Place and compact sub-base material to required finished levels
• 2.9Complete preparation of site according to type of structure or feature to be constructed
• 2.10Place expansion joints and reinforcement steel according to site plan and specifications

3 Mix and pour concrete

• 3.1Determine proportions for concrete mix according to strength requirements of project
• 3.2Determine volume of dry materials necessary to produce final concrete mix
• 3.3Mix together all dry ingredients and required additives to ensure a thorough blending of all materials is achieved
• 3.4Introduce sufficient water to produce a concrete mix to required consistency
• 3.5Perform concrete slump test
• 3.6Pour concrete to designated levels in a manner to avoid segregation of materials
• 3.7Consolidate concrete using an approved vibration method

4 Finish concrete

• 4.1Screed concrete to desired finished level
• 4.2Apply appropriate trowelling techniques
• 4.3Finish concrete off according to site plan and specifications
• 4.4Install control joints according to site plan and specifications

5 Check quality of work and clean-up site

• 5.1Inspect quality of finished works to ensure required standard has been achieved
• 5.2Remove and clean form work to allow reuse
• 5.3Ensure all clean-up works minimise impact to environment
• 5.4Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
• 5.5Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment according to workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for AHCLSC317 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCLSC317 needs to address all 54 unit components: 5 elements with 32 performance criteria, 11 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCLSC317?

Auditori pulls the current release of AHCLSC317 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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