Major Work Activity A - Performs common occupational skills

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Task A-1 Performs safety-related functions

Task descriptor

Bricklayers integrate safety practices, such as wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), throughout every task included in the scope of their trade. They maintain a safe work environment through awareness of work surroundings. Compulsory safety training is standard practice.

A-1.01 Maintains safe work environment

A-1.01 Maintains safe work environment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.01.01P handle, store and dispose of hazardous materials hazardous materials are handled, stored and disposed of according to safety and environmental regulations
A-1.01.02P define work perimeters and contain contaminants or other hazards barricading devices and signage are set up to define work perimeters and contain contaminants or other hazards
A-1.01.03P follow tag procedures tag procedures for access are followed according to safety and environmental regulations, and company policies and procedures
A-1.01.04P participate in field level risk assessments (FLRA) meetings FLRA meetings are attended prior to beginning new task
A-1.01.05P maintain work area clean and organized work area is maintained according to safety and environmental regulations
A-1.01.06P perform safety inspections safety inspections are performed to recognize and report potential hazards
A-1.01.07P identify safety concerns in work environment co-workers are informed of surroundings and safety, and well-being measures are implemented
A-1.01.08P identify and respect physical limitations of self and others physical limitations of self and others are identified and respected
A-1.01.09P identify location of safety zone containing components location of safety zone containing components is identified
A-1.01.10P document items items are documented

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of maintaining safe work environments identify terminology associated with safe working environments
identify locations of WHMIS documents
identify safety and environmental regulations associated with maintaining safe work environments
describe company safety policies and procedures associated with maintaining safe work environments
describe workers’ rights and responsibilities associated with maintaining safe work environments
identify hazards associated with bricklaying and masonry materials
identify hazards associated with bricklaying and masonry tools and equipment
describe training requirements for specific PPE, safety equipment and safety procedures
A-1.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to maintain safe work environments identify barricading devices, signage and equipment used to maintain safe work environments, and describe their procedures for use
identify types and capacities of fire extinguishers, and describe their procedures for use
describe emergency procedures and identify emergency phone numbers, location of first aid stations and medical facilities
describe disposal and recycling procedures associated with masonry work
describe Safe Operating Procedure (SOP)

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A-1.02 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment

A-1.02 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.02.01P apply local, provincial, territorial and national safety regulations and standards local, provincial, territorial and national safety regulations and standards are applied
A-1.02.02P identify company and site policies and site hazards requiring use of PPE and safety equipment company and site policies, and site hazards requiring use of PPE and safety equipment are identified
A-1.02.03P select and use PPE and safety equipment PPE and safety equipment are selected and used according to individual task, company and site policies, and OH&S regulations
A-1.02.04P maintain and store PPE and safety equipment PPE and safety equipment are maintained and stored according to OH&S and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.05P identify damaged PPE damaged PPE is identified, tagged and removed from service
A-1.02.06P identify Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved PPE and safety equipment CSA approved PPE and safety equipment are identified
A-1.02.07P ensure fit of PPE fit of PPE is ensured according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.08P confirm respirator fit respirator fit is confirmed according to fit test
A-1.02.09P report and replace damaged or faulty equipment damaged or faulty equipment is reported and replaced according to OH&S, and company and site policies

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of PPE and safety equipment identify terminology associated with PPE and safety equipment
identify appropriate PPE and safety equipment from WHMIS documents
describe company safety policies and procedures associated with PPE and safety equipment
describe workers’ rights and responsibilities associated with PPE and safety equipment
identify hazards associated with bricklaying and masonry materials
identify types of PPE, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of safety equipment, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify location of PPE and safety equipment
describe training requirements for specific PPE, safety equipment and safety procedures
A-1.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to use PPE and safety equipment identify PPE and safety equipment, and describe their procedures for use
describe SOP and their applications

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Task A-2 Uses and maintains tools and equipment

Task descriptor

Bricklayers must maintain all their tools to ensure that they work properly and safely. Rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment is used to move heavy material on the worksite. Access equipment is used to allow bricklayers to reach their work area.

A-2.01 Maintains tools and equipment

A-2.01 Maintains tools and equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.01.01P repair or replace defective or damaged tools and equipment defective or damaged tools and equipment are repaired or replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.01.02P clean and store tools and equipment tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.01.03P document tool and equipment maintenance tool and equipment maintenance is documented
A-2.01.04P identify, tag and remove worn, damaged and defective tools worn, damaged and defective tools are identified, tagged and removed from service
A-2.01.05P lubricate equipment equipment is lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.01.06P sharpen tools tools are kept sharp

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of maintaining tools and equipment identify terminology associated with maintaining tools and equipment
identify types of hand tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining hand tools
identify types of power tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining power tools
identify types of powder-actuated tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
describe jurisdictional and company training and certification requirements for powder-actuated tools
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining powder-actuated tools
identify types of pneumatic tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining pneumatic tools
identify types of hydraulic tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining hydraulic tools
identify types of measuring equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining measuring equipment
identify types of layout tools, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when maintaining layout tools
A-2.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to maintain tools and equipment describe procedures to maintain hand tools
describe procedures to maintain power tools
describe procedures to maintain powder-actuated tools
describe procedures to maintain pneumatic tools
describe procedures to maintain hydraulic tools
describe procedures to maintain measuring equipment and layout tools

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A-2.02 Uses rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment

A-2.02 Uses rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.02.01P select rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment are selected according to task, load size and capacity
A-2.02.02P locate centre of gravity of load centre of gravity of load is located
A-2.02.03P secure load load is secured by using rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
A-2.02.04P communicate with personnel involved in lift personnel involved in lift are communicated with using methods
A-2.02.05P recognize safe lifting locations or points safe lifting locations or points are recognized
A-2.02.06P calculate weight of material weight of material is calculated
A-2.02.07P operate forklift forklift is operated according to jurisdictional regulations
A-2.02.08P stabilize load during lift load is stabilized during lift using tag lines
A-2.02.09P inspect rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment are inspected according to maintenance schedule
A-2.02.10P maintain and store rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment are maintained and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.02.11P remove worn, damaged or expired rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment worn, damaged or expired rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment is removed from service

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of operating and maintaining rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment identify terminology associated with rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
identify types of rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify licensing and training requirements for rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
A-2.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of operating and maintaining material handling equipment identify terminology associated with material handling equipment
identify types of material handling equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify licensing and training requirements for material handling equipment
A-2.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to operate and maintain rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment describe procedures to operate and maintain rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
A-2.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to operate and maintain material handling equipment describe procedures to operate and maintain material handling equipment

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A-2.03 Uses access equipment

A-2.03 Uses access equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.03.01P select access equipment access equipment is selected according to task, load size and capacity
A-2.03.02P recognize safe lifting locations safe lifting locations are recognized
A-2.03.03P inspect access equipment access equipment is inspected according to maintenance schedule
A-2.03.04P operate access equipment access equipment is operated according to jurisdictional regulations
A-2.03.05P tag and remove defective access equipment defective access equipment is tagged and removed from service

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of operating and maintaining access equipment identify terminology associated with operating access equipment
identify types of access equipment, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when operating and maintaining access equipment
A-2.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to operate and maintain access equipment describe procedures to operate and maintain access equipment

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Task A-3 Uses scaffolding

Task descriptor

This task is a crucial part of a bricklayer’s job since the majority of bricklaying is performed on scaffolding. The knowledge of the proper setup and maintenance of scaffolding are important to ensure the safety of bricklayers and other tradespeople on the jobsite.

A-3.01 Erects scaffolding

A-3.01 Erects scaffolding
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.01.01P select scaffolding scaffolding is selected taking into consideration size, site conditions and task being performed
A-3.01.02P inspect scaffolding scaffolding is inspected, and tagged and removed from service if damaged or missing components
A-3.01.03P identify hazards before and when erecting access equipment hazards are identified before and when erecting access equipment
A-3.01.04P use scaffolding within operating limitations scaffolding is used within operating limitations according to manufacturers’ specifications and OH&S regulations
A-3.01.05P lay out scaffolding scaffolding is laid out and substrate is level and stable
A-3.01.06P install scaffolding and their components scaffolding and their components are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications and OH&S regulations
A-3.01.07P set up swing stage components swing stage components are set up according to manufacturers’ specifications and job requirements
A-3.01.08P level and secure scaffolding scaffolding is levelled and secured according to jurisdictional regulations
A-3.01.09P install means of access and egress means of access and egress is installed according to manufacturers’ specifications and OH&S regulations
A-3.01.10P install safety accessories safety accessories are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications and OH&S regulations

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of scaffolding identify types of scaffolding, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify scaffolding components, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify safety accessories, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify hazards and associated safety measures when erecting scaffolding and scaffolding systems
identify OH&S regulations associated with scaffolding and scaffolding systems
identify load limitations
identify possible defects
describe counter weight requirements
A-3.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to erect scaffolding describe sequence of assembly
describe procedures to erect scaffolding

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A-3.02 Dismantles scaffolding

A-3.02 Dismantles scaffolding
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.02.01P remove components and safety accessories components and safety accessories are removed according to dismantling sequence
A-3.02.02P lower components using rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment components are lowered using rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment according to dismantling sequence
A-3.02.03P remove tie-ins tie-ins are removed as scaffolding is dismantled
A-3.02.04P sort and prepare components for transportation components are sorted and prepared for transportation

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of scaffolding identify types of scaffolding, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify types of components, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify safety accessories, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify OH&S regulations associated with scaffolding and scaffolding systems
identify load limitations
identify possible defects
describe counter weight requirements
A-3.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to dismantle scaffolding, their components and safety accessories describe sequence of dismantling scaffolding, their components and safety accessories
describe procedures to dismantle scaffolding

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A-3.03 Maintains scaffolding

A-3.03 Maintains scaffolding
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.03.01P inspect scaffolding scaffolding is inspected, and tagged and removed from service if damaged or missing scaffolding components and safety accessories
A-3.03.02P replace damaged or missing scaffolding components and safety accessories damaged or missing scaffolding components and safety accessories are replaced
A-3.03.03P clean and store scaffolding scaffolding is cleaned and stored

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of scaffolding identify types of scaffolding, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify types of scaffolding components, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify safety accessories, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify OH&S regulations associated with scaffolding and scaffolding systems
identify possible defects
describe counter weight requirements
A-3.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to maintain and store scaffolding describe procedures to maintain and store scaffolding

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Task A-4 Organizes work

Task descriptor

This task describes activities that bricklayers perform in order to organize their daily work.

A-4.01 Uses drawings and specifications

A-4.01 Uses drawings and specifications
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.01.01P identify requirements requirements are identified by interpreting drawings
A-4.01.02P interpret specifications specifications are interpreted
A-4.01.03P draw sketches sketches are drawn to communicate work details

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of drawings and specifications identify terminology associated with drawings and specifications
identify types of drawings, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of documentation, and describe their applications
identify types of safety documentation, and describe their applications
identify documentation specific to work sites and describe their applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
A-4.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to draw sketches describe procedures to draw sketches

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A-4.02 Plans daily tasks and activities

A-4.02 Plans daily tasks and activities
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.02.01P schedule tasks tasks are scheduled according to deadlines
A-4.02.02P sequence tasks tasks are sequenced in coordination with co-workers and other trades
A-4.02.03P estimate amount of time required for tasks amount of time required for tasks is estimated
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of planning daily tasks and activities identify types of documentation, and describe their applications
identify types of safety documentation, and describe their applications
identify documentation specific to work sites and describe their applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
describe loading limitations of storage location
describe environmental protection regulations and guidelines
identify jobsite hazards and associated safety measures
A-4.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to plan daily tasks and activities describe procedures to plan daily tasks and activities
describe company safety procedures

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A-4.03 Prepares jobsite and materials

A-4.03 Prepares jobsite and materials
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.03.01P estimate and confirm amount of material required amount of material required is estimated and confirmed according to plans and drawings
A-4.03.02P coordinate delivery of materials delivery of materials is coordinated with suppliers and company inventory
A-4.03.03P perform site assessment site assessment is performed to identify hazards
A-4.03.04P set up mixing area mixing area is set up in location accessible to power and water supply
A-4.03.05P place materials on job-site materials are placed on job-site avoiding interference with other trades and for convenience
A-4.03.06P store and protect materials materials are stored and protected according to company and site policies and procedures
A-4.03.07P weatherize installation location installation location is weatherized
A-4.03.08P provide ventilation for heaters ventilation for heaters is provided according to OH&S, and company policies and procedures
A-4.03.09P store hazardous materials hazardous materials are stored in marked designated area

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of preparing jobsite and materials identify types of documentation, and describe their applications
identify types of safety documentation, and describe their applications
identify documentation specific to work sites, and describe their applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
describe loading limitations of storage location
identify types of tarp systems, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify types of heaters, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
identify types of heater power sources, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
describe company safety procedures
describe environmental protection regulations and guidelines
identify jobsite hazards and associated safety measures
identify types of drawings, and describe their characteristics and applications
A-4.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare jobsite and materials describe procedures to prepare jobsite and materials

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A-4.04 Protects surrounding areas

A-4.04 Protects surrounding areas
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.04.01P determine surrounding areas requiring protection surrounding areas requiring protection are determined
A-4.04.02P assess risks to surrounding areas risks to surrounding areas are assessed
A-4.04.03P restrict dust creation using techniques dust creation is restricted using techniques
A-4.04.04P set up protective materials protective materials are set up

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of protecting surrounding areas identify types of documentation, and describe their applications
identify types of safety documentation, and describe their applications
identify documentation specific to work sites, and describe their applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and limitations
describe company safety procedures
describe methods for protecting surrounding areas
describe environmental protection regulations and guidelines
identify jobsite hazards and associated safety measures
A-4.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to protect surrounding areas describe procedures to protect surrounding areas

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Task A-5 Uses communication and mentoring techniques

Task descriptor

Learning in the trades is done primarily in the workplace with tradespeople passing on their skills and knowledge to apprentices, as well as sharing knowledge among themselves. Apprenticeship is, and always has been about mentoring – learning workplace skills and passing them on. Because of the importance of this to the trade, this task covers the activities related to communication in the workplace and mentoring skills.

A-5.01 Uses communication techniques

A-5.01 Uses communication techniques
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-5.01.01P demonstrate communication practices with individuals or in a group instructions and messages are interpreted and understood by all parties involved in communication
A-5.01.02P listen using active listening practices active listening practices are utilized
A-5.01.03P receive and respond to feedback on work response to feedback indicates understanding and corrective measures are taken
A-5.01.04P explain and provide feedback explanation and feedback is provided and task is carried out as directed
A-5.01.05P use questioning to improve communication questions enhance understanding, on‑the‑job training and goal setting
A-5.01.06P participate in safety and information meetings safety and information meetings are attended, information is relayed to workforce, and is applied

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-5.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of trade terminology define terminology used in trade
A-5.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of effective communication practices describe importance of using effective verbal and non-verbal communication with people in the workplace
identify sources of information to effectively communicate
identify communication and learning styles
describe effective listening and speaking skills
identify personal responsibilities and attitudes that contribute to on-the-job success
identify value of diversity in workplace
identify communication that constitutes harassment and discrimination

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A-5.02 Uses mentoring techniques

A-5.02 Uses mentoring techniques
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-5.02.01P identify and communicate learning objective and point of lesson apprentice or learner can explain objective and point of lesson
A-5.02.02P link lesson to other lessons and job lesson order and unplanned learning opportunities are defined
A-5.02.03P demonstrate performance of a skill to apprentice or learner steps required to demonstrate a skill are performed
A-5.02.04P set up conditions required for apprentice or learner to practice a skill practice conditions are set up so that skill can be practiced safely by apprentice or learner
A-5.02.05P assess apprentice or learner’s ability to perform tasks with increasing independence performance of apprentice or learner improves with practice to a point where skill can be done with little supervision
A-5.02.06P give supportive and corrective feedback apprentice or learner adopts best practice after having been given supportive or corrective feedback
A-5.02.07P support apprentices or learners in pursuing technical training opportunities technical training is completed within timeframe prescribed by apprenticeship authority
A-5.02.08P support anti-harassment in workplace workplace is harassment and discrimination-free
A-5.02.09P assess apprentice or learner suitability to trade during probationary period apprentice or learner is given feedback that helps them identify their own strengths and weaknesses, and suitability for trade

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-5.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for learning skills in workplace describe importance of individual experience
describe shared responsibilities for workplace learning
determine one’s own learning preferences and explain how these relate to learning new skills
describe importance of different types of skills in workplace
describe importance of essential skills in workplace
identify different learning styles
identify different learning needs and strategies to meet them
identify strategies to assist in learning a skill
A-5.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for teaching workplace skills identify different roles played by a workplace mentor
describe teaching skills
explain importance of identifying point of lesson
identify how to choose a good time to present lesson
explain importance of linking lessons
identify components of skill (the context)
describe considerations in setting up opportunities for skill practice
explain importance of providing feedback
identify techniques for giving effective feedback
describe a skills assessment
identify methods of assessing progress
explain how to adjust lesson to different situations

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