Major Work Activity C - Performs concrete work

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Task C-8 Constructs formwork

Task Descriptor

Carpenters construct formwork to create concrete structural and architectural components.

C-8.01 - Erects excavation shoring and underpinning

C-8.01 - Erects excavation shoring and underpinning
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.02P select shoring materials shoring materials are selected according to soil conditions, depth of excavation, specifications, and safety regulations
C-8.01.03P inspect materials materials are inspected for structural integrity
C-8.01.04P provide access and egress access and egress are provided prior to erecting shoring according to project requirements
C-8.01.05P secure excavation shoring excavation shoring is secured firmly in place using fasteners
C-8.01.06P place shoring shoring is placed to contain loose debris with appropriate materials
C-8.01.07P select shoring technique shoring technique is selected according to conditions and specifications
C-8.01.08P identify underpinning requirements underpinning requirements are identified to drawings, site conditions, and standards and regulations
C-8.01.09P build underpinning support under existing structure underpinning support is built under existing structure to maintain structural integrity

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of excavation shoring and underpinning, their characteristics and applications identify types of shoring, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify shoring scaffolding components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe shoring techniques for horizontal and vertical use
identify shoring materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of underpinning techniques, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to erect excavation shoring and place underpinning identify tools and equipment used to erect excavation shoring and place underpinning, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to erect excavation shoring
describe procedures to place underpinning
C-8.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for erecting excavation shoring and placing underpinning identify training and certification requirements for erecting excavation shoring and placing underpinning
C-8.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for erecting excavation shoring and placing underpinning identify standards and regulations for erecting excavation shoring and placing underpinning

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C-8.02 - Erects concrete falsework

C-8.02 - Erects concrete falsework
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.02.02P determine ground conditions ground conditions that are required for support of falsework to prevent settling and movement of structure are determined according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.02.03P select falsework falsework is selected according to engineered shoring and re-shoring drawings, and project requirements
C-8.02.04P prepare mud sill mud sill for weight distribution is prepared according to engineered drawings or project requirements
C-8.02.05P select materials materials required for falseworkareselected according to project requirements
C-8.02.06P place falsework falsework is placed and components are plumb, level and square according to specifications and project requirements
C-8.02.07P secure components components are secured using fasteners for ease of dismantling
C-8.02.08P re-shore falsework falsework is re-shored according to specifications until concrete has achieved desired strength
C-8.02.09P remove falsework falsework is removed sequentially after concrete has achieved desired strength according to specifications and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete falsework, and its characteristics and applications identify types of concrete falsework, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe effects of ground conditions
identify supporting substrates and describe their characteristics
identify fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to erect concrete falsework identify tools and equipment used to erect concrete falsework, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to erect concrete falsework
describe stripping sequence of falsework
C-8.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for erecting concrete falsework identify standards and regulations for erecting concrete falsework

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C-8.03 - Constructs footing forms

C-8.03 - Constructs footing forms
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.02P select materials materials are selected according to site-specific requirements
C-8.03.03P determine elevations of footing in excavation elevations of footing in excavation are determined using layout tools and benchmarks according to drawings
C-8.03.04P plan sequence to begin construction of footing forms sequence to begin construction of footing forms is planned considering existing site conditions; previously established benchmarks and elevations
C-8.03.05P construct footing forms footing forms are constructed and components are plumb, level, square and accessible for steel reinforcement and finishing work according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
C-8.03.06P brace footing forms footing forms are braced to maintain location, plumb, square and level, and to prevent blowouts according to project requirements, specifications and site conditions
C-8.03.07P install components components are installed according to drawingsand specifications
C-8.03.08P secure components components are secured using fasteners for ease of dismantling
C-8.03.09P inspect assembled formwork assembled formwork is inspected to ensure it is in required location and is assembled according to drawings

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of footing forms, their characteristics and applications identify types of footing forms, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of piles, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to assemble footing forms identify tools and equipment used to assemble footing forms, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to assemble footing forms
C-8.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing footing forms identify standards and regulations for constructing footing forms

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C-8.04 - Constructs wall form systems and grade beam formwork

C-8.04 - Constructs wall form systems and grade beam formwork
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.04.02P identify wall form system and grade beam formwork wall form system and grade beam formworkare identified according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.04.03P place sleepers and void forms sleepers and void forms are placed under grade beams to allow for frost heave according to drawings and specifications
C-8.04.04P determine placement of vertical formwork placement of vertical formwork is determined according to layout
C-8.04.05P determine formwork system formwork system is determined according to concrete volume requirements, and system availability and capabilities
C-8.04.06P erect forms forms are erected to achieve required measurement according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.04.07P assemble prefabricated forms prefabricated forms are assembled according to project requirements, drawings and specifications
C-8.04.08P install keyways, control joints, dowels and chamfer edges keyways, control joints, dowels and chamfer edges are installed in wall forms according to drawings and specifications
C-8.04.09P place formwork formwork is placed and components are plumb, level, straight, square, and accessible for concrete placement and finishing according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
C-8.04.10P install window and door bucks, sleeves penetrations and bulkheads window and door bucks, sleeves penetrations and bulkheads are installed according to location and project requirements
C-8.04.11P install accessories accessories are installed according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.04.12P install form ties form ties are installed according to specifications
C-8.04.13P install bracing bracing is installed to align and support formwork in place and according to specifications
C-8.04.14P lock corners of forms corners of forms are locked to prevent blowouts
C-8.04.15P install yokes, blocks or cleats yokes, blocks or cleats are installed to maintain wall thickness and prevent form failure
C-8.04.16P inspect formwork components and installation formwork components and installation are inspected to prevent blowouts and distortion
C-8.04.17P establish finish elevation finish elevation is established using methods according to drawings and project requirements

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of wall form systems and grade beam formwork, their characteristics and applications identify types of wall form systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete placement methods and factors
identify form ties, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify bracing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
identifyengineered forming systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify types of concrete, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
determine elevations from project drawings
describe how to coordinate necessary components to be installed by other trades
identify types of prefabricated forms, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct wall form systems and grade beam formwork identify tools and equipment used to construct wall form systems and grade beam formwork, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct wall form systems and grade beam formwork
C-8.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing wall form systems and grade beam formwork identify standards and regulations for constructing wall form systems and grade beam formwork

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C-8.05 - Constructs slab formwork

C-8.05 - Constructs slab formwork
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.05.02P identify slabs slabs are identified according to project requirements
C-8.05.03P prepare substrate substrate is prepared according to specifications, standards and regulations
C-8.05.04P place void forms void forms are placed for frost protection, to allow for frost heave and for other applications
C-8.05.05P select materials for formwork materials are selected for formwork according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.06P apply products under slab on-grade products are applied under slab on-grade to serve as an air, soil, gas (radon) and vapour barrier, and to prevent heat loss, according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.07P place formwork formwork is placed and components are plumb, level, straight and square, and accessible for finishing work, considering elevations, according to drawings and specifications
C-8.05.08P install clean out access for suspended slabs clean out access is installed for suspended slabs according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.09P measure for location and install embeds embeds are located and installed according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.10P install components components are installed according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.11P install joints joints are installed according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.12P lock corners of forms corners of forms are locked in order to prevent blowouts and maintain slab shape
C-8.05.13P install bracing bracing is installed in order to support formwork in place and according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.14P ensure other trades have below-grade services installed other trades have below-grade services installed
C-8.05.15P ensure other trades have suspended slab services and components located and installed in sequence other trades have suspended slab services and components that are required to be located and installed in sequence
C-8.05.16P inspect assembled formwork for deficiencies assembled formwork is inspected for deficiencies
C-8.05.17P establish finish elevation finish elevation is established according to benchmark and drawings and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete slabs, their characteristics and applications identify types of slab formwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify substrates, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form voids under grade beams and slabs, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify slab form systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete placement methods and factors
identify materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify products used under slab to serve as an air, soil, gas (radon) and vapour barrier and to prevent heat loss, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify embeds, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify deficiencies, and describe their characteristics
identify joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify bracing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify below-grade services installed by other trades
identify suspended slab services and components installed by other trades
identify formwork material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify elevations from project drawings
describe how to coordinate necessary components to be installed by other trades
C-8.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct slabs identify tools and equipment used to construct slabs, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct slabs
C-8.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing slabs identify standards and regulations for constructing slabs

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C-8.06 - Constructs column formwork

C-8.06 - Constructs column formwork
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.02P determine size and location of column forms size and location of column forms are determined according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.06.03P select materials materials are selected according to drawings and formwork design
C-8.06.04P place formwork components formwork components are placed, and are plumb, level, square and accessible for finishing work
C-8.06.05P brace column formwork column formwork is braced in multiple directions to stabilize formwork, prevent any movement when placing concrete, and ensure it is plumb, level and square, and according to drawings, standards and regulations, and project requirements
C-8.06.06P install templates in column formwork templates are installed in column formwork according to drawings and project requirements
C-8.06.07P inspect assembled formwork assembled formwork is inspected for deficiencies

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of column formwork, their characteristics and applications describe characteristics and applications of column formwork
identify concrete placement methods and factors
identify materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify templates, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe stripping techniques
identify embeds, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct column formwork identify tools and equipment used to construct column formwork, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct column formwork
C-8.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing columns identify codes, standards and regulations for constructing columns

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C-8.07 - Constructs stair formwork

C-8.07 - Constructs stair formwork
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.07.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.07.02P place and secure stair formwork stair formwork is placed and secured according to project requirements and specifications, and components are plumb, level, straight, square and accessible for finishing work
C-8.07.03P select materials for falsework materials are selected for falsework according to project requirements and formwork design
C-8.07.04P apply bracing bracing is applied in order to support formwork and according to project requirements
C-8.07.05P install formwork components formwork components are installed according to project requirements
C-8.07.06P inspect assembled stair formwork assembled stair formwork is inspected for accessibility, for finishing and deficiencies

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of stair formwork, its characteristics and applications identify types of stair formwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete placement methods and factors
identify formwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe characteristics and applications of materials for falsework
identify bracing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct stair formwork identify tools and equipment used to construct stair formwork, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct stair formwork
C-8.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing stair formwork identify standards and regulations for constructing stair formwork

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C-8.08 - Installs embedded reinforcements

C-8.08 - Installs embedded reinforcements
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yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.08.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.08.02P select reinforcing material reinforcing material is selected according to project requirements and specifications
C-8.08.03P select and install chairs chairs are selected and installed to ensure proper coverage of reinforcing material
C-8.08.04P install templates templates are located and installed according to structural drawings and project requirements
C-8.08.05P calculate overlaps overlaps for reinforcing material or wire mesh are calculated according to structural drawings and project requirements, and building codes for ICF
C-8.08.06P cut and bend reinforcing material or wire mesh reinforcing material or wire mesh is cut and bent on site using equipment
C-8.08.07P tie reinforcing material reinforcing material is tied to ensure spacing continuity according to structural drawings and project requirements
C-8.08.08P place embeds embeds are placed according to structural drawings and project requirements
C-8.08.09P install reinforcing components reinforcing components are installed according to structural drawings and project requirements
C-8.08.10P inspect reinforcing material reinforcing material is inspected for defects before installation
C-8.08.11P install post tension components post tension components are installed according to structural drawings and project requirements

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.08.01L demonstrate knowledge of embedded materials, their characteristics and applications identify types of embedded materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete placement methods and factors
identify embeds, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify reinforcing components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of reinforcing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify post tension components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe pre-stressed and post-stressed concrete characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.08.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install reinforced materials and embeds identify tools and equipment used to install reinforced materials and embeds, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures for tying reinforcing materials
describe procedures to place and install embeds
describe procedures to brace embeds
C-8.08.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing ICF reinforcing steel identify standards and regulations for installing ICF reinforcing steel

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C-8.09 - Dismantles formwork

C-8.09 - Dismantles formwork
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.09.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.09.02P remove nails and fasteners nails and fasteners are removed
C-8.09.03P remove forms and formwork components forms and formwork components are removed in sequence while ensuring quality of finish according to stripping schedule and specifications
C-8.09.04P clean forms forms are cleaned by scraping and sweeping excess concrete, and applying release agent
C-8.09.05P repair damaged forms by replacing formwork components damaged forms are repaired by replacing formwork components
C-8.09.06P organize and store forms and forming materials forms and forming materials are organized and stored for future use

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.09.01L demonstrate knowledge of formwork, their characteristics and applications identify types of formwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify hazards associated with erecting and dismantling formwork
identify types of formwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify wall form systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify fasteners used in formwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-8.09.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to dismantle formwork identify tools and equipment used to dismantle formwork, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to dismantle formwork
describe procedures to clean forms or formwork
describe procedures to repair damaged forms or formwork
describe procedures to store forms and formwork
C-8.09.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for dismantling formwork identify standards and regulations for dismantling formwork

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Task C-9 Installs concrete, cement-based and epoxy products

Task Descriptor

Carpenters install and apply concrete, cement-based and epoxy products to build and finish structures.

In this standard, pre-cast components are understood to be concrete components cast in different locations and installed on-site by carpenters.

C-9.01 - Places concrete

C-9.01 - Places concrete
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.02P plan placement placement is planned taking into consideration factors and according to project requirements
C-9.01.03P select additives additives are selected according to specifications and project requirements
C-9.01.04P participate in concrete testing procedures concrete testing is conducted in collaboration with third party before starting pour to maintain integrity of desired mix design according to project specifications
C-9.01.05P select and use placement methods placement methods are selected and used according to accessibility to location and size of project
C-9.01.06P vibrate concrete concrete is vibrated to consolidate and eliminate voids, while avoiding over-vibrating, segregation and blowouts
C-9.01.07P recognize signs of an impending blowout and take remedial measures signs of an impending blowout are recognized and remedial measures taken
C-9.01.08P produce joints in poured concrete joints are produced in poured concrete
C-9.01.09P inspect and make adjustments after concrete is placed inspection is performed after concrete is placed for straightness and dimensions of wall and column forms, and adjustments are made to achieve plumb, level and square formwork

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete, its characteristics and applications identify types of cement, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete and mix designs, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe rate of pour on lateral pressures
identify concrete testing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete additives, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify PPE and silica control plan required for working with cementitious products
describe crane and pump truck hand signals and rigging points
identify signs of an impending blowout
C-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to place and finish concrete identify tools and equipment used to place and finish concrete, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to place concrete
C-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for placing concrete identify standards and regulations for placing concrete

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C-9.02 - Facilitates curing of concrete

C-9.02 - Facilitates curing of concrete
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to curing system
C-9.02.02P determine protection needed for curing protection needed for curing is determined according to assessment of environmental conditions and project requirements
C-9.02.03P determine curing system curing system is determined according to assessment of environmental conditions and project requirements
C-9.02.04P set up curing system curing system is set up according to project requirements and specifications
C-9.02.05P install temporary hydrating, heating or cooling systems temporary hydrating, heating or cooling systems are installed according to seasonal conditions
C-9.02.06P lay out and create control joints control joints are laid out and created according to project specifications and requirements
C-9.02.07P add chemical curing compounds chemical curing compounds are added according to project specifications
C-9.02.08P apply chemical curing compounds and sealants chemical curing compounds and sealants are applied according to project requirements

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of curing systems, their characteristics and applications identify types of curing systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete mixes, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe climate protection techniques, their characteristics and applications
describe effects of climatic conditions
describe effects of curing process on compressive strength
C-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to cure concrete identify tools and equipment used to cure concrete, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to cure concrete
describe procedures to test surface and compressive strength
C-9.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for curing identify standards andregulations for curing

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C-9.03 - Performs basic concrete finishing

C-9.03 - Performs basic concrete finishing
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.03.02P determine finishing methods finishing methods are determined according to finishing sequence and project requirements
C-9.03.03P apply finishing additives finishing additives are applied according to specifications
C-9.03.04P apply architectural finishing techniques architectural finishing techniques are applied according to specifications and project requirements
C-9.03.05P finish concrete concrete is finished according to specifications and project requirements
C-9.03.06P apply patching products to patch or repair concrete patching products to patch or repair concrete are applied according to specifications and project requirements
C-9.03.07P apply protection products protection products are applied by brushing, rolling or spraying according to specifications and project requirements

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete finishing, their characteristics and applications identify types of concrete finishing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of finishing additives, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify architectural finishing techniques, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of protection products, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify concrete repair materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-9.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to finish concrete identify tools and equipment used to finish concrete, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to finish concrete
describe procedures to apply protection products
describe procedures to apply patching products to patch or repair concrete
C-9.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for concrete finishing identify standards and regulations for concrete finishing

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C-9.04 Installs pre-cast components

C-9.04 Installs pre-cast components
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.04.02P identify location of pick-points location of pick-points of pre-cast components are identified according to engineered drawings and specifications
C-9.04.03P determine sequence of installation sequence of installation is determined according to specifications, engineered drawings and lift plan
C-9.04.04P determine installation location installation location is determined according to layout and project drawings
C-9.04.05P align, shim and brace pre-cast components pre-cast components are aligned, shimmed and braced
C-9.04.06P install grout grout is installed according to specifications and project requirements
C-9.04.07P fasten pre-cast components pre-cast components are fastened using fastening methods
C-9.04.08P seal and caulk joints joints are sealed and caulked according to specifications and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of pre-cast components, their characteristics and applications identify types of pre-cast components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of pre-cast systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe pre-stressed and post-stressed concrete applications
describe crane hand signals and rigging points
describe layout procedures for pre-cast components locations
C-9.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install pre-cast components identify tools and equipment used to install pre-cast components, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install pre-cast components with cast in place formwork
describe procedures to seal and caulk joints
describe procedures to install bearing plates
C-9.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of certification for installing pre-cast components identify certification requirements for installing pre-cast components
C-9.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for pre-cast component installation identify standards and regulations for pre-cast component installation

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C-9.05 - Installs grout

C-9.05 - Installs grout
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.05.02P select and prepare grout and additives grout and additives are selected and prepared according to project requirements and specifications
C-9.05.03P select, construct and install grout forms grout forms are selected, constructed and installed according to project requirements
C-9.05.04P prepare surface to be grouted surface to be grouted is prepared by roughing, cleaning and applying bonding agent
C-9.05.05P use grout placement methods grout placement methods are used
C-9.05.06P apply backing material backing material is applied when installing grout

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of grout, their characteristics and applications identify types of grout, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify grout additives, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe effects of compressive strength requirements
C-9.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install grout identify tools and equipment used to install grout, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct and install grout forms
describe procedures to prepare surface for grouting
describe procedures to install grout
describe procedures to cure grout
identify PPE and silica control plan required for working with grout

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