Major Work Activity F - Modifies and repairs concrete and performs grouting

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Task F-16 Repairs and restores concrete

Task Descriptor

Concrete finishers must access areas to be repaired, decide on repair methods, prepare surfaces to be repaired or restored and install repair materials in a safe, cost-effective and timely manner.

F-16.01 - Inspects concrete

Essential Skills: Oral Communication, Document Use, Thinking

F-16.01 - Inspects concrete
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-16.01.01P access affected area affected area is accessed to perform inspection
F-16.01.02P check concrete concrete is visually and audibly checked for defects
F-16.01.03P identify cause of defect cause of defect is identified to determine repair required
F-16.01.04P determine if non-destructive or destructive testing is required need for testing is determined according to the defect

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-16.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete defects and their causes identify types of defects that require repair
identify cause of defects that require repair
F-16.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of testing tools and equipment, and procedures used to inspect concrete identify the requirements for non-destructive and destructive testing
identify the tools and equipment used to test concrete
describe procedures used to inspect concrete

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F-16.02 - Removes materials

Essential Skills: Thinking, Working with Others, Oral Communication

F-16.02 - Removes materials
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-16.02.01P determine the removal procedure removal procedure is determined according to inspection results and industry documents
F-16.02.02P protect and isolate area of removal area of removal is protected and isolated with barriers
F-16.02.03P determine area and depth of material to be removed area and depth of material to be removed is determined according to the inspection results and ACI guides
F-16.02.04P determine if an electrical and mechanical inspector is required inspectors are contacted to locate embedded electrical or mechanical hazards
F-16.02.05P operate removal equipment removal equipment is operated according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-16.02.06P dispose of debris debris is disposed of according to jurisdictional specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-16.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of material removal equipment and procedures for use identify types of removal equipment
identify hazards and safe work practices pertaining to removal of materials
describe the procedures used for the removal of materials
F-16.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of disposal methods identify regulations and safe work practices pertaining to disposal of materials
identify methods used to dispose of materials

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F-16.03 - Prepares surface for repair or restoration

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Oral Communication

F-16.03 - Prepares surface for repair or restoration
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-16.03.01P select profiling equipment profiling equipment is selected to determine depth of surface profile according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-16.03.02P operate profiling equipment profiling equipment is operated according to manufacturers' instructions
F-16.03.03P clean surface surface is cleaned free of debris according to scope of work
F-16.03.04P pre-soak surfaces surfaces are pre-soaked to SSD state using pre-soak methods
F-16.03.05P prepare and apply bonding agents bonding agents are applied according to manufacturers' instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-16.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures and materials used for preparing the surface for repair or restoration describe surface preparation procedures and material
identify profiling equipment, their applications and the procedures used
identify bonding agents, their application and the procedures used
describe the SSD requirements for concrete
identify pre-soak methods

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F-16.04 - Install repair materials

Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Working with Others

F-16.04 - Install repair materials
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-16.04.01P select repair materials repair materials are selected according to required repair and assessed conditions
F-16.04.02P determine if aggregate fillers are required need for aggregate fillers is determined according to depth of repair area, repair material selected and manufacturers’ instructions
F-16.04.03P select curing procedure curing procedures are selected according to repair material and manufacturers’ instructions
F-16.04.04P use repair procedures repair procedures are used according to repair material and manufacturers’ instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-16.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of repair materials and procedures used to repair and restore concrete identify hazards and safe work practices pertaining to repairing and restoring concrete
identify repair materials and their applications
describe procedures used for repairing and restoring concrete

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Task F-17 Applies surface treatment to hardened concrete

Task Descriptor

Concrete finishers apply surface treatments to hardened concrete. They must clean and prepare existing concrete surfaces using abrading or washing equipment to ensure that seamless coatings, toppings, parging or chemical surface treatments can be applied.

F-17.01 - Prepares surface for surface treatments

Essential Skills: Document Use, Working with Others, Thinking

F-17.01 - Prepares surface for surface treatments
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.01.01P protect surrounding areas surrounding areas are protected from splatter and foreign debris according to industry practices
F-17.01.02P identify presence of surface resists and excessive moisture transmission surface resists and excessive moisture transmission are identified using industry practices
F-17.01.03P use degreasing agents and concentrated acid cleaners degreasing agents and concentrated acid cleaners are used according to manufacturers' instructions
F-17.01.04P operate profiling equipment profiling equipment is operated according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.01.05P determine structural soundness structural soundness is determined by conducting a patch test
F-17.01.06P install zinc strips zinc strips are installed according to design, material used and manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.01.07P use cleaning products and equipment cleaning products and equipment are used according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.01.08P remove fine debris fine debris is removed using surface cleaning equipment

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of equipment and the procedures used to prepare surfaces identify types of profiling equipment, their application and procedures for use
identify surface cleaning equipment and describe surface cleaning procedures
F-17.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of products used to prepare surfaces describe the effects of products on the preparation of surfaces
identify degreasing agents and describe their application

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F-17.02 - Abrades surface to achieve architectural finish

Essential Skills: Document Use, Reading, Thinking

F-17.02 - Abrades surface to achieve architectural finish
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.02.01P apply methods to achieve architectural finishes methods are applied to achieve architectural finishes according to drawings and specifications, and manufacturers’ recommendations
F-17.02.02P determine depth of abrasion depth of abrasion is determined according to architectural finishes
F-17.02.03P operate profiling equipment profiling equipment is operated to achieve architectural finishes according to drawings and specifications
F-17.02.04P contain and dispose of dispelled material material dispelled during abrading process is contained according to scope of work and disposed of according to jurisdictional requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of the equipment and procedures used to abrade concrete surfaces identify types of profiling equipment, their application and procedures for use
identify types of architectural finishes and the methods used to achieve them
describe regulations pertaining to disposing of dispelled material
F-17.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of the effects of abrading concrete identify safe work practices related to abrading concrete
describe the environmental impact of abrading concrete

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F-17.03 - Applies seamless systems

Essential Skills: Working with Others, Thinking, Numeracy

F-17.03 - Applies seamless systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.03.01P select and use epoxy tools epoxy tools are selected and used according to application
F-17.03.02P select anchoring/keyways anchoring/keyways is selected according to seamless coating being used, manufacturers’ instructions, and drawings and specifications
F-17.03.03P set up mix station mix station is set up in accessible location to work area
F-17.03.04P verify suitability of concrete surface hardness and moisture condition of concrete is verified as suitable for the application
F-17.03.05P mix and apply primer primer is mixed and applied according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.03.06P mix and install seamless systems seamless systems are mixed and installed according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.03.07P apply grout and top coats grout and top coats are applied according to manufacturers’ instructions and industry practices
F-17.03.08P dispose of toxic waste material toxic waste material is disposed of according to jurisdictional requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of the application of seamless systems identify types of seamless systems and mixing techniques and their application
F-17.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of the epoxy tools and the procedures used to apply seamless systems describe epoxy tools, their application and procedures for use
describe the procedures used to apply seamless systems
F-17.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of various factors that affect the application of seamless systems explain moisture content of substrate and how it affects seamless systems
describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of seamless systems

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F-17.04 - Applies bonded and non-bonded toppings to concrete

Essential Skills: Working with Others, Thinking, Document Use

F-17.04 - Applies bonded and non-bonded toppings to concrete
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.04.01P determine if topping needs to be bonded or non-bonded topping need is determined to be bonded or non-bonded according to drawings and specifications
F-17.04.02P select bonding method bonding method is selected according to topping being used and drawings and specifications
F-17.04.03P check existing surface existing surface is ready to receive bonding agent according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.04.04P apply bonding agent bonding agent is applied according to manufacturers' instructions
F-17.04.05P use separation product on non-bonded areas separation product on non-bonded areas is used to create an un-bonded topping
F-17.04.06P install topping topping is installed according to drawings and specifications
F-17.04.07P cure toppings toppings are cured according to topping material used and according to manufacturers’ instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of bonded and non-bonded toppings and their applications and procedures for use identify types of toppings for concrete
identify bonding agents, their application and procedures for use
F-17.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of the application and procedure used to apply bonded and non-bonded toppings identify topping reinforcements and describe their application
identify bonding methods
describe curing methods for bonded and non-bonded toppings
describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of seamless systems

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F-17.05 - Parges vertical surfaces

Essential Skills: Thinking, Document Use, Continuous Learning

F-17.05 - Parges vertical surfaces
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.05.01P select parging material parging material is selected according to client and drawings and specifications
F-17.05.02P select application method application method is selected according to client and manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.05.03P mix parging material parging material is mixed according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.05.04P apply finishing and texturing methods finishing and texturing methods are applied according to desired design

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of parging, the materials, application and procedures used identify types of parging materials
explain mixing methods for parging materials
describe parging procedures
identify finishing and texturing methods
describe the use of colours, their application and procedures for use

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F-17.06 - Applies chemical surface treatment

Essential Skills: Continuous Learning, Thinking, Document Use

F-17.06 - Applies chemical surface treatment
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.06.01P determine type of chemical surface treatment chemical surface treatment is determined according to client instructions, and drawings and specifications
F-17.06.02P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work
F-17.06.03P verify the surface surface is verified for the hardness and moisture condition of the concrete according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.06.04P grind surface surface is ground to take off cement laitance according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-17.06.05P select and use acid stains or dyes acid stains or dyes are selected according to client instructions and used according to manufacturers' specifications
F-17.06.06P remove acid residue acid residue is removed according to manufacturers’ instructions to neutralize the floor prior to applying top coats
F-17.06.07P check pH level pH level is checked by performing litmus test
F-17.06.08P apply protective coating to acid stained surfaces protective coating is applied to acid-stained surfaces according to manufacturers' instructions and drawings and specifications
F-17.06.09P apply chemical surface treatment chemical surface treatment is applied according to manufacturers' instructions
F-17.06.10P dispose of toxic waste material toxic waste material is disposed of according to jurisdictional requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of the application of chemical surface treatment identify types of chemical surface treatment and mixing techniques and procedures for use
identify types of protective coatings and their application
describe hazards related to chemical surface treatment products and the safe work practices pertaining to their application
F-17.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of various factors that affect the use of chemical surface treatments explain moisture content of substrate and how it affects chemical surface treatments
identify application time and drying time requirements for chemical surface treatments
describe the effects of temperature on chemical surface treatments
describe how the concrete mix design affects the chemical surface treatments
describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of chemical surface treatments

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Task F-18 Grouts

Task Descriptor

Concrete finishers install grouts to transfer loads to concrete foundations and to fill voids between concrete elements.

F-18.01 - Prepares surface for grouting

Essential Skills: Thinking, Oral Communication, Working with Others

F-18.01 - Prepares surface for grouting
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.01.01P profile surfaces surfaces are profiled to meet concrete surface profile (CSP) according to industry documents and practices, and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.01.02P clean surfaces surfaces are cleaned according to industry practices and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.01.03P check forms forms are checked for leaks according to industry practices
F-18.01.04P pre-soak surfaces for cementitious grout surfaces are pre-soaked for cementitious grout using methods according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.01.05P apply bonding agents bonding agents are applied according to manufacturers' instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-18.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of grouts, surface preparation and application methods describe surface preparation requirements for specific grouts
identify surface preparation techniques
identify methods for achieving SSD

Range of Variables

F-18.02 - Mixes grout

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking

F-18.02 - Mixes grout
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.02.01P determine volume of material required volume of material required is determined according to desired consistency and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.02.02P clean mixing area and tools mixing area and tools are cleaned according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.02.03P add water and other additives water and other additives are added according to type of grout being used and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.02.04P apply mixing techniques mixing techniques are applied according to manufacturers’ instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of application and procedures for mixing grout identify types of grouts, their application and mixing equipment
identify mixing hazards and safe work practices pertaining to mixing grouts
explain ratios as they pertain to mixing grout
describe other additives pertaining to mixing grout

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F-18.03 - Installs grout

Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Working with Others

F-18.03 - Installs grout
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.03.01P determine installation methods installation methods are determined according to scope of work and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.03.02P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are used according to scope of work
F-18.03.03P operate installation equipment installation equipment is operated according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.03.04P drypack grout drypack grout is compacted to consolidate according to industry practices
F-18.03.05P apply installation methods installation methods are applied according to scope of work and manufacturers’ instructions
F-18.03.06P grout machine bases machine bases are grouted to meet seating requirements according to drawings and specifications, and industry practices
F-18.03.07P grout pre-cast joints pre-cast joints are grouted according to drawings and specifications
F-18.03.08P inject grout grout is injected according to manufacturers’ instructions

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.03.01L demonstrates knowledge of grout and installation methods used identify types of grout, their applications and properties
identify safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing grout
describe installation methods for grout
identify installation equipment used for installing grout
explain injection systems, their application and procedures for use
explain pot life as it pertains to installation of grout

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F-18.04 - Finishes exposed grout surfaces

Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Reading

F-18.04 - Finishes exposed grout surfaces
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work
F-18.04.02P determine hydration timing hydration timing is determined according to cementitious grout and surrounding conditions
F-18.04.03P remove forms forms are removed to access and finish edges
F-18.04.04P tool surfaces surfaces are tooled into required shape to achieve desired finish
F-18.04.05P select and apply curing method curing method is selected and applied according to engineers’ specifications and manufacturers’ instructions
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of grout and procedures to finish exposed surfaces identify types of grout and their application and properties
describe procedures used to finish and contour grout surfaces
identify timing required for removing forms, finishing and curing exposed grout surfaces
describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to finishing exposed grout surfaces

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Task F-19 Performs cutting and coring

Task Descriptor

Concrete finishers cut and core concrete to modify, repair, restore, inspect and test hardened concrete materials.

F-19.01 - Performs cutting

Essential Skills: Thinking, Numeracy, Oral Communication

F-19.01 - Performs cutting
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV yes ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.01.01P determine cut locations cut locations are determined according to CSA A23.1, drawings and specifications using measuring devices, and industry standards
F-19.01.02P identify hazards hazards are identified according to site conditions and equipment used
F-19.01.03P install barriers barriers are installed to isolate work and mitigate hazards
F-19.01.04P select wet or dry cut wet or dry cut is selected according to work area requirements and drawings and specifications
F-19.01.05P select cutting equipment cutting equipment is selected according to depth of cut and choice of wet or dry cut
F-19.01.06P select saw blade saw blade is selected according to concrete consistency and depth of cut
F-19.01.07P cut concrete concrete is cut according to determined cut and to manufacturers’ instructions
F-19.01.08P remove and dispose of debris debris is removed according to industry practices and disposed of according to jurisdictional regulations

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of cutting concrete, the equipment and procedures used identify types of cutting equipment, their applications and procedures for use
identify types of saw blades, their applications and procedures for use
identify measuring devices, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify hazards and safe work practices pertaining to cutting concrete
describe barriers, their application and procedures for use

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F-19.02 - Performs coring

Essential Skills: Thinking, Numeracy, Oral Communication

F-19.02 - Performs coring
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes NV NV NV yes yes yes ND NV no ND ND ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.02.01P determine coring locations coring locations are determined according to drawings and specifications using measuring devices
F-19.02.02P identify hazards hazards are identified based on equipment used and site conditions
F-19.02.03P install barriers barriers are installed to isolate work and mitigate hazards
F-19.02.04P select wet or dry core bit wet or dry core bit is selected according to manufacturers’ instructions
F-19.02.05P select coring equipment coring equipment is selected according to depth of cut and choice of wet or dry core bit and concrete hardness
F-19.02.06P select drill bit drill bit is selected according to concrete hardness and depth and diameter of cut
F-19.02.07P core concrete concrete is cored according to drawings and specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of coring concrete, the equipment and procedures used identify types of coring equipment, their applications and procedures for use
identify types of drill bits, their applications and procedures for use
identify measuring devices, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify hazards and safe work practices pertaining to coring concrete
describe barriers, their application and procedures for use

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