Major Work Activity A - Performs Routine Occupational Skills

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Task A-1 Performs safety-related functions

Task Descriptor

Insulators (heat and frost) use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment. Maintaining a safe work environment is crucial.

A-1.01 - Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment

A-1.01 - Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.01.01P select PPE and safety equipment PPE and safety equipment are selected according to project requirements and limitations of PPE and safety equipment
A-1.01.02P inspect and ensure PPE and safety equipment are in good working condition before each use PPE and safety equipment are inspected and in good working condition before each use
A-1.01.03P verify PPE has been cleaned before each use PPE is cleaned before each use
A-1.01.04P remove and report unsafe, worn, damaged or defective PPE and safety equipment unsafe, worn, damaged or defective PPE and safety equipment are reported and removed from service
A-1.01.05P inspect and perform a positive and negative field test before wearing a respirator respirator is inspected, and positive and negative field tests are performed before each use
A-1.01.06P ensure fit test is up-to-date to accommodate changes in face structure fit test is up-to-date to accommodate changes in face structure
A-1.01.07P adjust PPE PPE is adjusted to ensure coverage and protection
A-1.01.08P store PPE and safety equipment PPE and safety equipment are stored in designated area according to specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of PPE and safety equipment, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use identify types of PPE and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify types of safety equipment and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify the procedures used to inspect, maintain and store PPE and safety equipment
A-1.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulations pertaining to PPE and safety equipment identify jurisdictional health and safety acts and regulations pertaining to PPE and safety equipment

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A-1.02 - Maintains safe work environment

A-1.02 - Maintains safe work environment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.02.01P verify work permits work permits required for the project are verified
A-1.02.02P perform a field-level risk assessment of worksite for hazards and locate emergency eye wash, first aid stations, fire extinguishers, escape plan and muster points field-level risk assessment of worksite is performed to identify hazards and locate emergency eye wash, first aid stations, fire extinguishers, escape plan and muster points are located
A-1.02.03P remove or mitigate hazards hazards are removed or mitigated according to field level risk assessment
A-1.02.04P report hazards, near misses and incidents immediately hazards, near misses and incidents are reported immediately to supervisor
A-1.02.05P lock out and tag out machinery, equipment and process machinery, equipment and process are locked out and tagged out to de-energize system according to company policies and procedures
A-1.02.06P comply with all regulations, policies and procedures in the workplace regulations, policies and procedures are complied with
A-1.02.07P set up and remove barriers barriers are set up to cordon off work area and removed upon completion of work according to jurisdictional authority and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices identify hazards and describe safe work practices
identify company policies and procedures pertaining to safe work practices
describe safety watch requirements
identify company or site-specific safety training requirements
describe housekeeping practices related to safe work practices
A-1.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulations pertaining to safety identify required work permits
identify and implement jurisdictional health and safety acts and regulations pertaining to safe work practices

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Task A-2 Uses and maintains tools and equipment

Task Descriptor

Insulators (heat and frost) use and maintain tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner. They use access equipment according to the task at hand.

A-2.01 - Uses tools and equipment

A-2.01 - Uses tools and equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.01.01P maintain tools and equipment tools and equipment are inspected for damage and wear
A-2.01.02P recognize, replace and report worn, damaged or defective tools and equipment worn, damaged or defective tools and equipment are reported and replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications, site-specific requirements and company policies
A-2.01.03P clean and lubricate tools and equipment tools and equipment are cleaned and lubricated according to manufacturers' specifications
A-2.01.04P sharpen tools tools are sharpened according to tool characteristics
A-2.01.05P organize and store tools and equipment tools and equipment are organized and stored to protect them from the elements and ensure easy retrieval
A-2.01.06P select tools and equipment for project tools and equipment are selected and used according to their intended design
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of tools and equipment, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use identify types of tools and equipment, and describe their application and procedures for use
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of tools and equipment

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A-2.02 - Uses access equipment

A-2.02 - Uses access equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.02.01P select access equipment access equipment is selected according to project requirements
A-2.02.02P identify and avoid hazards hazards are identified and avoided
A-2.02.03P check and ensure scaffolding tag has been updated scaffolding tag is updated according to company policies and jurisdictional regulations
A-2.02.04P set up access equipment access equipment is set up according to company policies and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.02.05P conduct inspection of access equipment inspection of access equipment is conducted according to safety checklist for defects
A-2.02.06P operate access equipment access equipment is operated according to manufacturers’ specifications and jurisdictional regulations regarding operation and training
A-2.02.07P take down, organize and store access equipment access equipment is taken down, organized and stored in pre-designated area according to manufacturers’ specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of access equipment, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use identify types of access equipment, and describe their application and procedures for use
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to the use of access equipment
implement codes and regulations pertaining to the use of access equipment
describe the procedures used to inspect and maintain access equipment
identify jurisdictional regulations, limitations and training requirements for access equipment
describe the procedures used to erect, level and dismantle scaffolding
describe the procedures used to store and secure access equipment

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Task A-3 Organizes work

Task Descriptor

Insulators (heat and frost) plan their daily tasks according to the project specifications. They organize the materials, tools and equipment for storage and easy retrieval.

A-3.01 - Performs task scheduling

A-3.01 - Performs task scheduling
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.01.01P organize and prioritize daily tasks daily tasks are organized and prioritized according to factors
A-3.01.02P determine work effort remaining remaining work effort is determined according to project requirements
A-3.01.03P coordinate work tasks with other trades work tasks are coordinated with other trades
A-3.01.04P determine tools and equipment required tools and equipment are determined according to project requirements and availability

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to plan and schedule tasks identify factors to consider when planning and scheduling daily tasks
identify sequence of task activities
describe procedures for coordinating work tasks with other trades
identify work order, work release and safe work permit procedures
identify types, sizes and amounts of materials required for each project

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A-3.02 - Organizes materials on site

A-3.02 - Organizes materials on site
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.02.01P sort and place materials materials are sorted and placed according to factors
A-3.02.02P store and secure materials materials are stored and secured in designated areas considering factors
A-3.02.03P dispose of waste materials waste materials are disposed of according to project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to organize materials on site identify designated areas for storage of materials
identify designated areas for disposal of waste materials
identify factors to consider for storing materials and describe storage procedures
describe procedures used to secure materials
describe procedures used to dispose of waste materials

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Task A-4 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-4.01 Uses communication techniques

Essential Skills: Oral Communication, Working with Others, Continuous Learning

A-4.01 - Uses communication techniques
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.01.01P demonstrate communication practices with individuals or in a group instructions and messages are understood by all parties involved in communication
A-4.01.02P listen using active listening practices steps of active listening are utilized
A-4.01.03P receive and respond to feedback on work response to feedback indicates understanding and corrective measures are taken
A-4.01.04P explain and provide feedback explanation and feedback is provided and task is carried out as directed
A-4.01.05P use questioning to improve communication questions are used to enhance understanding, on‑the‑job training and goal setting
A-4.01.06P participate in safety and information meetings meetings are attended, information is relayed to the workforce, and is understood and applied
A-4.01.07P participate in ongoing training and learning opportunities ongoing training and learning opportunities are taken
A-4.01.08P tailor communication style to different audiences communication style is adapted to different audiences

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of trade terminology define terminology used in the trade
A-4.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of effective communication practices describe the 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 the value of diversity in the workplace
identify communication that constitutes harassment and discrimination

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A-4.02 - Uses mentoring techniques

A-4.02 - Uses mentoring techniques
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.02.01P identify and communicate learning objective and point of lesson apprentice or learner can explain the objective and point of the lesson
A-4.02.02P link lesson to other lessons and the job lesson order and unplanned learning opportunities are defined
A-4.02.03P demonstrate performance of a skill to an apprentice or learner steps required to demonstrate a skill are performed
A-4.02.04P set up conditions required for an apprentice to practice a skill practice conditions are set up so that the skill can be practiced safely by the apprentice
A-4.02.05P 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-4.02.06P give supportive and corrective feedback apprentice or learner adopts best practice after having been given supportive or corrective feedback
A-4.02.07P support apprentices in pursuing technical training opportunities technical training is completed within timeframe prescribed by apprenticeship authority
A-4.02.08P support equity group apprentices workplace is harassment and discrimination-free
A-4.02.09P implement probationary period to assess suitability to the trade commitment is demonstrated and more suitable career options are suggested if required

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for learning skills in the workplace describe the importance of individual experience
describe the shared responsibilities for workplace learning
determine one’s own learning preferences and explain how these relate to learning new skills
describe the importance of different types of skills in the workplace
describe the importance of essential skills in the workplace
identify different learning styles
identify different learning needs and strategies to meet them
identify strategies to assist in learning a skill
A-4.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for teaching workplace skills identify different roles played by a workplace mentor
describe teaching skills
explain the importance of identifying the point of a lesson
identify how to choose a good time to present a lesson
explain the importance of linking the lessons
identify the components of the skill (the context)
describe considerations in setting up opportunities for skill practice
explain the importance of providing feedback
identify techniques for giving effective feedback
describe a skills assessment
identify methods of assessing progress
explain how to adjust a lesson to different situations

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Task A-5 Performs routine trade practices

Task Descriptor

Insulators (heat and frost) interpret specifications and drawings to understand the project requirements. They calculate measurements and prepare substrates.

A-5.01 - Performs measurements and calculations

A-5.01 - Performs measurements and calculations
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-5.01.01P take field measurements using tools field measurements are taken using tools according to field installation
A-5.01.02P calculate layout dimensions of components layout dimensions of components are calculated using formulas

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-5.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of measurements and calculations identify mathematical formulas for calculating dimensions of components
identify imperial and metric systems and the conversion from one to the other

Range of Variables

A-5.02 - Interprets specifications and drawings

A-5.02 - Interprets specifications and drawings
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-5.02.01P read drawings and specifications for factors drawings and specifications are read for factors
A-5.02.02P identify symbols and abbreviations found on drawings symbols and abbreviations found on drawings are identified
A-5.02.03P determine actual dimensions actual dimensions are determined using tools
A-5.02.04P identify specifications specifications are interpreted and applied

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-5.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of specifications, types of drawings and drawing components identify specifications and types of drawings, their application and procedures for use
identify symbols and abbreviations found on types of drawings
identify drawing components
interpret and apply findings from specifications and types of drawings

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A-5.03 - Prepares substrates

A-5.03 - Prepares substrates
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-5.03.01P prepare substrate using tools and equipment substrate is prepared using tools and equipment to ensure insulation system can be installed according to specifications
A-5.03.02P remove contaminants from surface contaminants are removed from surface using tools and equipment
A-5.03.03P grind, pin and weld substrate substrate is ground, pinned and welded according to specifications
A-5.03.04P paint substrate around welded pins substrate around welded pins is painted to prevent corrosion according to project specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-5.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of substrates and the procedures used to prepare them for installation of insulation identify types of substrate material, and the methods used to prepare them
identify compatibility of insulating material and substrate based on factors
identify types of protrusions, penetrations and irregularities in the substrate
describe substrate preparation techniques for installation of insulation

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