THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

FOR
BUILDING TECHNICIAN
LEVEL 6

TVET CDACC
P.O BOX 15745-00100
NAIROBI
First published 2018

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All rights reserved. No part of these occupational standards may be reproduced,

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requests, write to the Council Secretary/CEO, at the address below:

Council Secretary/CEO
TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council
P.O. Box 15745–00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: cdacc.tvet@gmail.com

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD.......................................................................................................................4

PREFACE............................................................................................................................5

ACKNOWLEDGMENT.....................................................................................................6

ACRONYMS.......................................................................................................................7

KEY TO UNIT CODE........................................................................................................8

OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................9

BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY.................................................................................11

DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS...........................................................12

DEMONSTRATE NUMERACY SKILLS.......................................................................17

DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY........................................................................23

DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP......................29

DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS..............................................................38

DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY.....................................................47

DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES............58

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY..........................................................................68

APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS.................................................................69

PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS...........................................76

APPLY BUILDING MATERIALS SCIENCE.................................................................81

APPLY WORKSHOP TECHNOLOGY PRACTICES....................................................85

EXECUTE BUILDING TEMPORARY WORKS............................................................90

CORE COMPETENCIES.................................................................................................94

PRODUCE BUILDING DRAWINGS..............................................................................95

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EXECUTE SITE PRELIMINARY WORKS....................................................................99

PRODUCE MASONRY UNITS.....................................................................................104

MANAGE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, PLANT, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 108

EXECUTE SUBSTRUCTURE WORKS........................................................................111

EXECUTE SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKS...................................................................115

EXECUTE BUILDING FINISHES................................................................................121

EXECUTE BUILDING EXTERNAL WORKS.............................................................125

INSTALL BUILDING SERVICES................................................................................129

INSTALL BUILDING DOORS AND WINDOWS.......................................................133

SUPERVISE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT..................................................................136

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 FOREWORD

The provision of quality education and training is fundamental to the Government’s

overall strategy for social economic development. Quality education and training will
contribute to achievement of Kenya’s development blueprint, Vision 2030 and
sustainable development goals.

Reforms in the education sector are necessary for the achievement of Kenya Vision 2030
and meeting the provisions of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The education sector had
to be aligned to the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and this resulted to the formulation of the
Policy Framework for Reforming Education and Training (Sessional Paper No. 4 of
2016). A key feature of this policy is the radical change in the design and delivery of the
TVET training. This policy document requires that training in TVET shall be
competency based, curriculum development shall be industry led, certification shall be
based on demonstration of competence and mode of delivery shall allow for multiple
entry and exit in TVET programmes.

These reforms demand that Industry takes a leading role in curriculum development to
ensure the curriculum addresses its competence needs. It is against this background that
these Occupational Standards were developed for the purpose of developing a
competency-based curriculum for Building technician. These Occupational Standards
will also be the bases for assessment of an individual for competence certification.

It is my conviction that these Occupational Standards will play a great role towards
development of competent human resource for the Building and Construction sector’s
growth and sustainable development.

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

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 PREFACE

Kenya Vision 2030 aims to transform the country into a newly industrializing, “middle-
income country providing a high-quality life to all its citizens by the year 2030”. Kenya
intends to create a globally competitive and adaptive human resource base to meet the
requirements of a rapidly industrializing economy through life-long education and
training. TVET has a responsibility of facilitating the process of inculcating knowledge,
skills and attitudes necessary for catapulting the nation to a globally competitive country,
hence the paradigm shift to embrace Competency Based Education and Training (CBET).

The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act No. 29 of 2013 and Sessional
Paper No. 4 of 2016 on Reforming Education and Training in Kenya, emphasized the
need to reform curriculum development, assessment and certification in TVET. This
called for shift to CBET in order to address the mismatch between skills acquired through
training and skills needed by industry as well as increase the global competitiveness of
Kenyan labour force.

The TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council (TVET

CDACC), in conjunction with Building Sector Skills Advisory Committee (SSAC), have
developed these Occupational Standards for a Building Technician. These standards will
be the bases for development of competency-based curriculum for Building Technician
level 6.

The occupational standards are designed and organized with clear performance criteria
for each element of a unit of competency. These standards also outline the required
knowledge and skills as well as evidence guide.

I am grateful to the Council members, Council Secretariat, Building SSAC, expert

workers and all those who participated in the development of these occupational
standards.

Prof. CHARLES M. M. ONDIEKI, PhD, FIET (K), Con. EngTech.

CHAIRMAN, TVET CDACC

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

These Occupational Standards were developed through combined effort of various

stakeholders from private and public organizations. I am thankful to the management of
these organizations for allowing their staff to participate in this course. I wish to
acknowledge the invaluable contribution of industry players who provided inputs towards
the development of these Standards.

I thank TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council

(TVETCDACC) for providing guidance on the development of these Standards. My
gratitude goes to Building Sector Skills Advisory Committee (SSAC) members for their
contribution to the development of these Standards. I thank all the individuals and
organizations who participated in the validation of these Standards.

I acknowledge all other institutions which in one way or another contributed to the
development of these standards.

CHAIRMAN

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION SECTOR SKILLS ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

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 ACRONYMS
CDACC Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
CCTV Closed-Circuit Television (surveillance)
BS British Standards
ICT Information Computer Technology
IEE International Electrical Engineering
BQS Bill of Quantities
CAD Computer Aided Design
CGA County Government Approvals
DTP Desktop Publishing
EHS Environment, health and safety
EMS Environmental Management System
IFCE The International Federation of Consulting Engineers1
HRD Human Resources Development
ICT Information Computer Technology
JBC Joint building council
KCSE Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
KEBS Kenya Bureau of Standards
KNQA Kenya National Qualification Authority
NCA National Construction Authority
NEMA National Environment Management Authority
NOS National Occupational Standards
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
QA Quality Assurance
QC Quality Control
TES Teach Elite’s Shop
TVET Technical and vocational education and training
BRC British reinforcement concrete
ASTM American society for testing and materials
PPR Polypropylene pipes
DPM Damp proof membrane
DPC Damp proof course
IEE Institute of electrical engineers
GI Galvanized iron

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 KEY TO UNIT CODE

CON / OS /BUT/BC/01/6/A

Industry or sector

Occupational Standards

Occupational area

Type of competency

Competency number

Competency level

Version control

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 OVERVIEW

Building Technician Level 6 qualification constis of competencies that a person must

achieve to enable him/her to be certified as a Building Technician. The units of
competency comprising Building Technician certificate level 6 qualifications include the
following basic and core competencies:

UNIT CODE BASIC UNIT OF COMPETENCE

CON/OS/BUT/BC/01/6 Demonstrate communication skills

CON/OS/BUT/BC/02/6 Demonstrate Numeracy Skill

CON/OS/BUT/BC/03/6 Demonstrate Digital Literacy

CON/OS/BUT/BC/04/6 Demonstrate Entrepreneurial Skills

CON/OS/BUT/BC/05/6 Demonstrate Employability Skills

CON/OS/BUT/BC/06/6 Demonstrate Environmental literacy

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCE

UNIT CODE COMMON UNIT OF COMPETENCE

CON/OS/BUT/BC/CU/01/6 Technical Drawing
CON/OS/BUT/BC/CU/02/6 Applied Mathematics
CON/OS/BUT/BC/CU/03/6 Apply building materials science
CON/OS/BUT/BC/CU/04/6 Apply workshop technology practices
CON/OS/BUT/BC/CU/05/6 Perform Building Temporary works

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CORE UNIT OF COMPETENCE
UNIT CODE UNIT CORE OF COMPETENCE
CON/OS/BUT /CR/01/6 Produce building drawings
CON/OS/BUT/CR/02/6 Perform site preliminary works
CON/OS/BUT /CR/03/6 Manufacture masonry units
CON/OS/BUT /CR/04/6 Manage materials, tools and equipment
CON/OS/BUT /CR/05/6 Perform substructure works
CON/OS/BUT /CR/06/6 Perform superstructure works
CON/OS/BUT /CR/07/6 Perform building finishes
CON/OS/BUT /CR/08/6 Perform building external works
CON/OS/BUT /CR/09/6 Install building services
CON/OS/BUT /CR/10/6 Install building doors and windows
CON/OS/BUT /CR/11/6 Manage construction project

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 BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY

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 DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/01/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit covers the competencies required in meeting communication needs of clients
and colleagues; developing, establishing, maintaining communication pathways and
strategies. It also covers competencies for conducting interview, facilitating group
discussion and representing the organization in various forums.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required level
key outcomes of performance for each of the elements.
which make up
workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
function
1. Meet
communication 1.1 Specific communication needs of clients and colleagues are
needs of clients identified and met
and colleagues
1.2 Different approaches are used to meet communication needs
of clients and colleagues

1.3 Conflict is addressed promptly and in a timely way and in a

manner, which does not compromise the standing of the
organization
2. Develop 2.1 Strategies for effective internal and external dissemination of
communication information are developed to meet the organization’s
strategies requirements
2.2 Special communication needs are considered in developing
strategies to avoid discrimination in the workplace
2.3 Communication strategies are analyzed, evaluated and revised
where necessary to make sure they are effective
3. Establish and 3.1 Pathways of communication are established to meet
maintain requirements of organization and workforce
communication 3.2 Pathways are maintained and reviewed to ensure personnel are
pathways informed of relevant information

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4. Promote use of 4.1 Information is provided to all areas of the organization to
communication facilitate implementation of the strategy
strategies 4.2 Effective communication techniques are articulated and
modelled to the workforce
4.3 Personnel are given guidance about adapting communication
strategies to suit a range of contexts
5. Conduct 5.1 A range of appropriate communication strategies are
interview employed in interview situations
5.2 Records of interviews are made and maintained in accordance
with organizational procedures
5.3 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal communication
techniques are used to ensure that required message is
communicated
6. Facilitate 6.1 Mechanisms which enhance effective group interaction is
group defined and implemented
discussion 6.2 Strategies which encourage all group members to participate
are used routinely
6.3 Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions are
routinely set and followed
6.4 Relevant information is provided to group to facilitate
outcomes
6.5 Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken
to promote participation of all parties
6.6 Specific communication needs of individuals are identified
and addressed
7. Represent the
organization 7.1 When participating in internal or external forums,
presentation is relevant, appropriately researched and presented in
a manner to promote the organization

7.2 Presentation is clear and sequential and delivered within a

predetermined time

7.3 Appropriate media is utilized to enhance presentation

7.4 Differences in views are respected

7.5 Written communication is consistent with organizational

standards

7.6 Inquiries are responded in a manner consistent with

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 organizational standard

RANGE

This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
 Language switch
Communication strategies  Comprehension check
include but not limited to:  Repetition
 Asking confirmation
 Paraphrase
 Clarification request
 Translation
 Restructuring
 Approximation
 Generalization
 Identifying and evaluating what is occurring within
Effective group interaction an interaction in a nonjudgmental way
includes but not limited to:  Using active listening
 Making decision about appropriate words, behavior
 Putting together response which is culturally
appropriate
 Expressing an individual perspective
 Expressing own philosophy, ideology and
background and exploring impact with relevance to
communication
 Establishing rapport
Situations include but not  Eliciting facts and information
limited to:
 Facilitating resolution of issues
 Developing action plans
 Diffusing potentially difficult situations

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Effective communication
 Active listening
 Giving/receiving feedback
 Interpretation of information
 Role boundaries setting
 Negotiation
 Establishing empathy
 Openness and flexibility in communication
 Communication skills required to fulfill job roles as specified by the
organization
 Writing communications strategy
 Applying key elements of communications strategy

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Communication process
 Dynamics of groups and different styles of group leadership
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
 Flexibility in communication
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
 Key elements of communications strategy

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EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
aspects of 1.1 Developed communication strategies to meet the
Competency organization requirements and applied in the workplace
1.2 Established and maintained communication pathways for
effective communication in the workplace
1.3 Used communication strategies involving exchanges of
complex oral information
2. Resource
Implications The following resources should be provided:
4. 1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately
simulated environment where assessment can take place
4. 2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3. Methods of
Assessmen Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
t 3.1 Direct Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.2 Written Examination
4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual
Assessmen workplace or through accredited institution
t
5. Guidance
informatio Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
n for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 DEMONSTRATE NUMERACY SKILLS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a worker in order to apply a wide range
of mathematical calculations for work; apply ratios, rates and proportions to solve
problems; estimate, measure and calculate measurement for work; Use detailed maps to
plan travel routes for work; Use geometry to draw and construct 2D and 3D shapes for
work; Collect, organize and interpret statistical data; Use routine formula and algebraic
expressions for work and use common functions of a scientific calculator

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
1. Apply a wide range of 1.1 Mathematical information embedded in a range of
mathematical workplace tasks and texts is extracted
calculations for work 1.2 Mathematical information is interpreted and
comprehended
1.3 A range of mathematical and problem solving processes
are select and used
1.4 Different forms of fractions, decimals and percentages
are flexibly used
1.5 Calculation performed with positive and negative
numbers
1.6 Numbers are expressed as powers and roots and are
used in calculations
1.7 Calculations done using routine formulas
1.8 Estimation and assessment processes are used to check
outcome
1.9 Mathematical language is used to discuss and explain

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 the processes, results and implications of the task
2. Use and apply ratios, 2.1 Information regarding ratios, rates and proportions
rates and proportions extracted from a range of workplace tasks and texts
for work 2.2 Mathematical information related to ratios, rate and
proportions is analyzed
2.3 Problem solving processes are used to undertake the
task
2.4 Equivalent ratios and rates are simplified
2.5 Quantities are calculated using ratios, rates and
proportions
2.6 Graphs, charts or tables are constructed to represent
ratios, rates and proportions
2.6 The outcomes reviewed and checked
2.7 Information is record using mathematical language and
symbols
3. Estimate, measure 3.1 Measurement information embedded in workplace texts
and calculate and tasks are extracted and interpreted
measurement for 3.2 Appropriate workplace measuring equipment are
work identified and selected
3.3 Accurate measurements are estimate and made
3.4 The area of 2D shapes including compound shapes are
calculated
3.5 The volume of 3D shapes is calculated using relevant
formulas
3.6 Sides of right angled triangles are calculated using
Pythagoras’ theorem
3.7 conversions are perform between units of measurement
3.8 Problem solving processes are used to undertake the
task
3.9 The measurement outcomes are reviewed and checked
3.10 Information is recorded using mathematical language
and symbols appropriate for the task
4. Use detailed maps to 4.1 Different types of maps are identified and interpreted
plan travel routes for 4.2 Key features of maps are identified
work 4.3 Scales are identified and interpreted
4.4 Scales are applied to calculate actual distances
4.5 Positions or locations are determined using directional
information
4.6 Routes are planned by determining directions and
calculating distances, speeds and times

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 4.7 Information is gathered and identified and relevant
factors related to planning a route checked
4.8 Relevant equipment is select and checked for accuracy
and operational effectiveness
4.9 Task is planned and recorded using specialized
mathematical language and symbols appropriate for the
task
5. Use geometry to draw 5.1 A range of 2D shapes and 3D shapes and their uses in
2D shapes and work contexts is identified
construct 3D shapes 5.2 Features of 2D and 3D shapes are named and described
for work 5.3 Types of angles in 2D and 3D shapes are identified
5.4 Angles are drawn, estimated and measured using
geometric instruments
5.5 Angle properties of 2D shapes are named and identified
5.6 Angle properties are used to evaluate unknown angles
in shapes
5.7 Properties of perpendicular and parallel lines are
applied to shapes
5.8 Understanding and use of symmetry is demonstrated
5.9 Understanding and use of similarity is demonstrated
5.10 The workplace tasks and mathematical processes
required are identified
5.11 2D shapes is drawn for work
5.12 3D shapes is constructed for work
5.13 The outcomes are reviewed and checked
5.14 Specialized mathematical language and symbols
appropriate for the task are used
6. Collect, organize, 6.1 Workplace issue requiring investigation are identified
and interpret 6.2 Audience / population / sample unit is determined
statistical data for 6.3 Data to be collected is identified
work 6.4 Data collection method is selected
6.5 Appropriate statistical data is collected and organized
6.6 Data is illustrated in appropriate formats
6.7 The effectiveness of different types of graphs are
compared
6.8 The summary statistics for collected data is calculated
6.9 The results / findings are interpreted
6.10 Data is checked to ensure that it meets the expected
results and content
6.11 Information from the results including tables, graphs

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 and summary statistics is extracted and interpreted
6.12 Mathematical language and symbols are used to report
results of investigation

7. Use routine formula 7.1 Understanding of informal and symbolic notation,

and algebraic representation and conventions of algebraic expressions is
expressions for work demonstrated
7.2 Simple algebraic expressions and equations are
developed
7.3 Operate on algebraic expressions
7.4 Algebraic expressions are simplified
7.5 Substitution into simple routine equations is done
7.6 Routine formulas used for work tasks are identified and
comprehended
7.7 Routine formulas are evaluate by substitution
7.8 Routine formulas transposed
7.9 Appropriate formulas are identified and used for work
related tasks
7.10Outcomes are checked and result of calculation used
8. Use common 8.1 Required numerical information to perform tasks is
functions of a located
scientific calculator 8.2 The order of operations and function keys necessary to
for work solve mathematical calculation are determined
8.3 Function keys on a scientific calculator are identified
and used
8.4 Estimations are referred to check reasonableness of
problem solving process
8.5 Appropriate mathematical language, symbols and
conventions are used to report results

RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

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 1. Geometry May include but not limited to:
2.1 Scale drawing
2.2 Triangles
2.3 Simple solid
2.4 Round
2.5 Square
2.6 Rectangular
2.7 Triangle
2.8 Sphere
2.9 Cylinder
2.10 Cube
2.11 Polygons
2.12 Cuboids

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Applying Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Using calculator
 Using different measuring tools

Required knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Types of common shapes
 Differentiation between two dimensional shapes / objects
 Formulae for calculating area and volume
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
 Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Rounding techniques
 Types of fractions

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  Different types of tables and graphs
 Meaning of graphs, such as increasing, decreasing, and constant value
 Preparation of basic data, tables & graphs

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Mathematical information embedded in a range of workplace tasks and
texts is extracted
1.2 Mathematical information is interpreted and comprehended
1.3 A range of mathematical and problem solving processes are select and
used
1.4 Different forms of fractions, decimals and percentages are flexibly used
1.5 Calculation performed with positive and negative numbers
1.6 Numbers are expressed as powers and roots and are used in
calculations
1.7 Calculations done using routine formulas
1.8 Estimation and assessment processes are used to check outcome
1.9 Mathematical language is used to discuss and explain the processes,
results and implications of the task
2. Resource
Implications 2.1 Calculator

2.2 Basic measuring instruments

3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment
3.1 Written Test

3.2 Interview/Oral Questioning

3.3 Demonstration
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off the job setting
Assessment
5. Guidance
information for Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/03/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit covers the competencies required to effectively use digital devices such as
smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs. It entails identifying and using digital
devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs for purposes of
communication, work performance and management at the work place.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required
key outcomes which level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace
function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1. Identify 1.1 Concepts of ICT are determined in accordance with

appropriate computer equipment
computer 1.2 Classifications of computers are determined in accordance
software and with manufacturers specification
hardware 1.3 Appropriate computer software is identified according to
manufacturer’s specification
1.4 Appropriate computer hardware is identified according to
manufacturer’s specification
1.5 Functions and commands of operating system are
determined in accordance with manufacturer’s
specification
2. Apply security 2.1 Data security and privacy are classified in accordance
measures to with the prevailing technology

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 data, hardware, 2.2 Security threats reidentified and control measures are
software in applied in accordance with laws governing protection of
automated ICT
environment 2.3 Computer threats and crimes are detected.
2.4 Protection against computer crimes is undertaken in
accordance with laws governing protection of ICT
3. Apply computer 3.1 Word processing concepts are applied in resolving
software in workplace tasks, report writing and documentation
solving tasks 3.2 Word processing utilities are applied in accordance with
workplace procedures
3.3 Worksheet layout is prepared in accordance with work
procedures
3.4 Worksheet is build and data manipulated in the worksheet
in accordance with workplace procedures
3.5 Continuous data manipulated on worksheet is undertaken
in accordance with work requirements
3.6 Database design and manipulation is undertaken in
accordance with office procedures
3.7 Data sorting, indexing, storage, retrieval and security is
provided in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Apply internet 4.1 Electronic mail addresses are opened and applied in
and email in workplace communication in accordance with office
communication policy
at workplace 4.2 Office internet functions are defined and executed in
accordance with office procedures
4.3 Network configuration is determined in accordance with
office operations procedures
4.4 Official World Wide Web is installed and managed
according to workplace procedures
5. Apply Desktop 5.1 Desktop publishing functions and tools are identified in
publishing in accordance with manufactures specifications
official 5.2 Desktop publishing tools are developed in accordance with
assignments work requirements
5.3 Desktop publishing tools are applied in accordance with
workplace requirements
5.4 Typeset work is enhanced in accordance with workplace
standards
6. Prepare 6.1 Types of presentation packages are identified in
presentation accordance with office requirements
packages 6.2 Slides are created and formulated in accordance with

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 workplace procedures
6.3 Slides are edited and run in accordance with work
procedures
6.4 Slides and handouts are printed according to work
requirements

RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

Appropriate computer A collection of instructions or computer tools that enable

software may include but the user to interact with a computer, its hardware, or
not limited to: perform tasks.

Appropriate computer Collection of physical parts of a computer system such as;

hardware may include but  Computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse
not limited to:  All the parts inside the computer case, such as the hard
disk drive, motherboard and video card
 Confidentiality of data
Data security and privacy  Cloud computing
may include but not  Integrity -but-curious data surfing
limited to:
 Counter measures against cyber terrorism
Security and control  Risk reduction
measures may include but
 Cyber threat issues
not limited to:
 Risk management
 Pass-wording
 Cyber terrorism
Security threats may  Hacking
include but not limited to:

Word processing Using a special program to create, edit and print

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concepts may include but documents
not limited to:

Network configuration Organizing and maintaining information on the

may include but not components of a computer network
limited to:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Analytical skills
 Interpretation
 Typing
 Communication
 Computing (applying fundamental operations such as addition, subtraction,
division and multiplication)
 Using calculator
 Basic ICT skills

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Software concept
 Functions of computer software and hardware
 Data security and privacy
 Computer security threats and control measures
 Technology underlying cyber-attacks and networks
 Cyber terrorism
 Computer crimes
 Detection and protection of computer crimes
 Laws governing protection of ICT
 Word processing;
 Functions and concepts of word processing.

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  Documents and tables creation and manipulations
 Mail merging
 Word processing utilities
 Spread sheets;
 Meaning, formulae, function and charts, uses and layout
 Data formulation, manipulation and application to cells

 Database;
 Database design, data manipulation, sorting, indexing,
storage retrieval and security
 Desktop publishing;
 Designing and developing desktop publishing tools
 Manipulation of desktop publishing tools
 Enhancement of typeset work and printing documents
 Presentation Packages;
 Types of presentation Packages
 Creating, formulating, running, editing, printing and
presenting slides and handouts
 Networking and Internet;
 Computer networking and internet.
 Electronic mail and world wide web
 Emerging trends and issues in ICT;
 Identify and integrate emerging trends and issues in ICT
 Challenges posed by emerging trends and issues

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Aspects of 1.1 Identified and controlled security threats
Competency 1.2 Detected and protected computer crimes
1.3 Applied word processing in office tasks
1.4 Designed, prepared work sheet and applied data to the cells
in accordance to workplace procedures
1.5 Opened electronic mail for office communication as per
workplace procedure
1.6 Installed internet and World Wide Web for office tasks in
accordance with office procedures
1.7 Integrated emerging issues in computer ICT applications

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 1.8 Applied laws governing protection of ICT
2. Resource 2.1 Tablets
Implications 2.2 Laptops and
2.3 Desktop PCs
2.4 Desktop computer
2.5 Lap top
2.6 Calculator
2.7 Internet
2.8 Smart phone
2.9 Operations Manuals
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written Test
3.2 Demonstration
3.3 Practical assignment
3.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
3.5 Demonstration
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job
Assessment setting
5. Guidance
information for Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
assessment sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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 DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP

UNIT CODE : CON/OS/BUT/BC/04/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate understanding of

entrepreneurship. It involves demonstrating understanding of an entrepreneur,
entrepreneurship and self-employment. It also involves identifying entrepreneurship
opportunities, creating entrepreneurial awareness, applying entrepreneurial motivation
and developing business innovative strategies.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Demonstrate understanding 1.1 Entrepreneurs and Business persons are
of an Entrepreneur distinguished as per principles of
entrepreneurship
1.2 Types of entrepreneurs are identified as per
principles of entrepreneurship
1.3 Ways of becoming an Entrepreneur are
identified as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.4 Characteristics of Entrepreneurs are identified
as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.5 Factors affecting Entrepreneurship development
are explored as per principles of
Entrepreneurship
2. Demonstrate understanding 2.1 Entrepreneurship and self-employment are
of Entrepreneurship and self- distinguished as per principles of

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 employment entrepreneurship
2.2 Importance of self-employment is analysed
based on business procedures and strategies
2.3 Requirements for entry into self-employment
are identified according to business procedures
and strategies
2.4 Role of an Entrepreneur in business is
determined according to business procedures
and strategies
2.5 Contributions of Entrepreneurs to National
development are identified as per business
procedures and strategies
2.6 Entrepreneurship culture in Kenya is explored
as per business procedures and strategies
2.7 Born or made Entrepreneurs are distinguished
as per entrepreneurial traits
3. Identify Entrepreneurship 3.1 Sources of business ideas are identified as per
opportunities business procedures and strategies
3.2 Business ideas and opportunities are generated
as per business procedures and strategies
3.3 Business life cycle is analysed as per business
procedures and strategies
3.4 Legal aspects of business are identified as per
procedures and strategies
3.5 Product demand is assessed as per market
strategies
3.6 Types of business environment are identified
and evaluated as per business procedures
3.7 Factors to consider when evaluating business
environment are explored based on business
procedure and strategies
3.8 Technology in business is incorporated as per
best practice

4. Create entrepreneurial 4.1 Forms of businesses are explored as per

awareness business procedures and strategies
4.2 Sources of business finance are identified as per
business procedures and strategies
4.3 Factors in selecting source of business finance
are identified as per business procedures and

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 strategies
4.4 Governing policies on Small Scale Enterprises
(SSEs) are determined as per business
procedures and strategies
4.5 Problems of starting and operating SSEs are
explored as per business procedures and
strategies

5. Apply entrepreneurial 5.1 Internal and external motivation factors are

motivation determined in accordance with motivational
theories
5.2 Self-assessment is carried out as per
entrepreneurial orientation
5.3 Effective communications are carried out in
accordance with communication principles
5.4 Entrepreneurial motivation is applied as per
motivational theories

6. Develop innovative business 6.1 Business innovation strategies are determined in

strategies accordance with the organization strategies

6.2 Creativity in business development is

demonstrated in accordance with
business strategies

6.3 Innovative business strategies are

developed as per business principles

6.4 Linkages with other entrepreneurs are

created as per best practice

6.5 ICT is incorporated in business growth

and development as per best practice

7. Develop Business Plan 7.1 Identified Business is described as per business

procedures and strategies

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 7.2 Marketing plan is developed as per business
plan format
7.3 Organizational/Management plan is prepared in
accordance with business plan format
7.4 Production/operation plan in accordance with
business plan format
7.5 Financial plan is prepared in accordance with
the business plan format
7.6 Executive summary is prepared in accordance
with business plan format
7.7 Business plan is presented as per best practice

RANGE

This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

5. Internal motivation include but not 5.1 Interest

limited to: 5.2 Passion
5.3 Freedom

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

5.4 Prestige

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

6. Business environment 6.1 External

6.2 Internal
6.3 Intermediate

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

7. Forms of businesses 7.1 Sole proprietorship

7.2 Partnership
7.3 Limited companies

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

7.4 Cooperatives

8. Governing policies 8.1 Increasing scope for finance

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

8.2 Promoting cooperation between

entrepreneurs and private sector
8.3 Reducing regulatory burden on

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

entrepreneurs
8.4 Developing IT tools for entrepreneurs

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

9. External motivation include but not 9.1 Rewards

limited to: 9.2 Punishment
9.3 Enabling environment

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

9.4 Government policies

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

10. Entrepreneurial orientation include 10.1 Passion

but not limited to: 10.2 Interest
10.3 Hobbies

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

10.4 Skills

11. Innovative business strategies 11.1 New products

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

include but not limited to: 11.2 New methods of production

11.3 New markets
11.4 New sources of supplies

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

11.5 Change in industrialization

12. Communication principles include 12.1 Feed back

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

but not limited to: 12.2 Attention

12.3 Clarity
12.4 Timeliness

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

12.5 Adequacy
12.6 Consistency
12.7 Informality

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Variable Range

include but not limited to:

1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

13. Motivational theories include but 13.1 Marslows theory

not limited to: 13.2 McClelland theory
13.3 Fredrick Tylors theory

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Assessing a range of alternative products and strategies
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Identifying changing consumer preferences and demographics
 Thinking “outside the box”
 Ensuring quality consistency
 Reducing lead time to product/service delivery
 Management
 Using formal problem-solving procedures, e. g., root-cause analysis, six sigmas
 Communication
 Applying motivational principles, e. g., positive stroking, behavior modification
 Assessing range of alternatives rather than choosing the easiest option
 Achieving ownership and credibility for the enterprise vision
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Developing solutions and practical strategies which are “outside the box”

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Entrepreneurial competencies
 Decision making
 Business communication
 Change management
 Coping with competition
 Risk taking
 Net working

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  Time management
 Leadership
 Factors affecting entrepreneurship development
 Principles of Entrepreneurship
 Features and benefits of common operational practices, e. g., continuous
improvement (kaizen), waste elimination,
 Conflict resolution
 Health, safety and environment (HSE) principles and requirements
 Customer care strategies
 Basic financial management
 Business strategic planning
 Impact of change on individuals, groups and industries
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international market trends
 Product promotion strategies
 Market and feasibility studies
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international business environment
 Concepts of change management
 Relevant developments in other industries
 Regional/ County business expansion strategies
 Innovation in business

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects of
Competency Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
1.1 Distinguished entrepreneurs and business persons
correctly
1.2 Identified ways of becoming an entrepreneur
appropriately
1.3 Explored factors affecting entrepreneurship development
appropriately
1.4 Analysed importance of self-employment accurately
1.5 Identified requirements for entry into self-employment
correctly

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 1.6 Identified sources of business ideas correctly
1.7 Generated Business ideas and opportunities correctly
1.8 Analysed business life cycle accurately
1.9 Identified legal aspects of business correctly
1.10 Assessed product demand accurately
1.11 Determined Internal and external motivation factors
appropriately
1.12 Carried out communications effectively
1.13 Identified sources of business finance correctly
1.14 Determined Governing policy on small scale
enterprise appropriately
1.15 Explored problems of starting and operating SSEs
effectively
1.16 Developed Marketing, Organizational/Management,
Production/Operation and Financial plans correctly
1.17 Prepared executive summary correctly
1.18 Determined business innovative strategies
appropriately
1.19 Presented business plan effectively
2. Resource
Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Check list
2.2 Research tools (Questionnaire, interview guide,
observation schedule)
2.3 Materials, tools, equipment and machines relevant

3. Methods of 3.1 Written tests

Assessment 3.2 Observation
3.3 Oral questions
3.4 Third party report
3.5 Interviews
3.6 Case problems
3.7 Portfolio

4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a

Assessment simulated workplace setting
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group

5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
for assessment sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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 DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/05/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTON

This unit covers competencies required to demonstrate employability skills. It involves

conducting self-management, demonstrating interpersonal communication, critical safe
work habits, leading a workplace team, planning and organizing work, maintaining
professional growth and development, demonstrating workplace learning, problem
solving skills and managing ethical performance.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Conduct self- 1.1 Personal vision, mission and goals are formulated
management based on potential and in relation to organization
objectives
1.2 Emotions are managed as per workplace requirements
1.3 Individual performance is evaluated and monitored
according to the agreed targets.
1.4 Assertiveness is developed and maintained based on
the requirements of the job.
1.5 Accountability and responsibility for own actions are
demonstrated.
1.6 Self-esteem and a positive self-image are developed
and maintained.
1.7 Time management, attendance and punctuality are

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 observed as per the organization policy.
1.8 Goals are managed as per the organization’s objective
1.9 Self-strengths and weaknesses are identified as per
personal objectives
1.10 Critics are managed as per personal objectives

2. Demonstrate 2.1 Listening and understanding is demonstrated as per

interpersonal communication policy
communication 2.2 Writing to the needs of the audience is demonstrated as
per communication policy
2.3 Speaking, reading and writing is demonstrated as per
communication policy
2.4 Negotiation skills are demonstrated as per
communication policy
2.5 Empathizing is demonstrated as per the communication
policy
2.6 Numeracy is applied as per the communication policy
2.7 Internal and external customers’ needs are identified
and interpreted as per the communication policy
2.8 Persuasion is demonstrated as per the communication
policy
2.9 Communication nnetworks are established as per the
SOPs
2.10 Information is shared as per communication
structure
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Stress is managed in accordance with workplace
critical safe work procedures.
habits 3.2 Punctuality and time consciousness is demonstrated in
line with workplace policy.
3.3 Personal objectives are integrated with organization
goals based on organization’s strategic plan.
3.4 Resources are utilized in accordance with workplace
policy.
3.5 Work priorities are set in accordance to workplace
procedures.
3.6 Leisure time is recognized in line with organization
policy.
3.7 Abstinence from drug and substance abuse is observed
as per workplace policy.
3.8 Awareness of HIV and AIDS is demonstrated in line

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 with workplace requirements.
3.9 Safety consciousness is demonstrated in the workplace
based on organization safety policy.
3.10 Emerging issues are dealt with in accordance with
organization policy.
4. Lead a workplace 4.1 Performance expectations for the team are set
team 4.2 Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance
with the organization policy.
4.3 Team parameters and relationships are identified
according to set rules and regulations.
4.4 Forms of communication in a team are established
according to office policy.
4.5 Communication is carried out as per workplace place
policy and requirements of the job.
4.6 Team performance is supervised
4.7 Feedback on performance is collected and analyzed
based on established team learning process
4.8 Conflicts are resolved between team members in line
with organization rules and regulations.
4.9 Gender mainstreaming is undertaken in accordance
with set regulations.
4.10 Human rights are adhered to in accordance with
existing protocol.
4.11 Healthy relationships are developed and maintained
for harmonious co-existence in line with workplace.
5. Plan and organize 5.1 Task requirements are identified as per the workplace
work objectives
5.2 Task is interpreted in accordance with safety (OHS ),
environmental requirements and quality requirements
5.3 Work activity is organized with other involved
personnel as per the SOPs
5.4 Resources are mobilized, allocated and utilized to meet
project goals and deliverables.
5.5 Work activities are monitored and evaluated in line with
organization procedures.
5.6 Job planning is documented in accordance with
workplace requirements.
5.7 Planning and organizing of work activities is reviewed
as per the workplace requirements
5.8 Time is managed achieve workplace set goals and

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 objectives.
6. Maintain 6.1 Personal training needs are identified and assessed in
professional line with the requirements of the job.
growth and 6.2 Training and career opportunities are identified and
development availed based on job requirements.
6.3 Resources for training are mobilized and allocated
based organizations skills needs.
6.4 Licensees and certifications relevant to job and career
are obtained and renewed.
6.5 Personal growth is pursued towards improving the
qualifications set for the profession.
6.6 Work priorities and commitments are managed based
on requirement of the job and workplace policy.
6.7 Recognitions are sought as proof of career
advancement in line with professional requirements.
7. Demonstrate 7.1 Own learning is managed as per workplace policy.
workplace learning 7.2 Learning opportunities are sought and allocated based
on job requirement and in line with organization policy.
7.3 Contribution to the learning community at the
workplace is carried out.
7.4 Range of media for learning are established as per the
training need
7.5 Application of learning is demonstrated in both
technical and non-technical aspects based on
requirements of the job
7.6 Enthusiasm for ongoing learning is demonstrated
7.7 Time and effort is invested in learning new skills-based
job requirements
7.8 Willingness to learn in different context is demonstrated
based on available learning opportunities arising in the
workplace.
7.9 Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety
procedures are demonstrated in use of technology in the
workplace.
7.10 Initiative is taken to create more effective and
efficient processes and procedures in line with
workplace policy.
7.11 New systems are developed and maintained in
accordance with the requirements of the job.
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 exploited in line with organization objectives.
7.13 Opportunities for performance improvement are
identified proactively in area of work.
7.14 Awareness of personal role in workplace innovation
is demonstrated.
8. Demonstrate 8.1 Creative, innovative and practical solutions are
problem solving developed based on the problem
skills 8.2 Independence and initiative in identifying and solving
problems is demonstrated.
8.3 Team problems are solved as per the workplace
guidelines
8.4 Problem solving strategies are applied as per the
workplace guidelines
8.5 Problems are analyzed and assumptions tested as per the
context of data and circumstances
9. Manage workplace 9.1 Policies and guidelines are observed as per the
ethics workplace requirements
9.2 Self-worth and profession is exercised in line with
personal goals and organizational policies
9.3 Code of conduct is observed as per the workplace
requirements
9.4 Personal and professional integrity is demonstrated as
per the personal goals
9.5 Commitment to jurisdictional laws is demonstrated as
per the workplace requirements

RANGE

This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Range Variable

Drug and substance abuse include Commonly abused

but not limited to:  Alcohol
 Tobacco
 Miraa

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  Over-the-counter drugs
 Cocaine
 Bhang
 Glue
 Verbal
Feedback includes but not limited  Written
to:
 Informal
 Formal
 Man/Woman
Relationships includes but not  Trainer/trainee
limited to:
 Employee/employer
 Client/service provider
 Husband/wife
 Boy/girl
 Parent/child
 Sibling relationships
 Written
Forms of communication include  Visual
but not limited to:
 Verbal
 Non verbal
 Formal and informal
 Small work group
Team includes but not limited to:  Staff in a section/department
 Inter-agency group
 Growth in the job
Personal growth includes but not  Career mobility
limited to:
 Gains and exposure the job gives
 Net workings
 Benefits that accrue to the individual as a
result of noteworthy performance
 Long term
Personal objectives include but  Short term
not limited to:
 Broad
 Specific
9.1 Participation in training programs
Trainings and career o Technical
opportunities includes but not o Supervisory
limited to
o Managerial

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 o Continuing Education
 Serving as Resource Persons in
conferences and workshops
 Human
Resource include but not limited  Financial
to:
 Technology
o Hardware
o Software
 New ideas
Innovation include but not limited  Original ideas
to:
 Different ideas
 Methods/procedures
 Processes
 New tools
 Terrorism
Emerging issues include but not  Social media
limited to:
 National cohesion
 Open offices
 Mentoring
Range of media for learning  peer support and networking
include but not limited to:
 IT and courses

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Personal hygiene practices
 Intra and Interpersonal skills
 Communication skills
 Knowledge management
 Interpersonal skills
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Organizing skills
 Negotiation skills

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  Monitoring skills
 Evaluation skills
 Record keeping skills
 Problem solving skills
 Decision Making skills
 Resource utilization skills
 Resource mobilization skills

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Work values and ethics
 Company policies
 Company operations, procedures and standards
 Occupational Health and safety procedures
 Fundamental rights at work
 Personal hygiene practices
 Workplace communication
 Concept of time
 Time management
 Decision making
 Types of resources
 Work planning
 Resources and allocating resources
 Organizing work
 Monitoring and evaluation
 Record keeping
 Workplace problems and how to deal with them
 Negotiation
 Assertiveness
 Team work
 Gender mainstreaming
 HIV and AIDS
 Drug and substance abuse
 Leadership
 Safe work habits
 Professional growth and development
 Technology in the workplace

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  Learning
 Creativity
 Innovation
 Emerging issues
o Social media
o Terrorism
o National cohesion

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. 2. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Conducted self-management
1.2 Demonstrated interpersonal communication
1.3 Demonstrated critical safe work habits
1.4 Demonstrated the ability to lead a workplace team
1.5 Planned and organized work
1.6 Maintained professional growth and development
1.7 Demonstrated workplace learning
1.8 Demonstrated problem solving skills
1.9 Demonstrated the ability to manage ethical performance
3. 4. Resource
Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Case studies/scenarios
5. 6. Methods of
Assessment Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
 Oral Interview
 Observation
 Third Party Reports
 Written
7. 8. Context of 8.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a
Assessment simulated workplace setting
8.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group
9. Guidance
information for Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry

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 assessment
sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/06/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit specifies the competencies required to follow procedures for environmental
hazard control, follow procedures for environmental pollution control, comply with
workplace sustainable resource use, evaluate current practices in relation to resource
usage, develop and adhere to environmental protection principles/strategies/guidelines,
analyze resource use, develop resource conservation plans and implement selected
plans.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the
These describe the key
required level of performance for each of the elements.
outcomes which make up
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Control environmental
hazard 1.1 Storage methods for environmentally hazardous
materials are strictly followed according to
environmental regulations and OSHS.

1.2 Disposal methods of hazardous wastes are followed

at all times according to environmental regulations and
OSHS.

1.3 PPE is used according to OSHS.

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2. Control environmental 2.1 Environmental pollution control measures are
Pollution control compiled following standard protocol.
2.2 Procedures for solid waste management are observed
according Environmental Management and
Coordination Act 1999
2.3 Methods for minimizing noise pollution complied
following environmental regulations.

3. Demonstrate sustainable 3.1 Methods for minimizing wastage are complied with.
resource use 3.2 Waste management procedures are employed
following principles of 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse,
Recycle)
3.3 Methods for economizing or reducing resource
consumption are practiced.
4. Evaluate current 4.1 Information on resource efficiency systems and
practices in relation to procedures are collected and provided to the work
resource usage group where appropriate.
4.2 Current resource usage is measured and recorded by
members of the work group.
4.3 Current purchasing strategies are analyzed and
recorded according to industry procedures.
4.4 Current work processes to access information and
data is analyzed following enterprise protocol.
5. Identify Environmental
legislations/conventions 5.1 Environmental legislations/conventions and local
for environmental ordinances are identified according to the different
concerns environmental aspects/impact

5.2 Industrial standard/environmental practices are

described according to the different environmental
concerns
6. Implement specific
environmental programs 6.1 Programs/Activities are identified according to
organizations policies and guidelines.

6.2 Individual roles/responsibilities are determined and

performed based on the activities identified.

6.3 Problems/constraints encountered are resolved in

accordance with organizations’ policies and
guidelines

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 6.4 Stakeholders are consulted based on company
guidelines
7. Monitor activities on
Environmental 7.1 Activities are periodically monitored and Evaluated
protection/Programs according to the objectives of the environmental
program

7.2 Feedback from stakeholders are gathered and

considered in Proposing enhancements to the
program based on consultations

7.3 Data gathered are analyzed based on Evaluation

requirements

7.4 Recommendations are submitted based on the

findings

7.5 Management support systems are set/established to

sustain and enhance the program

7.6 Environmental incidents are monitored and reported

to concerned/proper authorities
8. Analyze resource use
8.1. All resource consuming processes are Identified

8.2. Quantity and nature of Resource consumed is

determined

8.3. Resource flow is analyzed through different parts of

the process.

8.4. Wastes are classified for possible source of

resources.
9. Develop resource
Conservation plans 9.1. Efficiency of use/conversion of resources is
determined following industry protocol.

9.2. Causes of low efficiency of use of resources are

Determined based on industry protocol.

9.3. Plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use

are developed based on findings.

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RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

PPE May include but are not 1.1 Mask

limited to
1.2 Gloves

1.3 Goggles

1.4 Safety hat

1.5 Overall

1.6 Hearing protector

Environmental pollution 2.1 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and

control measures may ingestion of airborne particles
include but are not limited to:
2.2 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
ingestion of gases and fumes

2.4 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and

ingestion of liquid wastes

Wastes may include but are 3.1 Unnecessary waste

not limited to:
3.2 Necessary waste

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Waste management 4.1 Sorting
Procedures may include but
are not limited to: 4.2 Storing of items

4.2 Recycling of items

4.3 Disposal of items

Resources may include but 5.1 Electric

are not limited to:
5.2 Water

5.3 Fuel

5.4 Telecommunications

5.5 Supplies

5.6 Materials

Workplace environmental 6.1Biological hazards

hazards may include but are
not limited to: 6.2 Chemical and dust hazards

6.3 Physical hazards

Organizational systems and 7.1 Supply chain, procurement and purchasing

procedures may include but
are not limited to: 7.2 Quality assurance

7.3 Making recommendations and seeking approvals

Legislations/Conventions 8.1 EMCA 1999

may include but are not
limited to: 8.2 Montreal Protocol

8.3 Kyoto Protocol

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Environmental 9.1 Air pollution
aspects/impacts may include
but are not limited to: 9.2 Water pollution

9.3 Noise pollution

9.4 Solid waste

9.5 Flood control

9.6 Deforestation/Denudation

9.7 Radiation/Nuclear /Radio Frequency/ Microwaves

9.8 Situation

9.9 Soil erosion (e.g. Quarrying, Mining, etc.)

9.10 Coral reef/marine life protection

Industrial standards / 10.1 ISO standards

Environmental practices
may include but are not 10.2 Company environmental management systems
limited to:
(EMS)

Periodic may include but are 11.1 hourly

not limited to:
11.2 daily

11.3 weekly

11.4 monthly

11.5 quarterly

11.6 yearly

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Programs/Activities may 12.1 Waste disposal (on-site and off-site)
include but are not limited to:
12.2 Repair and maintenance of equipment

12.3 Treatment and disposal operations

12.4 Clean-up activities

12.5 Laboratory and analytical test

12.6 Monitoring and evaluation

12.7 Environmental advocacy programs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Following storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials
 Following disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Using PPE
 Practicing OSHS
 Complying environmental pollution control
 Observing solid waste management
 Complying methods of minimizing noise Pollution
 Complying methods of minimizing wastage
 Employing waste management procedures
 Economizing resource consumption
 Listing of resources used
 Measuring current usage of resources
 Identifying and reporting workplace environmental hazards
 Conveying all environmental issues
 Following environmental regulations
 Identifying environmental regulations
 Assessing procedures for assessing compliance

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  Collecting information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and
procedures, and Providing information to the work group
 Measuring and recording current resource usage
 Analysing and recording current purchasing strategies.
 Analysing current work processes to access information and data and Assisting
identifying areas for improvement
 Analysing resource flow
 Determining efficiency of use/conversion of resources
 Determining causes of low efficiency of use
 Developing plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Checking resource use plans
 Complying to regulations/licensing requirements
 Determining benefit/cost of plans
 Ranking proposals based on benefit/cost compared to limited resources
 Checking proposals meet regulatory requirements
 Monitoring implementation
 Making adjustments to plan and implementation
 checking new resource usage

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials
 Disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Usage of PPE Environmental regulations
 OSHS
 Types of pollution
 Environmental pollution control measures
 Different solid wastes
 Solid waste management
 Different noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing wstage
 Waste management procedures
 Economizing of resource consumption
 Principle of 3Rs
 Types of resources
 Techniques in measuring current usage of resources
 Calculating current usage of resources

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  Types of workplace environmental hazards
 Environmental regulations
 Environmental regulations applying to the enterprise.
 Procedures for assessing compliance with environmental regulations.
 Collection of information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and
procedures,
 Measurement and recording of current resource usage
 Analysis and recording of current purchasing strategies.
 Analysis current work processes to access information and data Analysis of data
and information
 Identification of areas for improvement
 Resource consuming processes
 Determination of quantity and nature of resource consumed
 Analysis of resource flow of different parts of the resource flow process
 Use/conversion of resources
 Causes of low efficiency of use
 Increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Inspection of resource use plans
 Regulations/licensing requirements
 Determine benefit/cost for alternative resource sources
 Benefit/costs for different alternatives
 Components of proposals
 Criteria on ranking proposals
 Regulatory requirements
 Proposals for improving resource efficiency
 Implementation of resource efficiency plans
 Procedures in monitor implementation
 Adjustments of implementation plan
 Inspection of new resource usage

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EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical
Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competenc 1.1 Controlled environmental hazard
y 1.2 Controlled environmental pollution
1.3 Demonstrated sustainable resource use
1.4 Evaluated current practices in relation to resource usage
1.5 Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislations and
local ordinances according to the different environmental
issues /concerns.
1.6 Described industrial standard environmental practices
according to the different environmental issues/concerns.
1.7 Resolved problems/ constraints encountered based on
management standard procedures
1.8 Implemented and monitored environmental practices on a
periodic basis as per company guidelines
1.9 Recommended solutions for the improvement of the program
1.10 Monitored and reported to proper authorities any
environmental incidents
2. Resource
Implicatio The following resources should be provided:
ns 2.1 Workplace with storage facilities
2.2 Tools, materials and equipment relevant to the tasks (e.g.
Cleaning tools, cleaning materials, trash bags)
2.3 PPE, manuals and references
2.4 Legislation, policies, procedures, protocols and
localordinances relating to environmental protection
2.5 Case studies/scenarios relating to environmental Protection
3 Methods of
Assessment Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Written examination
3.4 Interview/Third Party Reports
3.5 Portfolio (citations/awards from GOs and NGOs, certificate of
training – local and abroad)
3.6 Simulations and role-play

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4 Context of
Assessment Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken
in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance
information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
for assessment sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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 DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/BC/07/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit specifies the competencies required to lead the implementation of workplace’s
safety and health program, procedures and policies/guidelines.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the
These describe the key
required level of performance for each of the elements.
outcomes which make up
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Identify workplace
hazards and risk 1.1 Hazards in the workplace and/or its indicators of its
presence, are identified

1.2 Evaluation and/or work environment measurements

of OSH hazards/risk existing in the workplace is
conducted by

Authorized personnel or agency

1.3 OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers are

Gathered
2. Identify and implement
appropriate control 2.1 Prevention and control measures, including use of
measures
safety gears / PPE (personal protective equipment)
for specific hazards

identified and implemented

2.2 Appropriate risk controls based on result of OSH

hazard evaluation is recommended.

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 2.3 Contingency measures, including emergency
procedures during workplace incidents and
emergencies are recognized and established in
accordance with organization procedures.
3. Implement OSH
programs, procedures 3.1 Information to work team about company OSH
and policies/ guidelines program, procedures and policies/guidelines are
provided

3.2 Implementation of OSH procedures and policies/

guidelines are participated

3.3 Team members are trained and advised on OSH

standards and procedures

3.4 Procedures for maintaining OSH-related records are

implemented

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RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Hazards may include
but are not limited to: 1.1. Physical hazards – impact, illumination, pressure,
noise,

vibration, extreme temperature, radiation

1.2 Biological hazards- bacteria, viruses, plants, parasites,

mites, molds, fungi, insects

1.3 Chemical hazards – dusts, fibers, mists, fumes,

smoke,

gasses, vapors

1.4 Ergonomics

Psychological factors – over exertion/ excessive

force,

awkward/static positions, fatigue, direct pressure,

varying metabolic cycles

Physiological factors – monotony, personal

relationship, work out cycle

1.6 Safety hazards (unsafe workplace condition) –

confined space, excavations, falling objects, gas

leaks, electrical, poor storage of materials and

waste, spillage, waste and debris

1.7 Unsafe workers’ act (Smoking in off-limited areas,

Substance and alcohol abuse at work)

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2. Indicators may include
but are not limited to: 2.1 Increased of incidents of accidents, injuries

2.2 Increased occurrence of sickness or health

complaints/ symptoms

2.3 Common complaints of workers related to OSH

2.4 High absenteeism for work-related reasons

3. Evaluation and/or
work environment 3.1 Health Audit
measurements may
3.2 Safety Audit
include but are not
limited to: 3.3 Work Safety and Health Evaluation

3.4 Work Environment Measurements of Physical and

Chemical

Hazards
4. OSH issues and/or
concerns may include 4.1 Workers’ experience/observance on presence of work
but are not limited to: hazards

4.2 Unsafe/unhealthy administrative arrangements

(prolonged work hours, no break time, constant
overtime, scheduling of tasks)

4.3 Reasons for compliance/non-compliance to use of

PPEs or other OSH procedures/policies/guidelines

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5. Prevention and control
measures may include 5.1 Eliminate the hazard (i.e., get rid of the dangerous
but are not limited to: machine

5.2 Isolate the hazard (i.e. keep the machine in a closed

room and operate it remotely; barricade an unsafe
area off)

5.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,

replace the machine with a safer one)

5.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.

give trainings on how to use equipment safely; OSH-
related topics, issue warning signages,
rotation/shifting work schedule)

5.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e. use

safety guards to machine)

5.6 Use personal protective equipment

5.7 Safety, Health and Work Environment Evaluation

5.8 Periodic and/or special medical examinations of

workers
6. Safety gears /PPE
(Personal Protective 6.1 Arm/Hand guard, gloves
Equipments) may
6.2 Eye protection (goggles, shield)
include but are not
limited to: 6.3 Hearing protection (ear muffs, ear plugs)

6.4 Hair Net/cap/bonnet

6.5 Hard hat

6.6 Face protection (mask, shield)

6.7 Apron/Gown/coverall/jump suit

6.8 Anti-static suits

6.9 High-visibility reflective vest

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7. Appropriate risk
controls Appropriate risk controls in order of impact are as
follows:

7.1 Eliminate the hazard altogether (i.e., get rid of the

dangerous machine)

7.2 Isolate the hazard from anyone who could be harmed

(i.e., keep the machine in a closed room and operate
it remotely; barricade an unsafe area off)

7.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,

replace the machine with a safer one)

7.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,

train workers how to use equipment safely; train
workers about the risks of harassment; issue signage)

7.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,

attach guards to the machine to protect users)

7.6 Use personal protective equipment (i.e., wear

gloves and goggles when using the machine)

8. Contingency measures
may include but are not 8.1 Evacuation
limited to:
8.2 Isolation

8.3 Decontamination

8.4 (Calling designed) emergency personnel

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9. Emergency procedures
may include but are not 9.1 Fire drill
limited to:
9.2 Earthquake drill

9.3 Basic life support/CPR

9.4 First aid

9.5 Spillage control

9.6 Decontamination of chemical and toxic

9.7 Disaster preparedness/management

9.8 se of fire-extinguisher
10. Incidents and
emergencies may 10.1 Chemical spills
include but are not
10.2 Equipment/vehicle accidents
limited to:
10.3 Explosion

10.4 Fire

10.5 Gas leak

10.6 Injury to personnel

10.7 Structural collapse

10.8 Toxic and/or flammable vapors emission.

11. OSH-related Records
may include but are 11.1 Medical/Health records
not limited to:
11.2 Incident/accident reports

11.3 Sickness notifications/sick leave application

11.4 OSH-related trainings obtained

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Skills on preliminary identification of workplace hazards/risks
 Knowledge management
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Coordinating skills
 Communication skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Troubleshooting skills
 Presentation skills
 Training skills

Required Knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 General OSH Principles
 Occupational hazards/risks recognition
 OSH organizations providing services on OSH evaluation and/or work
environment measurements (WEM)
 National OSH regulations; company OSH policies and protocols
 Systematic gathering of OSH issues and concerns
 General OSH principles
 National OSH regulations
 Company OSH and recording protocols, procedures and policies/guidelines
 Training and/or counseling methodologies and strategies

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EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical
Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Identifies hazards/risks in the workplace and/or its indicators
1.2 Requests for evaluation and/or work environment
measurements of OSH hazards/risk in the workplace
1.3 Gathers OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers
1.4 Identifies and implements prevention and control measures,
including use of PPE (personal protective equipment) for
specific hazards
1.5 Recommends appropriate risk controls based on result of OSH
hazard evaluation and OSH issues gathered
1.6 Establish contingency measures, including emergency
procedures in accordance with organization procedures
1.7 Provides information to work team about company OSH
program, procedures and policies/guidelines
1.8 Participates in the implementation of OSH procedures and
policies/guidelines
1.9 Trains and advises team members on OSH standards and
procedures
1.10 Implements procedures for maintaining OSH-related
records
2. Resource
Implications The following resources should be provided:

2.1 Workplace or assessment location

2.2 OSH personal records

2.3 PPE

2.4 Health records

3. Methods of
Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
3.1 Portfolio Assessment
3.2 Interview
3.3 Case Study/Situation
3.4 Observation/Demonstration and oral questioning

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Assessment Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken
in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance
information for Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
assessment sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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 APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS

UNIT CODE:CON/OS/BUT/CC/1/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION:

This unit describes the competencies required by a technician in order to apply algebra
apply trigonometry and hyperbolic functions, apply complex numbers, apply coordinate
geometry, carry out binomial expansion, apply calculus, solve ordinary differential
equations, carry out mensuration, apply power series, apply statistics, apply numerical
methods, apply vector theory and apply matrix.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.

Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the

Range.
1. Apply Algebra 1.1 Calculations involving Indices are performed as
per the concept
1.2 Calculations involving Logarithms are performed
as per the concept
1.3 Scientific calculator is used in solving
mathematical problems in line with
manufacturer’s manual
1.4 Simultaneous equations are performed as per the
rules
1.5 Quadratic equations are calculated as per the
concept

2. Apply Trigonometry and 2.1 Calculations are performed using trigonometric

hyperbolic functions rules
2.2 Calculations are performed using hyperbolic
functions

3. Apply complex numbers 1.1 Complex numbers are represented using Argand

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These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.

Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the

Range.
diagrams
1.2 Operations involving complex numbers are
performed
1.3 Calculations involving complex numbers are
performed using De Moivre’s theorem
4. Apply Coordinate Geometry 4.1 Polar equations are calculated using coordinate
geometry
4.2 Graphs of given polar equations are drawn using
the Cartesian plane
4.3 Normal and tangents are determined using
coordinate geometry
5. Carry out Binomial 1.1 Roots of numbers are determined using binomial
Expansion theorem
1.2 Errors of small changes are determined using
binomial theorem
6. Apply Calculus 6.2 Derivatives of functions are determined using
Differentiation
6.3 Derivatives of hyperbolic functions are
determined using Differentiation
6.4 Derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions are
determined using Differentiation
6.5 Rate of change and small change are determined
using Differentiation.
6.6 Calculation involving stationery points of
functions of two variables are performed using
differentiation.
6.7 Integrals of algebraic functions are determined
using integration
6.8 Integrals of trigonometric functions are
determined using integration
6.9 Integrals of logarithmic functions are determined
using integration
6.10 Integrals of hyperbolic and inverse functions
are determined using integration
7. Solve Ordinary differential 6.1 First order and second order differential equations

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These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.

Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the

Range.
equations are solved using the method of undetermined
coefficients

7.2 First order and second order differential equations

are solved from given boundary conditions
8. Carry out Mensuration 8.1 Perimeter and areas of figures are obtained
8.2 Volume and of Surface area of solids are obtained
8.3 Area of irregular figures are obtained
8.4 Areas and volumes are obtained using Pappus
theorem
9. Apply Power Series 9.1 Power series are obtained using Taylor’s Theorem
9.2 Power series are obtained using McLaurin’s ‘s
theorem
10. Apply Statistics 10.1 Mean, median ,mode and Standard deviation
are obtained from given data
10.2 Calculations are performed based on Laws of
probability
10.3 Calculation involving probability
distributions , mathematical expectation
sampling distributions are performed
10.4 Sampling distribution methods are applied in
data analysis
10.5 Calculations involving use of standard normal
table, sampling distribution, T-distribution and
Estimation are done
10.6 Confidence intervals are determined
11. Apply Numerical methods 11.1 Roots of polynomials are obtained using
iterative numerical methods
11.2 Interpolation and extrapolation are performed
using numerical methods
12. Apply Vector theory 12.1 Vectors and scalar quantities are obtained in
two and three dimensions
12.2 Operations on vectors are performed
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These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.

Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the

Range.
12.3 Position of vectors is obtained
12.4 Resolution of vectors is done
13. Apply Matrix 13.1 Determinant and inverse of 3x3 matrix are
obtained
13.2 Solutions of simultaneous equations are
obtained
13.3 Calculation involving Eigen values and Eigen
vectors are performed

RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

May include but not limited to:

1. Operations 1.1. Addition
1.2. Subtraction
2. Hyperbolic functions 2.1. Sinh x
2.2. Cosh x
2.3. Cosec x
2.4. Coth x
2.5. Tanh x
2.6. Sech x
3. Probability Distributions 3.1. Binomial
3.2. Poisson
3.3. Normal
4. Numerical Methods 4.1. Newton Raphson
4.2. Gregory Newton

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Applying fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Using and applying mathematical formulas
 Logical thinking
 Problem solving
 Applying statistics
 Drawing graphs
 Using different measuring tools

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Calculating area and volume
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
 Rounding techniques
 Types of fractions
 Types of tables and graphs
 Presentation of data in tables and graphs
 Vector operations
 Matrix operations

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

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 1. Critical aspects of
Competency Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
1.4 Applied Trigonometry and hyperbolic functions
1.5 Applied complex numbers
1.6 Applied Calculus
1.7 Solved Ordinary differential equations
1.8 Carried out mensuration
1.9 Applied Power Series
1.10 Applied Vector theory
1.11 Applied Matrix
1.12 Applied Numerical methods
1 2. Resource Implications
The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Measuring equipment
2.3 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
2. Methods of
Assessment Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
1.1 Direct Observation
1.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
1.3 Written tests
2 Context of Assessment
Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or

through accredited institution

3 Guidance information
for assessment Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
workplace and job role is recommended.

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 PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CC/02/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to prepare and interpret technical drawings. It
involves competencies to select, use and maintain drawing equipment and materials. It
also involves producing plain geometry drawings, solid geometry drawings, pictorial and
orthographic drawings and application of Computer Aided Design (CAD) packages.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicised terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Use and maintain drawing 1.1 Drawing equipment are identified and gathered
equipment and materials according to task requirements

1.2 Drawing materials are identified and gathered

according to task requirements

1.3 Drawing equipment are used and maintained as per

manufacturer’s instructions

1.4 Drawing materials are used as per workplace

procedures

1.5 Waste materials are disposed in accordance with

workplace procedures and environmental
legislations

1.6 Personal Protective Equipment is used according to

occupational safety and health regulations

2. Produce plane geometry 2.1 Different types of lines used in drawing and their
drawings meanings are identified according to standard
drawing conventions
2.2 Different types of geometric forms are constructed
according to standard conventions

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicised terms are elaborated in the Range)

2.3 Different types of angles are constructed according

to principles of trigonometry
2.4 Different types of angles are measured using
appropriate measuring tools
2.6 Angles are bisected according to standard
conventions
2.7 Freehand sketching of different types of geometric
forms, tools, equipment, diagrams is conducted

3. Produce solid geometry 3.1 Drawings of patterns are interpreted according to

drawings standard conventions
3.2 Patterns are developed in accordance with standard
conventions

4. Produce orthographic and 4.1 Symbols and abbreviations are identified and their
pictorial drawings meaning interpreted according to standard drawing
conventions
4.2 First and third angle orthographic drawings are
interpreted and produced in accordance with the
standard conventions
4.3 Orthographic elevations are dimensioned in
accordance with standard conventions
4.4 Isometric drawings are interpreted and produced in
accordance with standard conventions

5. Apply CAD packages 5.1 CAD packages are selected according to task
requirements
5.2 CAD packages are applied in production of
electrical drawings

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RANGE

Variable Range

May include but is not limited to:

1. Drawing equipment
Drawing boards, T and set squares, drawing sets,
computers with CAD packages
2. Drawing materials
Drawing papers, pencils, erasers, masking tapes, paper
clips
3. Environmental
legislations EMCA 1999
4. Personal Protective
Equipment Dust coats, closed leather shoes
5. Geometric forms
Circles, triangles, rectangles, parallelogram, polygons,
pyramids, conic sections, prisms, loci
6. Standard conventions  Anatomy of engineering drawing (title block,
coordinate grid system, revision block, notes and
legends)
 Drawing scale (paper size and drawing symbols)
 International drawing standards

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Critical thinking
 Drawing
 Interpretation
 Drawing equipment handling
 Analysis and synthesis
 Communication
 Inter personal

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Required knowledge

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

 Drawing equipment and materials
 Freehand sketching
 Lettering
 Geometrical constructions
 Types of drawings
 Types of lines
 Isometric drawing conventions, features, characteristics, components
 Orthographic drawing conventions, features, characteristics, components
 Sketches and drawings of simple patterns

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
criteria, required knowledge and understanding and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Applied and adhered to safety procedures
1.2 Cared and maintained drawing equipment
1.3 Interpreted circuit, assembly and lay out diagrams
1.4 Applied appropriate technical standards, used proper tools
and equipment for a given task
1.5 Produced sketches and drawings
1.6 Applied CAD packages in production of drawings

2. Resource Resources the same as that of workplace are advised to be

Implications applied.
2.1 Drawing room
2.2 Drawing equipment and materials
2.3 Computers
2.4 CAD packages

3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:

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 Assessment
3.1 Practical tests
3.2 Observation

4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual

Assessment workplace or a simulated work place setting

5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry

information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 APPLY BUILDING MATERIALS SCIENCE

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CC/03/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit describes the competence in applying building materials science. It involves
identifying essential construction materials, selecting quality construction materials,
testing construction materials and demonstrating knowledge in use of construction
materials.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1 Identify 1.1 Bills of quantities and working drawings are obtained and
essential interpreted
construction 1.2 Essential construction materials are identified based on
materials construction requirements and project scope
2 Identify 2.1 Physical properties of construction materials are identified
properties of based on the type of construction material and codes of
construction practice
materials 2.2 Chemical properties of construction materials are identified
based on the type of construction material and codes of
practice
2.3 Mechanical properties of construction materials are
identified based on the type of construction material and
codes of practice
3 Manufacture 3.1 Raw materials are identified based on construction materials
construction to be produced
materials 3.2 Construction materials are manufactured as per
manufacturing procedures
4 Select quality 4.1 Cost implications of construction materials are evaluated and
construction analyzed
materials 4.2 Quality construction materials are selected based on their
costs and project requirements
5 Use 5.1 Construction materials, tools and equipment are assembled
construction based on construction methods
materials 5.2 Construction materials are used based on construction
appropriately process

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(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
6 Test 6.1 Construction materials are sampled randomly as per SOPs
construction 6.2 Test parameters are identified as per the construction
materials requirements and engineer’s instructions
6.3 Construction materials are tested as per the SOPs
7 Handle 7.1 Construction materials to be handled are identified
construction 7.2 Safety requirements are identified based on the construction
materials safely materials
7.3 Construction materials are handled safely based on the safety
requirements

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Construction 1.1 stones
materials 1.2 bricks
1.3 clay and clay products
1.4 lime
1.5 cement
1.6 timber and timber products
1.7 metals and alloys
1.8 paints and varnishes
1.9 roofing materials
2. physical 2.1 porosity
properties 2.2 surface texture
2.3 strength
2.4 density
2.5 thermal conductivity
2.6 wear and tear
3. chemical 3.1 corrosion resistance
properties 3.2 chemical resistance
4. Mechanical 4.1 Toughness
properties 4.2 Hardness
4.3 Fatigue
4.4 Stress and strain
4.5 Creep and stress rapture
5. Test parameters 5.1 Compression
5.2 Weathering
5.3 Durability

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 5.4 Water absorption
5.5 Impurity tests
5.6 Tensile tests

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Applied science
 Construction materials
 Materials testing
 Quality assurance
 Management of material resources
 Engineering mathematics
 Bills of quantities
 Materials handling safety procedures
SKILLS
 Analytical
 Quality control analysis
 Complex problem solving
 Critical thinking
 Engineering drawings interpretation
 Monitoring
 Numeracy

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Identified essential construction materials
1.2 Selected quality construction materials
1.3 Tested construction materials
1.4 Manufactured construction materials
1.5 Identified properties of construction materials
1.6 Appropriately used construction materials
1.7 Handled construction materials safely
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Samples of construction materials
2.2 Material Testing Laboratories
2.3 Safety equipment
2.4 Computers
2.5 Calculators

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 2.6 Materials testing tools and equipment
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written text
3.2 Interview
3.3 Observation
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 APPLY WORKSHOP TECHNOLOGY PRACTICES

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CC/04/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit describes the competence in applying workshop technology practices. It entails
performing masonry, plumbing and carpentry tasks. It also involves performing electrical
and mechanical operations.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1 Perform 1.1 Safety requirements in the workshop environment are
masonry tasks identified
1.2 Masonry hand tools are used appropriately to perform tasks
in masonry workshop
1.3 Masonry machine tools are used appropriately to perform
tasks in masonry workshop
1.4 Masonry tools used in construction works are maintained as
per manufacturer’s specifications
2 Perform 2.1 Safety requirements in the workshop environment are
plumbing tasks identified
2.2 Plumbing hand tools are used appropriately to perform tasks
in plumbing workshop
2.3 Plumbing machine tools are used appropriately to perform
tasks in plumbing workshop
2.4 Plumbing tools used in construction works are maintained as
per manufacturer’s specifications
3 Perform 3.1 Safety requirements in the workshop environment are
carpentry tasks identified
3.2 Carpentry hand tools are used appropriately to perform
tasks in carpentry workshop
3.3 Carpentry machine tools are used appropriately to perform
tasks in carpentry workshop
3.4 Carpentry tools used in construction works are maintained as
per manufacturer’s specifications
4 Perform 4.1 Safety requirements in the workshop environment are
electrical identified as per SOPs

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
operations 4.2 Conventional tools used in electrical workshop are
identified as per SOPs
4.3 Power supply sources are identified as per SOPs
4.4 Basic electrical circuits are installed and maintained as per
IEE regulations
5 Perform 5.1 Safety requirements in the workshop environment are
mechanical identified as per SOPs
operations 5.2 Mechanical hand tools are used appropriately to perform
tasks in mechanical workshop
5.3 Diesel and petrol engine components are identified based on
their functions and engine system
5.4 Diesel and petrol engines are operated based on
manufacturer’s manual
5.5 Simple engine maintenance is performed as per
manufacturer’s specifications
5.6 Water pumps are identified based on working principle
5.7 Basic maintenance is performed on water pumps as per
SOPs

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Masonry hand 1.1 Masons trowel
tools 1.2 Wood float
1.3 Cold chisels
1.4 Masons square
1.5 Spade
1.6 Shovel
1.7 Plumb bob
2. Masonry machine 2.1 Concrete mixer
tools 2.2 Block cutter
2.3 Vibrator
2.4 Pneumatic hammer
2.5 compactors
3. Plumbing hand 3.1 Bench shears
tools 3.2 Anvil
3.3 Pipe wrench
3.4 Pliers

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4. Plumbing 4.1 Bending machine
machine tools 4.2 Welding
4.3 Sheet metal holding machine
4.4 Portable power drill
4.5 Hand grinder
5. Carpentry hand 5.1 Saws
tools 5.2 Planes
5.3 Hammer
5.4 Carpenter square
5.5 Marking gauges
5.6 Hand drill
5.7 Screw drivers
6. Carpentry 6.1 circular saw
machine tools 6.2 Thicknesser
6.3 Portable sander
6.4 Close cut saw
6.5 Portable drill machine
7. Conventional 7.1 phase tester
tools 7.2 screw driver
7.3 pliers
7.4 long nose
7.5 side cutter
7.6 draw in wire
7.7 electrical knife
7.8 electrical hammer
8. Mechanical hand 8.1 Arc welding shields
tools 8.2 Leather gloves
8.3 Chipping hammers
8.4 Welding goggles
8.5 Tongs
8.6 Hand vices
8.7 Mole punch
8.8 Pliers
8.9 Vernier callipers
8.10 Scribers
8.11 Hacksaw
8.12 Tinsnips
8.13 Pullers
9. Water pumps 9.1 Centrifugal
9.2 Submersible

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 9.3 Reciprocating pump
9.4 Hand pumps
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Tools and equipment
 Safety regulations
 Mathematics
 Electrical installation
 Power supply
 Engine operations
 Plumbing
 Water pump operation
 Masonry
 Mortar mixing
 Carpentry and joinery
 Firefighting
 Circuit interpretation

SKILLS
 Analytical
 Critical thinking
 Problem solving
 Firefighting
 Quality control
 Circuit interpretation

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Identified safety requirements in the workshop
environment
1.2 Performed masonry tasks
1.3 Performed plumbing tasks
1.4 Performed carpentry tasks
1.5 Identified power supply sources
1.6 Installed basic electrical circuits
1.7 Identified diesel and petrol engine components
1.8 Operated diesel and petrol engines
1.9 Identified water pumps
1.10 Demonstrated knowledge on maintenance of water
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 1.11 Appropriately used workshop tools
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Working tools and equipment
2.2 Diesel and petrol engines
2.3 Water pumps
2.4 Electrical appliances
2.5 Training Workshops
2.6 Plumbing materials
2.7 Masonry materials
2.8 Carpentry materials
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written text
3.2 Interview
3.3 Observation
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 EXECUTE BUILDING TEMPORARY WORKS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CC/05/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competencies required to perform building temporary works. It
involves erecting and dismantling building scaffolds and building shores, constructing
and dismantling building formwork/shuttering and trench timbering.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT (Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range)
1. Construct and dismantle 1.1 Trench timbering materials and tools are
trench timbering determined according to the construction rules and
regulations
1.2 Personal protective equipment is selected, fitted
and used according to safety rules and regulations
1.3 Trench timbering is constructed as per soil type
and site topography
1.4 Trench timbering is dismantled according to site
procedures and critical structural safety
requirements
2. Construct and dismantle 2.1 Formwork material is identified as per structure
building complexity, job drawings or supervisor
formwork/shuttering instructions
2.2 Formwork dimensions are determined as per the
structural elements to be supported
2.3 Personal protective equipment is selected, fitted
and used according to safety rules and regulations
2.4 Formwork type is erected according to the
structural element to be cast
2.5 Oiling of timber formwork surface is carried out
for easy dismantling after concrete setting
2.6 Formwork is fixed into position in accordance
with the construction rules and regulations
2.7 Formwork is dismantled according to site
procedures and critical structural safety
requirements

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT (Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range)

3. Erect and dismantle 3.1 Scaffold system is determined as per complexity

building scaffold of the building, engineering design, job drawings
or supervisor instructions
3.2 Personal protective equipment is selected, fitted
and used according to safety rules and regulations
and job specifications
3.3 Scaffolds are erected to plan according to safe
work practices and engineers’ specifications
3.4 Scaffolds are dismantled according to engineers’
specifications, site procedures and critical
structural safety requirements
3.5 Site cleaned and cleared of all tools, excess
material and waste
4. Erect and dismantle building 4.1 Type of shore is selected according to the nature
shores of the work
4.2 Shoring materials are selected according to the
construction rules and regulations
4.3 Personal protective equipment is selected, fitted
and used according to safety rules and regulations
4.4 Shoring is erected as per site conditions and
building construction rules and regulations
4.5 Shoring is dismantled according to site procedures
and critical structural safety requirements

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Scaffold system 1.1 Quick stage
1.2 Cup lock
2. Personal protective 2.1 Helmets
equipment 2.2 Safety boots
2.3 Gloves
2.4 Overall
2.5 Reflectors
3. Formwork material 3.1 Timber

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Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
3.2 Metal plates
3.3 Plastic
4. Formwork type 4.1 column formwork
4.2 beam formwork
4.3 Slab formwork
4.4 staircase formwork
5. Trench timbering 5.1 Timber
materials and tools 5.2 Hammer
5.3 Metal plates
5.4 Pliers
5.5 Nails
5.6 binding wires
6. Soil type 6.1 unconsolidated soils
6.2 consolidated soils
7. Type of shore 7.1 Raking/Inclined shore
7.2 Flying/horizontal shore
7.3 Dead/vertical shore
8. Shoring materials 8.1 timber
8.2 steel tubes

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge
 Measurement
 Formwork
 Scaffolding
 Soil properties
 Wall construction
 Trench excavation
 Basic arithmetic
 Technical drawings
 Design forces
 Timber properties

Skills

 Measurement skills
 Basic mathematic skills
 Reading skills

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  Communication skills
 Management skills
 Design skills
 Problem solving skills
 Critical thinking
 Construction tools handling skills
 Technical drawing skills

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1. Erected and dismantled building scaffolds
1.2. Constructed and dismantled building
formwork/shuttering
1.3. Constructed ad dismantled trench timbering
1.4. Erected and dismantled building shores
1.5. Observed occupational health and safety procedures to
create a safe working environment
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Training workshops
2.2 Construction tools and equipment
2.3 Occupational Safety and health manuals
2.4 Construction manuals
2.5 Reference textbooks
2.6 Qualified trainers
2.7 Personal protective equipment
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1. Practical assignment
3.2. Written
3.3. Oral interview
3.4. Demonstrations
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 PRODUCE BUILDING DRAWINGS

UNIT CODE : CON/OS/BUT/CR/01/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competence required to produce building drawings. It involves
designing architectural drawings and plumbing layouts, preparing structural, electrical
and mechanical drawings.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the
workplace function elements
(Bold terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Design/prepare 1.1. Construction dimensions are identified according
architectural drawings to the size of the proposed site, construction
regulations, planning requirements and client
specifications
1.2. Proposed project plan is sketched according to the
construction dimensions
1.3. Architectural drawings are produced in
accordance with the architectural code of design,
building code, local authority by laws, regulatory
requirements and client specification
2. Prepare structural and 2.1. Structural elements are designed according to the
civil drawings codes of practice
2.2. Detailed plans and sections of designed elements
are drawn as per dimensions and relevant
standards
2.3. Bar bending schedule is prepared as per the code
of practice
3. Prepare electrical 3.1. Electrical circuits drawings are sketched in
drawings accordance with the electrical code of practice
and the architectural layout
3.2. Electrical connection layout is drawn in
accordance with the electrical code of practice
4. Prepare plumbing 4.1. Building dimensions are identified as per the
layout architectural drawings, structural and electrical

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 ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the
workplace function elements
(Bold terms are elaborated in the Range)
drawings
4.2. Pipe sizes are determined as per consumption
requirements and design requirements
4.3. Pipe types are determined according to the design
requirements
4.4. Pipe fittings are determined according to the
mode of connection or the pipe layout plan
4.5. Pipe layout plan is drawn as per the building
design
5. Prepare mechanical 5.1. Mechanical component dimensions are obtained
drawings as per structural and architectural drawings
5.2. Mechanical components are sketched as per
architectural and structural drawings
5.3. Mechanical designs are drawn as per
specifications

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Construction dimensions 1.1 vertical dimensions
1.2 horizontal dimensions
2. building codes 2.1 BS 8110
2.2 Eurocodes
2.3 Kenya Building Codes, 1968
2.4 Civil engineering codes
3. structural elements 3.1 Slabs
3.2 Beams
3.3 Columns
3.4 Foundation
3.5 Stairs
4. Consumption requirements 4.1 Residential
4.2 Commercial
4.3 Institution
4.4 Hospitals
5. Pipe types 5.1 PVC

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Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
5.2 GI pipes
5.3 Mild steel
5.4 PPR
6. Pipe fittings 6.1 Union
6.2 Bends
6.3 Sanitary fittings
7. Mechanical components 7.1 Gas supply
7.2 Cold and hot water supply systems
7.3 Plumbing layout
7.4 Sewer system
7.5 Firefighting
7.6 Ventilation system
7.7 Water treatment system
7.8 Refrigeration
7.9 Building automation system

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge
 Construction dimensions
 Architectural drawing
 Local authority by-laws
 Building code
 Structural elements
 Codes of practice
 Basic arithmetic
 Measurement
 Engineering drawing
 Plumbing
 Structural design
 Mechanical systems
 Engineering software
 Civil engineering drawings

Skills
 Measurement
 Basic arithmetic
 Design

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  Computer
 Computer aided design
 planning

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Designed architectural drawings
1.2 Prepared structural drawings
1.3 Prepared civil engineering drawings
1.4 Prepared electrical drawings
1.5 Designed plumbing layout
1.6 Interpreted architectural and structural drawings
1.7 Identified mechanical service requirements
1.8 Sketched mechanical drawings
1.9 Prepared sections, layout, elevations and as fixed
drawings of mechanical items
2. Resource 2.1 Measuring and drawing tools
Implications 2.2 Laptops
2.3 Desktop PCs
2.4 Printer/plotting device
2.5 Calculator
2.6 Internet
2.7 Codes of practice
2.8 Mechanical conventions
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Practical assignment/project
3.3 Interview/Oral Questioning
3.4 Written
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and/or on the job
Assessment setting
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the building
information for sector workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 EXECUTE SITE PRELIMINARY WORKS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/02/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competencies required to perform site preliminary works. It
involves determining site boundaries, clearing building site, hoarding/screening the site,
surveying the building site, preparing site layout, testing building materials, demolishing
unwanted structures and preparing site preliminary report.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Determine site boundary 1.1 Site boundary is identified as per local authority
and clear building site land survey maps
1.2 Clearing method is selected depending on site
conditions
1.3 Safety requirements are identified according to
clearing methods and site conditions
1.4 Site is cleared as per set procedures and safety
regulations
1.5 Debris disposal is carried out as per supervisor’s
instructions
2. Hoard/screen building site 2.1 Hoarding/screening materials are identified
2.2 Building site is screened/hoarded as per client
specifications and safety regulations
3. Survey building site 3.1 Survey method is selected according to the building
design and client specifications
3.2 Survey instruments are identified according to the
survey method
3.3 Reduced levels are obtained as per the site
conditions
3.4 Ground contours are prepared according to the
reduced levels
3.5 Services are located in relation to the site in
accordance with set procedures
4. Prepare site layout 4.1 Site dimensions are measured according to
architectural drawings
4.2 Site facilities location are identified as per site plan

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
4.3 Site layout is prepared as per the site plan
5. Demolish unwanted 5.1 Area to be demolished is identified as per client
structures needs
5.2 Demolition method is determined according to area
to be demolished and environmental conditions
5.3 Local authorities and surrounding occupants are
informed of the demolition work
5.4 Building and structural surveys are carried out in
accordance with building standards
5.5 Hazardous materials are removed according to
safety regulations
5.6 Demolition plan is prepared according to the
demolition method adopted
5.7 Safety procedures are adopted as per the demolition
method
5.8 Unwanted structures are demolished and disposed as
per set procedures
6. Prepare site preliminary 6.1 Cost of preliminary site activities are analysed
report 6.2 Data on challenges and achievements are recorded
and documented
6.3 Site preliminary report is prepared

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Clearing method 1.1 Manual
1.2 Mechanical
1.3 Explosives and detonators
2. Site conditions 2.1 Shrubs
2.2 rock outcrops
2.3 Forests/thickets
2.4 Marshy/wetlands
3. Survey method 3.1 chain survey
3.2 Tacheometry

4. Survey instruments 4.1 Dumpy level

4.2 Theodolite

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Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
4.3 levelling staff
4.4 Ranging rod
4.5 Tripod stand
4.6 total station
4.7 GPS
4.8 Digital survey equipment
5. Services 5.1 water
5.2 power
5.3 sewer
6. Sampling methods 6.1 Random sampling
6.2 Stratified sampling
6.3 Cluster sampling
7. Site facilities 7.1 Site office
7.2 Welfare facilities
7.3 Storage facilities
7.4 Garage/filling station
8. Building and 8.1 type of construction
structural surveys 8.2 building use
8.3 Construction method
8.4 Drainage conditions
8.5 Building accessibility

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge
 Estimation and costing
 Survey
 Report writing
 Sampling methods
 Basic arithmetic
 Plan interpretation
 Occupational safety and health
 Codes of practice
 Materials science
 Concrete mix ratio
 Construction machines, tools and equipment
 Demolition techniques
 Geology

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  National laws

Skills

 Estimation and costing

 Basic mathematic skills
 Reading skills
 Communication skills
 Management skills
 Problem solving skills
 Critical thinking
 Construction tools handling skills

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1. Determined the site boundary and screened the building
site
1.2. Cleared the building site
1.3. Surveyed the building site
1.4. Prepared site layout
1.5. Demolished unwanted structures
1.6. Prepared site preliminary report
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Training workshops
2.2 Construction tools and equipment
2.3 Occupational Safety and health manuals
2.4 Construction manuals
2.5 Construction materials
2.6 Reference textbooks
2.7 Qualified trainers
2.8 Survey instruments
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1. Practical assignment
3.2. Written
3.3. Oral interview
3.4. Demonstrations

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4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 PRODUCE MASONRY UNITS
UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/03/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit describes the competences required to manufacture masonry units. It involves
producing masonry bricks, preparing concrete and clay products and dressing building
stones
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Produce masonry 1.1. Bricks moulds are prepared as per client specification
bricks 1.2. Brick earth /clay is prepared as per building code
1.3. Bricks are moulded depending on the prescribed size and
customer specifications.
1.4. Bricks are dried as per the building codes
1.5. Bricks are baked/fired as per baking procedures
2. Prepare concrete 2.1Concrete moulds are prepared as per the customer
products specifications.
2.2 concrete constituents are gathered as per concrete mix design
2.3Concrete constituent are batched as per batching methods
2.4 Concrete ingredients are mixed as per ASTM standards
2.5 Concrete mix is placed in moulds as per placing convections
2.6 Concrete is cured as per laid down procedures
2.7 Moulds are dismantled and stored as per laid down
procedures.
3. Dress building 1.1 Building stones are acquired as per prescribed size and
stones quality.
1.2 Stones surfaces are dressed as per the method and type of
dressing.
4. Prepare clay 4.1 Clay products are produced as per manufactures
products guidelines/specification.
4.2 Clay products are tested as per manufactures standards.
4.3 Clay products are packaged according to type, size, shape,
quantity and environmental requirements.

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RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Building code 1.1 BS 8110
2. Prescribed size 225x102.5x65mm
3. Baking procedure 3.1 Dehydration
3.2 oxidation
3.3 Vitrification
3.4 Burning
3.5 Cooling
4. Concrete constituents 4.1 Fine Aggregates
4.2 Coarse Aggregates
4.3 Cement
4.4 Water
4.5 Admixtures
5. batching methods 5.1 batching by weight
5.2 batching by volume
6. Method of stone dressing 6.1 Manual dressing
6.2 Mechanical dressing
7. Type of stone finish 7.1 Combed finish
7.2 Punched finish
7.3 Tooled finish
7.4 Bush finish
8. Clay products 8.1 Tiles
8.2 Bricks
8.3 Cills
8.4 Ventilators

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Concrete and motar mix ratios
 Soil testing
 Curing
 strength of materials
 use of building tools and equipnment
 concerete aggregate
 Basic arithmetics
 Batching
 packaging

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SKILLS
 moulding
 concrete mixer operation
 dressing
 Batching
 Measuring
 Modelling

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Prepared brick moulds.
1.2 Moulded bricks
1.3 Dried bricks
1.4 Burned bricks
1.5 Prepared concrete moulds
1.6 Mixed concrete constituents
1.7 Placed concrete mix
1.8 Cured concrete
1.9 Dismantled and stored concrete moulds
1.10 Dressed stones
1.11 Prepared clay
1.12 Produced clay products
1.13 Packaged clay products
2. Resource 2.1 ASTM document
Implications 2.2 Desktop PCs
2.3 Printer/plotting device
2.4 Calculator
2.5 Calibration tools
2.6 Internet
2.7 Operations Manuals
2.8 Concrete and clay moulds
2.9 Water
2.10 Stone blocks
2.11 Wheel barrows
2.12 Building tools and equipment
2.13 Qualified trainers

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3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 1.1 Written Test
1.2 Demonstration
1.3 Practical assignment
1.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
2. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job
Assessment setting
3. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the
for assessment building sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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MANAGE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, PLANT, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/04/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit describes the competence in Managing Construction Materials, Tools and
Equipment. It involves preparation of site facility for storage, building material and
equipment scheduling, ordering and receiving materials and equipment and preparing
periodic construction material and equipment report.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Prepare site 1.1 Building materials, tools, plant and equipment are assembled
facility for as per facility specifications.
storage 1.2 Facility site is cleared and levelled
1.3 Storage facility is erected as per working drawing
2. Prepare building 2.1 Types of materials to be used be used are identified and listed.
material 2.2 Building materials are quantified and recorded on a standard
schedule schedule
2.3 Quoted rates are included in the material schedule
3. Prepare building 3.1 Types of equipment to be used are identified and listed.
equipment 3.2 Building equipment are numbered and recorded on a
schedule standard schedule.
3.3 Quoted rates are included in the equipment schedule
4. Procure building 4.1 List of materials and equipment scheduled are verified.
materials and 4.2 Best suppliers are identified as per their price lists and
equipment catalogues.
4.3 Building materials and equipment are ordered.
4.4 Supplied building materials and equipment are verified.
4.5 Building materials and equipment are received.
4.6 Received building materials are recorded and stored.
5. Issue building 5.1 Site material and equipment requirement list is obtained
materials and 5.2 Required materials and equipment are issued.
equipment 5.3 Issued materials and equipment are recorded

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RANGE

Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Types of 1.1. Roofing
materials 1.2. Walling
1.3. Flooring
1.4. Finishing
1.5. Reinforcing
2. Types of 2.1 Excavation
equipment 2.2 Lifting
2.3 Transporting

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Record Keeping
 Construction Material
 Building Tools And Equipment
 Site Management
 Safety rules and precautions
 Bills of quantities
 Concrete mixing
 Batching
 Compacting concrete

SKILLS
 Record Keeping
 Management
 Use of tools and equipments
 Safety
 Procurement
 Concrete mixing
 Batching
 Compacting concrete

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EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1. Prepared building site facility
1.2. Prepared building material and equipment schedule
1.3. Ordered building materials and equipment.
1.4. Received building materials and equipment.
1.5. Record and store received materials and equipment
1.6. Issued building materials and equipment.
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Stationery
2.2 Computers
2.3 Calculators
2.4 Printers
2.5 Telephone
2.6 Price list and catalogue
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.4 Written text
3.5 Interview
3.6 Observation
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 EXECUTE SUBSTRUCTURE WORKS
UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/05/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competences required to perform substructure works. It involves
setting out the building, excavating foundation, laying building foundation, erecting
foundation, constructing solid ground floor and finishing substructure works.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Set out the building 1.1 Building drawings are interpreted as per working
drawings
1.2 Grounds measurement are taken as per the working
drawings
1.3 Position of walls and columns are marked as per
foundation plan
1.4 Profile boards are erected and marked as per the plan
1.5 Accuracy of setting out is determined as per architectural
and structural details
2. Excavate building 2.1 Foundation is excavated as per working drawings
foundation 2.2 Foundation timbering is done as per soil analysis report
2.3 Dewatering is carried out as per dewatering method
3. Lay building 3.1 Foundations levels are taken according to type of
foundation foundation and structural specifications
3.2 Foundation blinding is laid according to building
specifications
3.3 Foundation formwork is erected as per specifications
3.4 Foundation reinforcement is positioned as per the
structural details
3.5 Concreting is carried out according to design requirements
4. Erect foundation 4.1 Foundation wall is set out as per working drawing
walls 4.2 Foundation walling is constructed as per structural
specifications
5. Construct solid 5.1 Floor base is levelled and compacted according to
ground floor building code requirement
5.2 Hard-core layer is laid and compacted as per
specifications and building code
5.3 Blinding layer is laid and compacted as per building code

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 5.4 Anti- termite is sprayed as per building code and
manufacturers specifications
5.5 DPM is laid as per building code
5.6 BRC is laid as per building code
5.7 Spacer blocks are positioned as per specifications
5.8 Formwork to edges of slab is erected
5.9 Concrete is placed according to building code

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Dewatering 1.1 Sump
method 1.2 Electoral osmosis
1.3 Freezing
1.4 Furrow
1.5 Pumping out
2. Type of 2.1 Strip
foundation 2.2 Pile
2.3 Pad
2.4 Raft
2.5 Piers
3. Working 3.1 Architectural
drawings 3.2 Structural
3.3 Plumbing
3.4 Mechanical
3.5 Electrical
3.6 Services
3.7 Civil engineering drawings
4. Building code 4.1 BS 8110
4.2 BS 449

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Surveying/levelling
 Basic arithmetic
 Masonry
 Concrete technology
 Structural reinforcement
 Methods of setting out
 Types of foundations

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  Scheduling
 Concreting
 Bar bending and fixing

SKILLS
 Levelling
 Concrete and Mortar mixing
 Wall construction
 Measuring
 Bar bending and fixing
 Computation
 Concreting

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Interpreted building drawings
1.2 Recorded ground measurements
1.3 Set building
1.4 Excavated foundation trenches
1.5 Timbered foundation trenches
1.6 Dewatered foundation trenches
1.7 Prepared bar bending schedule
1.8 Positioned foundation reinforcement
1.9 Placed foundation concrete
1.10 Constructed foundation wall
1.11 Constructed solid ground floor
1.12 Finished substructure works
2. Resource 2.1 Measuring tools
Implications 2.2 Working drawing
2.3 Laptops
2.4 Desktop PCs
2.5 Printer/plotting device
2.6 Calculator
2.7 Surveying tools
2.8 Internet
2.9 Masonry tools and equipment
2.10 Timber/steel boards and nails

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 2.11 Concrete constituents
2.12 Stationery
3. Methods of Competency may be accessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written TEXT
3.2 Practical assignment
3.3 Interview/Oral Questioning
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job setting
Assessment
5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the building
for assessment sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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 EXECUTE SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/06/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competencies required to perform superstructure works. It
involves setting out and erecting superstructure walls, constructing superstructure
columns, stairs, beams and upper floors, erecting building roof, constructing fire place
and installing fixtures and fittings.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT (Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range)
1. Set out and construct 1.1 Kickers are positioned and cast as per
superstructure columns specifications
1.2 Reinforcement bars are positioned as per
structural design drawings
1.3 Column formwork is erected and aligned as per
construction regulations
1.4 Concrete is mixed as per design requirements
1.5 Concrete is cast and compacted into forms as per
construction regulations
2. Set out and erect 2.1 Wall dimensions and door openings are marked
superstructure walling on the solid ground floor according to the design
details
2.2 Building wall mortar is prepared as per building
codes of practice
2.3 Wall screeding is laid in accordance with the
plan layout and construction methods
2.4 Damp proof course is laid as per specifications
2.5 Building wall courses are laid according to
prescribed bonding methods, building
regulations and design details
2.6 Window and ventilator openings are determined
as per the design details
2.7 Wall openings are bridged according to building
codes and client specification
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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT (Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range)
1. Set out and construct 1.1 Kickers are positioned and cast as per
superstructure columns specifications
1.2 Reinforcement bars are positioned as per
structural design drawings
1.3 Column formwork is erected and aligned as per
construction regulations
1.4 Concrete is mixed as per design requirements
1.5 Concrete is cast and compacted into forms as per
construction regulations
superstructure beams, stairs constructed as per construction regulations and
and upper floors design dimensions
3.2 Props are erected in accordance to construction
regulations
3.3 Reinforcement bars are positioned as per
structural design drawings
3.4 Concrete materials are mixed as per design ratio
requirements
3.5 Mixed concrete is placed and compacted as per
construction regulations
4. Set and erect building roof 4.1 Type of roof is identified as per building design
4.2 Roofing materials are determined according to
the building design
4.3 Roof truss is constructed according to the
building design
4.4 Roof cover is laid according to construction
regulations
5. Construct fire place 5.1 Fireplace foundation is constructed as per
construction methods
5.2 Brickwork to ground floor level is built up
according to building regulations
5.3 Fireplace elements are constructed according to
the ground floor type and construction
regulations
5.4 Fireplace is lined with fireback as per building
regulations
5.5 Metal baskets are installed as per construction
requirements

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT (Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range)
1. Set out and construct 1.1 Kickers are positioned and cast as per
superstructure columns specifications
1.2 Reinforcement bars are positioned as per
structural design drawings
1.3 Column formwork is erected and aligned as per
construction regulations
1.4 Concrete is mixed as per design requirements
1.5 Concrete is cast and compacted into forms as per
construction regulations
6. Install fixtures and fittings 6.1 Fixtures are selected and installed according to
the design specifications
6.2 Fittings are selected and installed according to
the design specifications

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RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Bonding methods 1.1 Stretcher bond
1.2 English bond
1.3 Flemish bond
1.4 Header bond
2. Concrete materials 2.1 Cement
2.2 Sand
2.3 Ballast
2.4 Admixtures and additives
3. Type of roof 3.1 Flat
3.2 Pitched
4. Roofing materials 4.1 Tiles
4.2 Iron sheets
4.3 Concrete
4.4 Wood shingles/shakes
4.5 any other approved covering materials
5. Roof truss 5.1 Timber truss
5.2 Steel truss
6. Fireplace elements 6.1 5.1 Jamb
6.2 Lintels
6.3 Rendering
6.4 Hearth
6.5 Throat
7. Ground floor type 7.1 6.1 Concrete floor
7.2 Timber floor
7.3 Glass floor
8. Fixtures 8.1 7.1 electric sockets
8.2 light fixtures
8.3 plumbing installations
8.4 Security and fire alarm systems
9. Fittings 9.1 Furniture
9.2 hand driers
9.3 soap dispensers
9.4 towel hangers
9.5 cabinets

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge
 Measurement
 Formwork
 Scaffolding
 Wall construction
 Basic arithmetic
 Technical drawings
 Structural design
 Timber properties
 Steel properties
 Plan interpretation
 Occupational safety and health
 Codes of practice
 Roofing materials
 Types of roofs
 Materials science
 Concrete mix ratio
 Construction machines, tools and equipment
 Types of bonds
 Carpentry and joinery
 Waterproofing
 Types of fireplace
 Admixtures and additives
 Fixtures and fittings

Skills

 Estimating and costing

 Measurement
 Basic mathematic
 Communication
 Management
 Design
 Problem solving
 Critical thinking
 Construction tools handling
 Technical drawing

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  Bonding
 Bar bending
 Interpreting
 Cutting and fixing

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1. Set out and erected superstructure walls
1.2. Constructed columns, beams, stairs and upper floors
1.3. Erected building roof
1.4. Constructed fire place
1.5. Installed fixtures and fittings
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Training/assessment workshops
2.2 Construction tools and equipment
2.3 Occupational Safety and health manuals
2.4 Construction manuals
2.5 Construction materials
2.6 Qualified trainers
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Practical assignment
3.2 Written
3.3 Oral interview
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 EXECUTE BUILDING FINISHES

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/07/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit describes the competences required to perform building finishes. It entails
plastering building walls (internal and external) applying floor finishes, painting building
surfaces, applying building facings, wall mastering, lining wall surfaces, carrying out
pointing and jointing, cladding building walls and performing rough cast.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Apply floor finishes 1.1 Finishing materials are selected as per client
specifications and building code.
1.2 Finishing tools and equipment are assembled
1.3 Floor backgrounds are prepared to receive floor finish.
1.4 Floor finish is applied as per client specification and
building code
2. Paint Building 2.1 Painting materials are selected as per client specification.
Surfaces 2.2 Painting tools and equipment are assembled as per
painting method.
2.3 Painting surface is prepared as per the building code
2.4 Paint is mixed as per client specification and producer
specification.
2.5 Paint is applied as per the painting procedure.
2.6 Painted surfaces are protected.
3. Apply building 3.1 Facing materials, tools and equipment are selected and
facings assembled.
3.2 Facing materials are prepared as per the building code.
3.3 Facing background is prepared.
3.4 Facing are fixed on the prepared background.
4. Apply wall finishes 4.1 Finishing materials are selected as per client
specifications and building code.
4.2 Finishing tools and equipment are assembled
4.3 Wall backgrounds are prepared to receive wall finish.
4.4 Wall finish is applied as per client specification and
building code

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
5. Apply ceiling 5.1 Finishing materials are selected as per client
finishes specifications and building code.
5.2 Finishing tools and equipment are assembled
5.3 Ceiling backgrounds are prepared to receive ceiling
finish.
5.4 Ceiling finish is applied as per client specification and
building code
6. Carry out pointing 6.1 Jointing and pointing materials, tools and equipment are
and jointing identified and assembled
6.2 Materials for pointing and jointing are prepared
6.3 Pointing and jointing background is prepared
6.4 Pointing and jointing is carried out as per client
specification
7. Perform building 7.1 Tools and equipment for rough casting are assembled
rough casting 7.2 Materials for rough casting are selected and prepared
depending on rough casting surface
7.3 Background for rough casting is prepared
7.4 Rough cast is applied as per the building code

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Floor finish 1.1 Tiles
1.2 Cement sand screed
1.3 Terrazzo
1.4 Wood parquets
1.5 Carpets
2. Painting 2.1 Manual
method 2.2 Mechanical
3. Facing 3.1 bricks
materials 3.2 Wooden blocks
4. Wall finish 4.1 wall mastering
4.2 wall lining
4.3 clad building walls
5. Ceiling finish 5.1 boards
5.2 T and G
5.3 Gypsum board
5.4 Acoustic ceilings

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Mortar mixing
 Construction materials
 Building Tools And Equipments
 Safety
 Masonry
 Plastering/rendering

SKILLS
 Plastering
 Painting
 Facing
 Lining
 Pointing and jointing
 Cladding
 Rough casting

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.11 Assembled tools and equipment
1.12 Prepared backgrounds for finishes
1.13 Plastered walls
1.14 Finished floors
1.15 Mixed paints
1.16 Painted walls
1.17 Faced walls
1.18 Mastered walls
1.19 Lined walls
1.20 Pointed and jointed walls
1.21 Cladded walls
1.22 Rough casted walls
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Workplace or assessment location
2.2 Paint Mixing buckets
2.3 Masonry tools and equipment

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 2.4 Paints
2.5 Finishing units
2.6 Cement
2.7 Fine Aggregates
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written Test
3.2 Demonstration
3.3 Practical assignment
3.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken
in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 EXECUTE BUILDING EXTERNAL WORKS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/08/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competency required to perform building external works. It
involves laying cabro blocks and paving slabs, performing landscaping, constructing
drainage systems, fences and gates.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Lay external paving 1.1 Paving ground is surveyed to determine topography
1.2 Paving base is prepared in accordance with civil
engineers’ specifications
1.3 Levelling dust is spread in accordance with civil
engineers’ specifications
1.4 External paving is laid as per civil engineers’
specifications
2. Perform soft 2.1 Area of the space is determined in accordance with the site
landscaping layout
2.2 Landscaping ground is prepared as per design
specifications
2.3 Irrigation method is determined as per landscape design
2.4 Beautification is carried out as per design specifications
3. Construct drainage 3.1 Drainage channels are excavated as per civil engineering
system drawings
3.2 Drainage pipes are laid as per civil engineering drawings
3.3 Collection chambers are constructed according to civil
engineering drawings
4. Construct fences and 4.1 Gate measurements are determined according to the client
gates specifications
4.2 Gate supporting columns are constructed according to
codes of practice
4.3 Gate is installed as per design measurements
4.4 Building perimeter fence is constructed as per client needs
and codes of practice

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RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. External 1.1 tarmac
paving 1.2 concrete blocks
1.3 clay
1.4 ceramic
1.5 rubble stones
1.6 paving slabs
2. Beautificatio 2.1 Ornamental trees
n 2.2 Grassing
2.3 Flowers
2.4 Shrubs
2.5 Ground cover
2.6 Garden furniture
2.7 Garden lighting
3. Drainage 3.1 Open channels
channels 3.2 Closed channels
4. Drainage 4.1 concrete pipes
pipes 4.2 PVC pipes
4.3 GI pipes
4.4 PPR pipes
5. Collection 5.1 Septic tanks
chambers 5.2 Soak pits
5.3 Manholes
6. Perimeter 6.1 Masonry walls
fence 6.2 Live fence
6.3 Reinforced concrete walling
6.4 Wooden post and chain link/barbed wire
6.5 Steel post and chain link
6.6 Concrete post and chain link

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge

 Highway technology
 Measurements
 Basic arithmetic
 Mixture ratios

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  Reinforced concrete
 Wall construction
 Drainage systems
 Plan interpretation
 Excavation tools and equipment
 Soil properties
 Pipe work
 Health and safety
 Formwork
 Welding
 Plumbing
 Landscape lighting

Skills
 Measurement skills
 Basic mathematic skills
 Reading skills
 Communication skills
 Management skills
 Design skills
 Problem solving skills
 Critical thinking
 Construction tools handling skills
 Technical drawing skills

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1. Laid external paving
1.2. Performed soft landscaping and beautification
1.3. Constructed drainage system
1.4. Constructed fences and gates
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Construction tools and equipment
2.2 Construction materials
2.3 Codes of practice
2.4 Computers

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 2.5 Calculators
2.6 Training workshops
2.7 Qualified trainers
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.5. Practical assignment
3.6. Written
3.7. Oral interview
3.8. Demonstrations
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 INSTALL BUILDING SERVICES

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/09/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competencies required to install building services. It involves
installing ICT and specialised services, installing electrical services and installing
mechanical services.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Install ICT and 1.1 ICT and specialised services drawings are sketched
specialised services based on architectural and engineering drawings
1.2 Structural cabling layout is drawn as per ICT and
specialised services sketches
1.3 CCTV and security service layout is drawn as per
sketches
1.4 Internet and cable TV service layout is drawn as per
sketches
1.5 ICT and specialised services are installed as per SOPs
1.6 ICT and specialised services are tested as per SOPs
2. Set up electrical 2.1 Electrical drawings are sketched as per architectural
system drawings
2.2 Electrical materials are identified and assembled as per
the design layout
2.3 Electrical tools and equipment are identified and
assembled according to the electrical materials
2.4 Masonry units are hacked according to the electrical
layout
2.5 Conduits are laid and connected according to the
electrical design layout
2.6 Electrical connections are tested according to IEE
regulations
2.7 Exposed conduits are sealed as per construction
regulations
3. Install mechanical 3.1 Mechanical services drawings are sketched as per
services architectural drawings and structural drawings
3.2 Mechanical service supply materials are identified

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
according to mechanical service drawings
3.3 Mechanical tools and equipment are identified as per
materials and job requirements
3.4 Mechanical services are fixed according to standard
operating procedures
3.5 Mechanical services are tested as per SOPs

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Electrical materials 1.1 Sockets
1.2 Meter box
1.3 Meter
1.4 Wires
1.5 Bulb holders
1.6 Conduits
2. Electrical tools and 2.1 Pliers
equipment 2.2 Testers
2.3 Voltmeter
2.4 Ammeter
3. Mechanical services 3.1 Gas supply
3.2 Cold and hot water supply systems
3.3 Plumbing system
3.4 Sewer system
3.5 Fire fighting
3.6 Ventilation system

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge
 Measurement
 Survey
 Basic arithmetic
 Plan interpretation
 Occupational safety and health
 Codes of practice
 Environment Act
 Mechanical systems

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  Electrical systems
 Plumbing connections
 Welding and fabrication
 Ducting

Skills

 Threading, cutting and fixing

 Pipe bending
 Measurement
 Basic mathematic
 Interpretation
 Design
 Communication
 Technical drawing
 Management
 Problem solving
 Critical thinking
 Construction tools handling
 Welding and fabrication
 Ducting

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Sketched ICT and specialised services layout
1.2 Installed simple ICT and specialised services
1.3 Tested simple ICT and specialised services
1.4 Sketched simple electrical services layout
1.5 Installed simple electrical services
1.6 Tested simple electrical services
1.7 Sketched simple mechanical services layout
1.8 Installed simple mechanical services
1.9 Tested simple mechanical services
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Training/assessment workshops
2.2 Construction tools and equipment
2.3 Occupational Safety and health manuals
2.4 Qualified trainers

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 2.5 Codes of practice
2.6 Computers
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Practical assignment
3.2 Written
3.3 Oral interview
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 INSTALL BUILDING DOORS AND WINDOWS

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/10/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competences required to install building windows and doors. It
involves preparing window and door schedule, fabricating/ordering building doors and
windows, fixing building doors and windows and applying door and window finishes.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Prepare window and 1.1 Doors and window dimensions and specifications are
door schedule identified based on the architectural drawings
1.2 Door and window sketches are prepared based on
dimensions and specifications
1.3 Window and door schedule is prepared with quantities
and quoted prices
2. Fabricate/order doors 2.1 Door and window specifications are obtained from door
and windows and window schedule and architectural plan
2.2 Doors and windows are fabricated and ordered as per
set procedures
2.3 Doors and windows are delivered to the site as per
standard operating procedures
3. Fix doors and 3.1 Door and window openings are prepared for fixing as
windows per SOPs
3.2 Connecting iron mongery is fixed on the door and
window openings as per SOPs
3.3 Doors and windows are fixed as per SOPs
4. Apply door and 4.1 Windows and doors (where applicable) glazing is fixed
window finishes as per SOPs
4.2 Windows and doors plastering are applied as per SOPs
4.3 Iron mongery (other) are fixed as per SOPs
4.4 Windows and doors are painted as per SOPs

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RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Prepared 1.1 Hacking
1.2 Drilling
2. Connecting
2.1 Hinges
iron mongery
3. Iron mongery 3.1 Stoppers
(other) 3.2 Locks
3.3 Stays

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Material scheduling
 Types of doors and windows
 Door and window fabrication methods
 Plan interpretation
 Dimensioning
 Sketching
 Iron mongery
 Door and window finishes

SKILLS
 Sketching
 Planning
 Interpretation
 Critical thinking
 Analytical
 Fixing

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

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1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Prepared simple window and door schedule
1.2 Transferred window and door specification to
fabrication workshop
1.3 Fixed simple doors and windows
1.4 Applied door and window finishes
2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Materials and equipment specifications
2.2 External workshops/in site workshops
2.3 Fabrication tools and equipment
2.4 Trained Quality control staff
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Interview
3.2 Case Study/Situation
3.3 Observation/Demonstration and oral questioning
3.4 Site visits
4. Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace
environment.
5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the
for assessment industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended

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 SUPERVISE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

UNIT CODE: CON/OS/BUT/CR/11/6

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit describes the competences required to manage a construction project. It
involves organizing construction site; interpreting building contract documents;
preparing; project work plan, ledgers, journals and final accounts; manage human
resource, site records & activities as well as coordinating quality standards and costing
construction projects.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Organise construction 1.1 Construction site map is drawn
site 1.2 Construction site spaces are allocated as per
construction site zoning.
1.3 Site infrastructure and traffic routes are identified as
per the site map.
1.4 Site plant and equipment are positioned according to the
site map.
1.5 Site installations are placed according to the site map.
1.6 Site arrangement is checked and re-planned
2. Interpret building 2.1 Building contract documents are reviewed.
contract documents 2.2 Building contracts are interpreted as per the contract type.
2.3 Contract information is recorded as per the contract
interpretation.
3. Prepare construction 3.1 Projects scope of work is determined as per the project
work plan documents.
3.2 Projects work equipment is allocated as per the time
schedule.
3.3 Projects time schedule is prepared as per the scope of
work.
4. Prepare project 4.1 Information is obtained from ledgers and journals.
accounts 4.2 Income and expense account is prepared.
4.3 Information is balanced and agreed upon
4.4 Method statement for works is prepared
5. Manage projects 5.1 Projects roles and responsibilities are identified.
human resource 5.2 Reporting relationship and staffing management plan

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
are documented
5.3 Organisation charts and position descriptions are
defined
5.4 Project team is developed as per organisational
standards.
5.5 Personnel is identified depending on tasks.
5.6 Project performance is monitored as per laid down
organisational standards.
5.7 Project evaluation is carried out.
5.8 Project report and results are analysed.
6. Keep site records 6.1 Record parameters are identified based on project
requirements
6.2 Data entry methods are identified and applied
6.3 Regular updates of records are maintained according to
the job requirement
7. Monitor site activities 7.1 Construction requirements are identified as per building
code, public health act and local government
requirements.
7.2 Construction activities progress is noted against
performance standards.
7.3 Project status/task performance is analysed against
managers specification.
7.4 Efficiency and effectiveness of site activities are
analysed.
7.5 Project report is prepared.
8. Coordinate quality 8.1 Quality standard manuals are reviewed.
standards 8.2 Samples of materials are taken and Quality tests
performed.
8.3 Site work progress is observed through regular visits
and errors corrected.
8.4 Qualified staffing is ensured as per their performance.
8.5 Right quality equipment and tools are ensured.
8.6 Technical personnel representative is placed on site
9. Cost construction 9.1 Project scope of work is determined as per working
project drawings.
9.2 Project work is divided into items and sub items.
9.3 Project items are described as per mode of performance.
9.4 Rates are inserted against the items as per building

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 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range)
standard costing rates and site location.
9.5 Items rates are totaled to acquire the project total.

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. construction 1.1 Central zone
site zoning 1.2 Internal
1.3 Intermediate
1.4 External.
2. Site 2.1 Roads
infrastructure 2.2 Walk ways
3. Site 3.1 First aid points
Installation 3.2 Protection equipment
3.3 Temporary works
3.4 Fire stations

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
 Accounting
 Contracts
 Human resource
 Costing
 Welding and fabrication
 MS projects

SKILLS
 Management Skill
 Installation Skill
 Fixing skills
 Welding and fabrication

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EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Organised construction site.
1.2 Interpreted Contract documents.
1.3 Prepared project work plan.
1.4 Prepared ledgers and journals.
1.5 Prepared project final accounts.
1.6 Managed human resource.
1.7 Managed site records.
1.8 Monitored site activities.
1.9 Coordinated quality standards.
1.10 Costed construction project.
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Materials and equipment specifications
2.2 External Labs/in site labs
2.3 Calibrated equipment
2.4 Trained Quality control staff
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Interview
3.2 Case Study/Situation
3.3 Observation/Demonstration and oral questioning
3.4 Site visits
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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