Lay pipes

Competency Standard

RIICRC208E - Lay pipes

Prerequisites

Minimum age of 17 years and must be able to use and understand basic English to communicate to a level necessary to perform their duties safely

Learning Outcomes

1. Plan and prepare to lay pipes

2. Set out excavation

3. Install bedding materials

4. Lay pipe

5. Conduct clean-up activities

Course Objectives

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lay pipes in civil construction, including setting out and conducting excavation, preparing foundations, installing bedding and laying pipe.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.