This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to support construction projects by conducting concrete boom delivery operations using a vehicle-borne pumping system. It covers systems with a minimum of two boom stages.

It includes:

• conducting operational checks
• safe and effective operation of the vehicle and pumping system
• safe establishment, use and monitoring of the boom distribution system
• conducting operator maintenance and work finalisation activities.

This unit of competency supports the role of those who deliver concrete placing booms to residential, commercial or civil construction sites, and who would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self direction.

Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.