Erecting Block Walls including Openings

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
D/505/1380
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
50 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know tools and equipment required to erect block walls.

Masonry tools

  • brickwork trowel
  • mortar boards
  • level
  • string line 
  • tape measure 
  • corner profile rails

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Select appropriate tools and equipment for erecting block walls.
2

Be able to set out the work area.

Personal Protective Equipment

  • safety boots
  • hard hat
  • safety glasses

Select materials

  • 100mm solid blocks
  • mortar

Prepare working area

  • clean floor
  • set up mortar board
  • stack blocks

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Select appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task.
  • 2.2
    Select materials required.
  • 2.3
    Set out the work area.
3

Be able to set out block walls.

Use of tools to set out

  • tape measure
  • pencil

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Use appropriate hand tools to set out walls to the correct length.
4

Be able to dry bond walls.

Demonstrate dry bonding

  • set out wall course dry bonded
  • check length

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State the reasons for dry bonding walls before starting work.
  • 4.2
    Dry bond a specified area of wall.
5

Be able to erect block walls.

Demonstrate building block walls

  • set out wall course length
  • set up corner profiles
  • lay bed of mortar
  • lay blocks between profiles
  • cut blocks
  • clean working area

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Set out walls to a specified length.
  • 5.2
    Set up corner profiles.
  • 5.3
    Wall blocks to a line between profiles including openings.
  • 5.4
    Cut blocks safely using correct PPE.
  • 5.5
    Maintain a clean work area.
6

Know about pointing and jointing.

Identify pointing

  • flush 
  • bucket handle

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    State the difference between pointing and jointing.
  • 6.2
    Describe the different types of joint finishes.
7

Be able to finish a joint.

Demonstrate pointing

  • flush point wall as work proceeds

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1
    Finish joint as instructed.
8

Be able to work safely.

Follow instructions

  • act on instructions
  • keep work area clean
  • wear PPE when cutting

Assessment Criteria

  • 8.1
    Follow instructions and requirements in line with current health and safety regulations when using tools and equipment.