Transnational Skill Standards Bar Bender and Steel Fixer · reinforcement COSVR166 Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS CON/N0205

TRANSNATIONAL SKILL STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Transnational Skill Standards

Bar Bender and Steel Fixer REFERENCE ID: TOS/CON/Q0203


Mapping for Bar Bender and Steel Fixer (CON/Q0203) with UK Qualification Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Steel Fixing Occupation (QUA844) Link to Indian Qualification Pack:http://www.nsdcindia.org/sites/default/files/files/Bar-Bender-&-Steel-Fixer.pdf

Links to UK Qualification: https://www.citb.co.uk/awards/qualifications-and-courses/construction/qualificationsearch/viewqualification/?q=qua844

How to Read this Document This document has two sections - Section I and Section II.

Section I: Compares the NOS listing in the Indian QP –Bar Bender and Steel Fixer QP (CON/Q0203)withthe Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Steel Fixing Occupation (Construction)

Section II: Compares the competencies described in each of the Indian NOS with those of UK.

The language of the compared competencies of the two countries differs. However, the competency pointers of the described competencycan be mapped. Wherever the competency pointer maps it is reported as ‘None’ underthe column ‘Gap in Indian NOS’.Wherever the competency pointers do not map, it is identified as a gap and the corresponding UK competency is noted under the column ‘Gap in Indian NOS’.

Usage of Benchmarked Transnational Standards There will be two types of users of these benchmarked standards. One type will be of those individuals who are already trained and are certified on the corresponding Indian QP. This set of individuals will have to undergo a bridge course comprising of the identified gaps only. Thereafter, they will be assessed under the aegis of a UK Awarding body through the Indian SSC on the competency portions acquired via the bridge course. All qualifying individuals will be awarded a co-branded certificate comprising oflogo of Skill India, Indian SSC and UK Awarding Body.

Those individuals who wish to be certified afresh will have to undergo training on both the Indian QP and the gaps in the Indian NOS with regard to UK competencies. Thereafter, they will be assessed under the aegis of a UK Awarding body through the Indian SSC and they will obtain a co-branded certificate comprising of logo of Skill India, Indian SSC and UK Awarding Body.

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Section I:NOS Mapping of Bar Bender and Steel Fixer QP (CON/Q0203) with the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Steel Fixing Occupation (Construction)

NOS Mapping: A Summary Indian NOS Code

Indian NOS UK NOS Code UK NOS Remarks, if any

CON/N9001 Work according to personal health, safety and environment protocol at construction site

COSVR641 Conform to general workplace health, safety and welfare

CON/N8001 Work effectively in a tem to deliver desired results at workplace

COSVR642 Conform to productive work practices

This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS CON/N8002 Plan and organise work

to meet expected outcomes

COSVR643 Move, Handle or Store Resources

No mapping Indian NOS

CON/N0204 Use hand and power tools for cutting and bending of reinforcement

COSVR166 Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape

This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS

CON/N0205 Read and understand routine drawings / sketches and Bar Bending Schedule

CON/N0206 Prepare, fabricate, place and fix reinforcement for RCC structures

COSVR534 Fix steel in situ This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS


CON/N0206 Prepare, fabricate, place and fix reinforcement for RCC structures

COSVR535 Prefabricate reinforcement steel sections

This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS


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Section II: Compares the competencies in Indian NOS Work according to personal health, safety and environment protocol at construction site (CON/N9001)with the UK NOSConform to General Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare(COSVR641).

NOS Mapping Descriptions

Indian QP Title Bar Bender & Steel Fixer

UK Qualification Steel fixer

Indian QP Code CON/Q203 UK Qualification Code QUA844

Indian NOS Code Work according to personal health, safety and environment protocol at construction site

UK NOS Code Conform to General Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare

Indian NOS CON/N9001 UK NOS COSVR641

Scope The scope covers the following: Follow safety norms

as defined by organization

Adopt healthy & safe work practices

Implement good housekeeping and environment protection process and activities

Overview This standard, in the context of your occupation and work environment, is about awareness of relevant current statutory requirements and official guidance; responsibilities, to self and others, relating to workplace health, safety and welfare; personal behaviour and security in the workplace

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Competency Mapping: Thefollowingtable, the Indian NOS maps with the UK NOS COSVR641 ‘Conform to General Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare’ UK NOS.

Performance Criteria - Indian NOS Performance Criteria - UK NOS Gaps in Indian NOS

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to-

You must be able to- None

PC2. follow emergency and evacuation procedures in case of accidents, fires, natural calamities

P1: comply with all workplace health, safety and welfare legislation requirements at all times

None

PC3. follow recommended safe practices in handling construction materials, including chemical and hazardous material whenever applicable

PC4. participate in safety awareness programs like Tool Box Talks, safety demonstrations, mock drills, conducted at site

PC6. use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per work requirements including: 1) Head Protection (Helmets) 2) Ear protection 3) Fall Protection 4) Foot Protection 5) Face and Eye Protection, 6) Hand and Body Protection 7) Respiratory Protection (if required)

PC1. identify and report any hazards, risks or breaches in site safety to the appropriate authority

P2. recognise hazards, associated with the workplace, that have not been previously controlled, and report them in accordance with organisational procedures

None

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PC4. participate in safety awareness programs like Tool Box Talks, safety demonstrations, mock drills, conducted at site

P3.accept responsibility for, and comply with, organisational policies and procedures in order to contribute to health, safety and welfare

contributing to the maintenance of workplace welfare facilities

PC5. identify near miss , unsafe condition and unsafe act PC6. use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per work requirements including: 1) Head Protection (Helmets) 2) Ear protection 3) Fall Protection 4) Foot Protection 5) Face and Eye Protection, 6) Hand and Body Protection 7) Respiratory Protection (if required) PC7. handle all required tools, tackles , materials & equipment safely PC8. follow safe disposal of waste, harmful and hazardous materials as per EHS guidelines PC9. install and apply properly all safety equipment as instructed PC10. follow safety protocol and practices as laid down by site EHS department PC11. collect and deposit construction waste into identified containers before disposal, separate containers that may be needed for disposal of toxic or hazardous wastes comply with and support all

organisational security arrangements and approved procedures

Knowledge & Understanding; Knowledge & Understanding:

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KB4.health and environments effect of construction materials as per applicability

K1 what and why health, safety and welfare legislation is relevant to the occupational area

None

KB5.various environmental protection methods as per applicability

SA5. read sign boards, notice boards relevant to safety

K2 what health, safety and welfare legislation notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational area and associated equipment

KA2.types of safety hazards at construction sites

K3 how to comply with control measures identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work

None

SB6. assess and analyze areas which may affect health, safety and environmentprotocol on the sites, etc.

KB2.appropriate personal protective equipment to used based on various working conditions

K4 why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used

None

KA2. types of safety hazards at construction sites

K5 the hazards associated with the work environment

None

KB4. health and environments effect of construction materials as per

KB5. various environmental protection methods as per applicability

SB3. identify safety risks that affect the health, safety and environment for selfand others working in the vicinity, tackle it if within limit or report to appropriate authority

K6 how changing circumstances can create hazards

None

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KA2.reporting procedures in cases of breaches or hazards for site safety, accidents, and emergency situations as per guidelines

K7 the method of reporting hazards in the workplace

None

KA1.reporting procedures in cases of breaches or hazards for site safety, accidents, and emergency situations as per guidelines

K8 what the organisational policies and procedures are for health, safety and welfare

None


K9 how to take active responsibility for health, safety and welfare

None


K10 how individual actions and behaviour may affect others

None

SB5.ensure personal safety behaviour K11 what the types of fire

extinguishers are and how and when they are used

K12 how security arrangements are implemented in the workplace

General Note: In the Construction SSC NOS, Rangestatement is not separated out. It is integrated holistically into the PCs andknowledge within the QPs

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Section II:Compares the competencies in Indian NOS Work effectively in a tem to deliver desired results at workplace(CON/N8001)with the UK NOSConform to Productive Work Practices(COSVR642).





Indian NOS Code Work effectively in a tem to deliver desired results at workplace

UK NOS Code Conform to Productive Work Practices


Scope The scope covers the following: Interact and

communicate effectively with co-workers, superiors and sub-ordinates across different teams

Support co-

workers, superiors and sub-ordinates within the team and across interfacing teams to ensure effective execution of assigned task

Overview This standard, in the context of your occupation and work environment, is about

1. productive

communication with line management, colleagues and customers

2. interpreting information

3. planning and carrying out productive work practices

4. working with others or as an individual

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Competency Mapping: The following table, the Indian NOS maps with the UK NOS COSVR642 ‘Conform to Productive Work Practices’ UK NOS.

Performance Criteria - Indian NOS Performance Criteria - UK NOS Gaps w.r.t to Scope and Range

in Indian NOS To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to-

You must be able to-

PC1. pass on work related information/ requirement clearly to the team members

P1 communicate with others communicate with others 2 respect the needs of others when communicating

PC2. inform co-workers and superiors about any kind of deviations from work PC5. communicate to team members/subordinates for appropriate work technique and method

P2 follow organisational procedures to plan the sequence of work in order to conform to productive work practices and maintain records

follow organisational procedures to plan the sequence of work in order to conform to productive work practices and maintain records

SB5. ensure best ways of coordination among team members

P3 maintain good work relationships

None

SB6. communicate with co-workers considering their educational / social background

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Knowledge & Understanding: Indian NOS

Knowledge & Understanding: UK NOS

KA4. different modes of communication, and its appropriate usage

K1 how to use methods of communication with other workplace personnel and customers

None

KA3. risks of a failure in teamwork in terms of effects on project outcomes, timelines, safety at the construction site, etc.

K2 how to communicate to ensure work is productive

None

KB3. importance of proper and effective communication and the expected adverse effects in case of failure relating to quality, timelines, safety, risks at the construction project site

K3 how organisational procedures are applied to plan and carry out productive work


K4 how to maintain documentation in accordance with organisational procedures


K5 how to contribute to zero/low carbon outcomes in the built environment


KA2. importance of effective communication and establishing strong working relationships with co-workers

K6 how to maintain good work relationships

None

K7 how to apply the principles of equality and diversity



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Section II continued: Compares the competencies in Indian Plan and organise work to meet expected outcomes(CON/N8002)with the UK NOSConform to Productive Work Practices(COSVR642).





Indian NOS Code Plan and organise work to meet expected outcomes

UK NOS Code Conform to Productive Work Practices


Scope The scope covers the following: Prioritize work

activities to achieve desired results

Organize desired

resources prior to commencement of work

Overview This standard, in the context of your occupation and work environment, is about

1. productive

communication with line management, colleagues and customers

2. interpreting information

3. planning and carrying out productive work practices

4. working with others or as an individual

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Competency Mapping: The following table, the Indian NOS maps with the UK NOS COSVR642 ‘Conform to Productive Work Practices’ UK NOS.




PC3. provide guidance to the subordinates to obtain desired outcome

P1 communicate with others 2 respect the needs of others when communicating

PC1. understand clearly the targets and timelines set by superiors

P2 follow organisational procedures to plan the sequence of work in order to conform to productive work practices and maintain records

follow organisational procedures to plan the sequence of work in order to conform to productive work practices and maintain records

4 complete documentations as required by the organisation

PC2. plan activities as per schedule and sequence

PC7. complete the work with allocated resources

PC8. engage allocated manpower in an appropriate manner

PC9. use resources in an optimum manner to avoid any unnecessary wastage

PC12. processes adopted to be in line with the specified standards and instructions

PC6. select and employ correct tools, tackles and equipment for completion of desired work

P3 maintain good work relationships

None

PC7. complete the work with allocated resources

PC9. use resources in an optimum manner to avoid any unnecessary wastage

PC11. organize work output, materials used, tools and tackles deployed

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PC12. processes adopted to be in line with the specified standards and instructions

Knowledge & Understanding: Indian NOS

Knowledge & Understanding: UK NOS





KB1. standard practices of work to be adopted for assigned task



KB2. how to use available resources in a judicious and appropriate manner to minimize wastages or damage



K6 how to maintain good work relationships



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Section II continued: Compares the competencies in Indian NOS Read and understand routine drawings / sketches and Bar Bending Schedule (CON/N0204)with the UK NOSCut and bend reinforcement steel to shape(COSVR166).





Indian NOS Read and understand routine drawings / sketches and Bar Bending Schedule

UK Unit Title Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape

Indian NOS Code CON/N0204 UK NOS Code COSVR166

Scope This scope covers the following:

• Read and understand routine drawings / sketches

• Read and understand Bar Bending Schedule

Overview This standard is about

1 interpreting information

2 adopting safe and healthy working practices

3 selecting materials, components and equipment

4 preparing, cutting and bending reinforcement steel to standard shapes using recognised codes

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Competency Mapping: Thefollowingtable, the Indian NOS maps with the UK NOS COSVR166 ‘Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape’ UK NOS.

Performance Criteria - Indian NOS

Performance Criteria - UK NOS Gaps in Indian NOS



PC1. select hand tools/power tools for cutting rebars as per requirement / instruction

P1,Intrepet the given information relating to the work and to resources to confirm its relevance

interpretations of specifications, schedules, risk assessment, manufactures information

PC8. select hand/power tools for bending rebars with respect to the work

PC10. mark on rebar and place & fix rods on correct position for bending

PC2. select cutting blade for cutting of rebar as per requirement / instruction

P2: comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices

None

CON/N9001:Work according to personal health, safety and environment protocol at construction site

PC4. place rebars properly for cutting, as per requirement and instruction

P3: select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work

None

PC6. maintain correct body posture while cutting rebars manually or mechanically tag and stack rebars after cutting as per standards practices

PC9. select accessories for bending with respect to the diameter of rebar used & machine used

PC11. maintain correct body posture while bending rebars manually or mechanically

CON/N0205: Use hand and power tools for cutting and bending of reinforcement

P5: comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification

None

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PC7. plan for cutting of rebars as per instructions

P6: complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work

None

PC12. plan for cutting of rebars as per instructions, considering minimum wastage and cutting length

Knowledge & Understanding: Knowledge & Understanding: K1 the organisational

procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented

KB1. how to read basic drawing/sketches for bar bending and fixing works

K2 the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted

None

KB5. how to read and understand BBS

CON/N0205: Use hand and power tools for cutting and bending of reinforcement

K3 the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed

None

K4 the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied


K5 how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond

None

K6 the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings


K7 what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report

None


K8 why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used

None

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KA5. maintenance of tools and equipment’s

K9 the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified

None

KB8. different types of cover block and their uses

KB9. how to prevent reinforcement from rusting

KB10. different types of steel rods, length and diameter

KB11. different types of binding wire, thickness and uses

KB12. mould forms and their specific requirements along with process / procedure to be followed for pre cast reinforcement

KB13basic material properties of bars like strength

SB8. minimize wastages K10 how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported

None

SB9. optimize resources KA4. service request procedure for tools, materials and equipment’s

K11 the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used

None

KA2. safety rules and regulations for handling and storing required tools, equipment and materials

K12 the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome

None

K13 how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection


K14 why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved

None

KA1. standard practices for reinforcement work

K15 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported

None

KA5. maintenance of tools and K16 how maintenance of tools None

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equipments and equipment is carried out

K17 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept


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Section II continued: Compares the competencies in Indian NOS Use hand and power tools for cutting and bending of reinforcement(CON/N0205)with the UK NOSCut and bend reinforcement steel to shape(COSVR166).





Indian NOS Use hand and power tools for cutting and bending of reinforcement

UK Unit Title Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape

Indian NOS Code CON/N0205 UK NOS Code COSVR166

Scope This scope covers the following:

• Use hand and powertools for cutting ofreinforcement bars

• Use hand and powertools for bending ofreinforcement bars

Overview This standard is about

1 interpreting information

2 adopting safe and healthy working practices

3 selecting materials, components and equipment

4 preparing, cutting and bending reinforcement steel to standard shapes using recognised codes

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Transnational Skill Standards Bar Bender and Steel Fixer · reinforcement COSVR166 Cut and bend reinforcement steel to shape This UK NOS is comparable with 2 Indian NOS CON/N0205