Bricklaying and Plastering

This unit standard specifies the competencies required to undertake hand excavation tasks as part of bricklaying operations. It includes locating excavation site and erect safety signs and barricades, excavations requiring the assistance of plant machinery to form excavations for footings and the provisions of services as part of bricklaying operations. It includes excavation to new and existing sites, new or diversion of existing services. This unit standard is intended for those who work as bricklayers and plasterers