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Correct Fixings for Bricklayers

Last updated: 15 October 2024
Grant rate/tier: £60 (Tier 1)
Grant code: GET3245

Correct Fixings for Bricklayers

The purpose of this standard is to provide the learner with the knowledge of the fixings related to bricklaying

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Duration

6 hours. If e-learning only, the duration is to be at least 50% of this.

Purpose/scope

The purpose of this standard is to provide the learner with the knowledge of the fixings related to the following:

Scope:

Safe application of fixings
Masonry loading
Masonry support fixings
Windpost fixings
Brick tie channel fixings
Frame clamps and clasp ties
Head restraints
Fire breaks and fire barriers fixings
Damp proof course (DPC) fixing strips
Insulation fixings
Slotted Drive Shaft/Slotted Drive System (SDS) drilling
Pull out testing.

Learner pre-requisites

There are no learner pre-requisites as part of this standard, however a basic knowledge of bricklaying terminology and techniques would be beneficial.

Instruction/supervision

As a minimum, course trainers must be able to demonstrate that, in relation to this standard, they have:

an award in education and training (or equivalent, as per requirements for approved training organisations)
successfully completed training to this standard
at least 2 years industrial experience relevant to the scope of the standard
a verifiable CV.

Delivery

All materials and equipment must be of a suitable quality and quantity for learners to achieve learning outcomes and must comply with relevant legislation.

The learning environment, class size and learner/trainer ratio must allow training to be delivered in a safe manner and enable learners to achieve the learning outcomes.

The following delivery methods may be used in the delivery of this standard:

face to face learning environment only (such as classroom/workshop etc.) in either an on-job or off-job location.

This standard is predominantly theoretical training.

This standard is considered to be set at an intermediate level.

Assessment

Formally Assessed

For the successful completion of training, learners must complete an end of course practical assessment and knowledge test that measures all learning outcomes and has a pass criteria.

Methods of assessment considered appropriate for training delivered against this standard are:

multiple choice questions
practical assessment.

Pass criteria for this standard:

Select correct fixings for given scenarios
Install fixings in given scenarios to the correct specification.

Where this training is assessed using multiple-choice questions, all learning outcomes must be covered over minimum of 12 questions and learners are required to achieve an overall pass mark of at least 80%.

Quality assurance

Assured standard

Quality assurance against this standard will require initial approval of the training organisation and their content mapped to the standard.

CITB will also conduct an approval intervention, either desk-based or centre visit, to ensure the training organisation can meet the requirements of the training standard.

Approved training organisations (ATOs) will be required to present information on records of training and assessment upon request to CITB for desk-based analysis. They will also be visited annually by the CITB quality assurance team.

Renewal

Refresher every 37 months

Buffer / grace period

7 months

Classification

Recommended refresher

Review cycle

On request or 60 months (5 Years) from approval date.

Learning outcomes / learning outcomes to be refreshed

Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:	Additional guidance and assessment information:
safe application of fixings	Delivery guidance: identify why selection of fixings is critical outline the risks and hazards arising from using incorrect fixings identify different substrates examine case studies of failures. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of the correct selection of fixings demonstrate knowledge on range of substrates. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
masonry loading	Delivery guidance: describe a range of masonry products identify a range of tools required for installation understand masonry load and how this affects fixings and their capabilities describe why fasteners fail. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge on correct tools for installation demonstrate knowledge on reasons for failure. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
masonry support fixings	Delivery guidance: describe the different types of masonry support fixings in relation to masonry load and frame type describe the installation process in concrete for throughbolts, resin anchors and stainless screw anchors describe the installation process in steel for setscrews, blind bolts and coachscrews. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of the installation process for concrete applications demonstrate knowledge of the installation processes for steel applications. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
windpost fixings	Delivery guidance: describe the different types of windpost fixings in relation to masonry load and frame type. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of windpost fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
brick tie channel fixings	Delivery guidance: describe the different types of brick tie channel fixings in relation to masonry load and frame type. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of brick tie channel fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
frame cramps and clasp ties	Delivery guidance: describe the different types of frame cramps in relation to masonry load and frame type describe the different types of clasp ties in relation to masonry load and frame type. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of frame cramp fixing processes demonstrate knowledge of clasp tie fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
head restraints	Delivery guidance: describe the different types of head restraints in relation to masonry load and frame type. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of head restraint fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
fire breaks and fire barriers fixings	Delivery guidance: identify the correct fixings for fire breaks and fire barriers in relation to frame type. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of fire breaks and fire barriers fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
Damp Proof Course (DPC) fixing strips	Delivery guidance: identify the correct DPC fixing strips in relation to frame type and fire regulations. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of DPC fixing processes. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
insulation fixings	Delivery guidance: identify the correct insulation fixings based on manufacturers specification. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of ability to translate manufacturers specification. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
Slotted Drive Shaft/Slotted Drive System (SDS) drilling	Delivery guidance: describe how to handle, store and transport SDS drills identify and recall the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements relating to SDS drilling activities describe the health and safety procedures for safe use of an SDS drill. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of handling, storing and transporting SDS drills demonstrate knowledge of appropriate recall for the PPE requirements relating to SDS drilling activities demonstrate practical ability to prepare and use SDS drill in a safe manner. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.
pull out testing	Delivery guidance: describe pull out testing purpose and process. Assessment criteria: demonstrate knowledge of understanding of pull out testing outline the steps required to undertake a pull out test. Assessment specification: as per assessment methodology.

Additional information about this standard

This standard was written by Rawlplug, Grayson Building Products, Vision Construction and The Association of Brickwork Contractors (ABC), who deliver training against this standard through The ABC Assessment Centre in partnership with Rawlplug.

Any guidance and support required to the delivery of this standard can be sought through the companies mentioned above.

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