Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Foot Measurements And Calculations
Chapter 6: Estimate approximate quantities
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Estimate Quantity of Concrete for a 2m x 2m x 0.15m Slab

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Measurements And Calculations
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Estimate the approximate volume and quantity of concrete required for a slab measuring 2000mm x 2000mm x 150mm as per the provided dimensions.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring tapeConcrete mix ratio chart
Calculator
Notebook and pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
2Calculator1 Pc per Candidate
3Notebook and pen1 set per Candidate
4Concrete mix ratio chart1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Safety and Preparation
Appropriately wore PPE (dust coat, safety boots)
(Award 1 mark for correct PPE use or zero)
1
Correctly observed safety on self and colleagues
(Award 1 mark for safety observation or zero)
1
Correctly observed safety of tools and equipment by proper handling
(Award 1 mark for correct tool handling or zero)
1
Sub-Total3
TASK 2: Work Area Setup and Measurement
Prepared and cleared the working area
(Award 1 mark for area readiness or zero)
1
Accurately measured the slab dimensions (length, width, depth)
(Award 2 marks for correct measurements or zero)
2
Recorded measurements clearly and legibly
(Award 1 mark for proper recording or zero)
1
Sub-Total4
TASK 3: Quantity Estimation
Calculated slab volume correctly using measured dimensions
(Award 3 marks for accurate volume calculation or zero)
3
Estimated quantity of concrete mix required based on volume and mix ratio
(Award 3 marks for correct quantity estimate or zero)
3
Used calculator effectively for computations
(Award 1 mark for correct calculator use or zero)
1
Recorded final quantities clearly in notebook
(Award 1 mark for clear recording or zero)
1
Sub-Total8
TASK 4: Housekeeping and Tool Storage
Cleaned the work area after task completion
(Award 1 mark for cleaning or zero)
1
Properly stored tools and materials
(Award 1 mark for correct storage or zero)
1
Sub-Total2
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Correct volume calculation for slab (2000x2000x150 mm = 0.6 m³)
(Award 3 marks for correct volume or zero)
3
Accurate concrete quantity estimate based on volume and mix ratio
(Award 3 marks for correct quantity or zero)
3
Clear and legible recording of all measurements and calculations
(Award 2 marks for clarity or zero)
2
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL25
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Estimate Number of Bricks for a Wall 4m x 2.5m x 0.3m

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Measurements And Calculations
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Estimate the number of standard bricks required to build a wall 4000mm long, 2500mm high, and 300mm thick as per the given dimensions.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring TapeStandard Bricks (230mm x 110mm x 75mm)
CalculatorMortar Mix (Sand and Cement)
Pencil and Notebook
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Standard Bricks (230mm x 110mm x 75mm)500 Pcs per Candidate
2Measuring Tape1 Pc per Candidate
3Calculator1 Pc per Candidate
4Pencil and Notebook1 Set per Candidate
5Mortar Mix (Sand and Cement)1 Bag per 3 Candidates
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Check Presentation and Safety
Appropriately wore PPE (dust coat, safety boots)
(Award 1 mark for correct PPE usage, 0 if not)
1
Observed safety for self and colleagues
(Award 1 mark for correct safety observation, 0 if not)
1
Handled tools and equipment safely
(Award 1 mark for correct handling, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total3
TASK 2: Prepare Work Area and Tools
Arranged work area free from hazards
(Award 1 mark for safe and clean area, 0 if not)
1
Selected appropriate tools and materials for estimation
(Award 1 mark for correct selection, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total2
TASK 3: Perform Measurement and Calculations
Measured wall dimensions accurately
(Award 2 marks for accurate measurements, 0 if incorrect)
2
Calculated wall volume correctly
(Award 3 marks for correct volume calculation, 0 if incorrect)
3
Calculated brick volume including mortar allowance
(Award 2 marks for correct brick volume with mortar, 0 if incorrect)
2
Estimated total number of bricks required
(Award 3 marks for correct brick quantity estimate, 0 if incorrect)
3
Sub-Total10
TASK 4: Record and Present Findings
Clearly recorded all measurements and calculations
(Award 2 marks for clear and accurate recording, 0 if not)
2
Presented estimation logically and neatly
(Award 2 marks for neat presentation, 0 if not)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 5: Observe Housekeeping
Cleaned work area after task completion
(Award 1 mark for cleanliness, 0 if not)
1
Properly stored tools and materials
(Award 1 mark for proper storage, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total2
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Estimated number of bricks matches calculation within 5% tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct estimate, 0 if outside tolerance)
5
Calculation of wall volume is accurate (4000mm x 2500mm x 300mm)
(Award 3 marks for correct volume calculation, 0 if incorrect)
3
Brick dimensions correctly applied including mortar allowance
(Award 2 marks for correct brick size with mortar, 0 if incorrect)
2
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL31
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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