Short duration training standards

Tunnelling Segment Production Operative

Grant rate/tier:
Grant Tier Zero
Grant code:
GET3639
Last updated:
21 Aug 2026
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Standard detail

Duration

8 Hours

Standard type

Short Duration

Occupation

Tunnelling Operations

Occupational Relevance

Tunnel Segment Production Operative

Standard Classification

Mandatory Renewal

Renewal Period

Renewal every 5 years

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to provide the learner with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out the duties of a Segment Production Operative in a safe and effective way. By the end of this training the learner will be able to:

  • understand relevant Legislation, Regulation and Health & Safety requirements
  • describe the components that contribute to the segment production process
  • describe the consumables that contribute to the segment production process
  • understand the process of concrete batching (external batching plant or delivered)
  • have the knowledge of different types of reinforcement
  • understand how to prepare moulds
  • understand how to install cages into the mould
  • explain how to place concrete into the mould
  • describe the curing chamber process
  • understand how to open the mould safely and how to demould the segment
  • understand how the segments are lifted, turned, transported, stacked and kept in storage
  • explain how to utilise a clean-out station

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)
  • 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.) This standard is predominantly theoretical training This standard is considered to be set at an entry level

Assessment

Formally Assessed For the successful completion of training, learners must complete an end of course practical assessment or 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
  • Short Answer Questions
  • Observed Oral Presentations / Briefings
  • Practical Assessment Pass criteria for this standard:
  • Pass or Fail Where this training is assessed using multiple-choice questions, all learning outcomes must be covered over 20 questions and learners are required to achieve an overall pass mark of at least 80%

Quality Assurance

Assured 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.

Learning Outcomes

The learner will be able to:
  • a. understand relevant Legislation, Regulation and Health & Safety requirements - Delivery guidance: Learner to have an appropriate level of understanding of the implications of the following legislation in relation to segment production:
    • Health & Safety at Work Act
    • MHSWR (Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations)
    • PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations)
    • LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)
    • COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Regulations
    • Confined Spaces Regulations
    • The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations
    • Safe System of Work (SSOW) within the Tunnel Segment Production Environment
    • The Environmental Protection Act Assessment criteria:
    • Theory Questions and Practical Assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • b. describe the components that contribute to the segment production process - Delivery guidance: provide an overview of the following:
    • the overall end-to-end process of producing a segment within the segment production environment
    • As a minimum, the relevant component inserts and parts used, such as: o Mould o Cage (If Applicable) o Gasket o Spacers o Guide Rods o Shear Cones Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • c. describe the consumables that contribute to the segment production process - Delivery guidance:
    • As a minimum, identify the consumables used such as: o Releasing Agents o Degreasing Agents o Greasing and Lubrication Agents o Wire Wool Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • d. understand the process of concrete batching (external batching plant or delivered) - Delivery guidance:
    • identify the basic components of concrete: o Cement o Sand o Aggregate o Water o Concrete Additives (Where applicable) Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • e. knowledge of different types of reinforcement - Delivery guidance
    • describe reinforcement components such as: o Steel Cage o Fibres Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • f. understand how to prepare moulds - Delivery guidance:
    • understand how to prepare moulds utilising the following: a. Gaskets b. Ancillary Fittings Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • g. understand how to install cages into the mould - Delivery guidance:
    • understand correct positioning of the cage
    • understand how to check the cage has correct cover
    • understand that usage of additional spacers may be necessary
    • recognise faults with cage where required Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • h. explain how to place concrete into the mould - Delivery guidance:
    • understand the control of addition of concrete
    • understand the operating of vibrators and compactors
    • understand the compaction process
    • recognise if the concrete meets quality requirements Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • i. describe the curing chamber process - Delivery guidance:
    • describe how the mould passes to a transfer trolley and into the curing chamber
    • of the curing process
    • recognise and identify safety elements around curing chamber such as: o Exclusion Zones o Interlocking doors o Light barriers o Emergency stop buttons Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • j. understand how to open the mould safely and how to demould the segment - Delivery guidance:
    • understand how to demould the segment using the site-specific process. Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • k. understand how the segments are lifted, turned, transported, stacked and kept in storage - Delivery guidance:
    • how cured segments are lifted, turned, transported, stacked and kept in storage Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test
  • l. explain how to utilise a clean-out station - Delivery guidance:
    • identify and understand how to clean the following elements of the clean-out station: o Mould o Flying Bucket/Hopper o Working Line
    • explain the importance of removing residue concrete
    • demonstrate safe use of the appropriate hand and pneumatic tools Assessment criteria:
    • This LO would be assessed as part of the multi-choice assessment Assessment specification:
    • 80% Pass mark required of the 20 Questions in the final test