TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

NATIONAL ASSESSMENT

for

MASONRY NC II

ASSESSOR’S GUIDE
NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION ARRANGEMENTS

1. To attain the National Qualification of MASONRY NC II, the candidate must

demonstrate competence in all the units listed below. Successful candidate shall
be awarded a National Certificate signed by the TESDA Director General.

Unit Code BASIC COMPETENCIES

400311210 Participate in workplace communication

400311211 Work in a team environment
400311212 Solve/address general workplace problems
400311213 Develop career and life decisions
400311214 Contribute to workplace innovation
400311215 Present relevant information
400311216 Practice occupational safety and health policies and procedures
400311217 Exercise efficient and effective sustainable practices in the
workplace
400311218 Practice entrepreneurial skills in the workplace

Unit Code COMMON COMPETENCIES

CON931201 Prepare construction materials and tools

CON311201 Observe procedures, specifications and manuals of instruction
CON311203 Perform mensurations and calculations
CON311204 Maintain tools and equipment

Unit Code CORE COMPETENCIES

CON711318 Lay concrete hollow block for structure

CON711319 Plaster wall surface

2. Assessment shall focus on the core units of competency. The basic and common
units are assessed concurrently with the core units.

3. The following are qualified to apply for assessment and certification:

 Graduates of formal, non-formal and informal including enterprise-based

training programs
 Experienced Workers (wage employed or self-employed)

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EVIDENCE PLAN

Qualification: MASONRY NC II
Units of competency  Lay Concrete Hollow Blocks for Structures
covered:  Plaster Wall Surface
Ways in which evidence will be collected:

Demonstration with
Oral Questioning
Observation /
The evidence must show that the candidate …

 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with Rule

1080 of Occupational Safety and Health Standards X

 Reads and interprets drawings and specifications * X

 Selects and prepares materials, tools and equipment consistent with
the job requirements * X
 Establishes location of concrete hollow block wall based on reference
building/wall lines * X
 Installs and marks horizontal / vertical guide for hollow blocks
according to specifications* X

 Installs reinforcing bar / dowel according to job specifications* X

 Spreads mortars on the base /edge of hollow block according to job
specifications* X

 Lays hollow block on the line according to job specifications* X

 Performs constant checking of plumbness and alignment during
hollow block laying * X

 Scrapes excess mortar on joints* X

 Cleans and keeps work site safe following OSHC requirements X
 Performs jointing process in accordance with job specifications* X
 Performs finishing touches according to job specifications * X
 Checks plaster thickness prior to wall surface preparation * X
 Performs wall surface preparation according to established plastering
procedures X

 Performs wall plaster according to established procedures * X

 Cleans work area according to safety and environmental regulations X
NOTE: *Critical aspect of competency

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SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE COMPETENCY ASSESSOR

Qualification: MASONRY NC II
Units of competency  Lay Concrete Hollow Blocks for Structures
covered:  Plaster Wall Surface

1. Group the candidate by two’s. Each candidate shall be rated individually

2. Prepare tools and materials to perform masonry works. Instruct the candidates to
perform the following tasks within six (6) hours.

A. CHB Laying – 3 ½ Hours

 Layout and install guide post
 Cut, bend and install RSB (10mm dia.)
 Mix mortar
 Lay 5 layers of CHB x 3m. span

B. Plastering – 2 ½ hours
 Layout plaster thickness
 Mix mortar
 Plaster wall surface (1 m x 3 m)

3. Assessment shall be based on the units of competency in the Training

Regulations and Evidence Plan and shall focus on the evidence gathering
method below:

 Observation / demonstration with oral questioning

4. Final assessment shall be your responsibility as Accredited Assessor

5. At the end of the assessment, you shall provide the candidate feedback on the
assessment results. The feedback shall indicate whether the candidate is:

 COMPETENT
 NOT YET COMPETENT

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ASSESSMENT GUIDE FOR DEMONSTRATION

A. CHB Laying – 3 ½ Hours

 Layout and install guide post
- Exactness of layout
- plumbness of installed guide post
- accuracy of elevation marking
 Cut, bend and install RSB (10mm dia.)
- Uniformity of cut and bended rebars according to dimension
- Correctness of rebars placement
 Mix mortar
- Check workability and consistency of mix

 Lay 5 layers of CHB x 3m. span

- Check proper spacing of blocks
- Check alignment and plumbness
- Check required cut length of end-blocks

B. Plastering – 2 ½ hours
 Layout plaster thickness
- Exactness of layout
- Check plumbness of layout
 Mix mortar
- Check workability and consistency of mix
 Plaster wall surface (1 m x 3 m)
- Followed required surface preparation (removal of laitance and
dampening)
- Check evenness and smoothness of surface finish

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 STANDARD QUESTIONS WITH ACCEPTABLE ANSWERS FOR
OBSERVATION / DEMONSTRATION

Qualification: MASONRY NC II

Units of Competency  Lay Concrete Hollow Blocks for Structures

Covered:  Plaster Wall Surface

Basic Competencies

1. How would you ensure that you will be effectively understood by your colleagues?

Answer: Use common language, universal language or local dialect.

2. How would you convey information effectively aside from oral communication?

Answer: at least two (2)

 Body Language
 Use of Signage
 Writing
 Hand signals
3. What would you do to perform a job requirement as part of the team?

Answer: at least three (3)

 Cooperate in all activities
 Perform assigned tasks/responsibilities as per instructions
 Ask for help if necessary
 Ask for the clear definition of work assignment
 Share knowledge and skills relevant to the job requirements
4. How do you ensure that you are working effectively with others?

Answer: at least three (3)

 Observe punctuality
 Contribute ideas or share knowledge relevant to the given tasks
 Follow instructions properly
 Perform assigned tasks
 Role modelling
 Get feedbacks
5. What would you do to resolve a problem/issue before applying the proper
solution?

Answer: any of the following

 Determine or evaluate the situation and possible solutions
 Conduct research and/or investigation to conclude possible solutions

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6. If you are asked to recommend one of three materials, tools or equipment for
purchase which has the same technical specifications, what condition would you
consider to be able to select?
Answers: at least two (2)
 Price
 Brand with good reputation
 Good service
 Fast delivery
 Trusted distributor
 Product surveys
7. What are the causes of stress in the workplace?

Answer: any of the following

 Deadlines are too short
 Working over 8 hrs.
 Inadequate competencies to do the job
 Intimidation, harassment, and bullying among colleagues
 Risky work environment
8. How should we act to resolve possible conflicts in the workplace?

Answer: any of the following

 Avoid negative emotional responses
 Think before reacting
 Focus on the problem not on the person to resolve issues
 Understand personality/behavior of each party before resolving conflicts
 Collaborate for a win-win situation
 If necessary, let the authorized personnel to make appropriate decision
 Discuss issues and avoid bias
 Give time to each party involved to cool down at the moment to reduce
tension
9. How do you ensure that procedures for hazards/risks shall be followed?

Answer: Participate in safety drills conducted by the company.

10. What possible type of occupational hazard might be present in the workplace?

Answer: any of the following

 Physical
 Chemical
 Environmental
 Ergonomic
 Psychological
 Biological
11. What would you do to accomplish your work on time?

Answer: Maximize the schedule as needed.

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12. How would you present yourself and be recognized in the workplace?

Answer: any of the following

 Accomplish assigned task with best effort to produce more than the
expected outcome
 Perform the assigned task and deliver the target on or before deadlines.
13. How do we help reduce energy consumption?

Answer: at least two (2)

 Shutdown your computer when finish working
 Use LED bulbs in place of incandescent or fluorescent lamps.
 Unplug idle electronic or electrical devices
 Switch off the lights when not needed
 Buy appliances with good energy rating
 Insulate roofs & ceilings
 Properly seal rooms with air conditioners
 Put shades on windows
14. What problems could arise if we do not protect our ecosystems?

Answer: at least two (2)

 Air pollution can cause the inhalation of all harmful chemicals.
 Water pollution can lead to the intake of harmful bacteria and parasites or
other water-born diseases
 Climate change due to increasing atmospheric temperature
 Living on dirty or unhealthy environment
 Scarcity of food due to dying of plants and animals
Core Competencies

15. What would you do if you need to work above ground?

ANSWER: Ask your supervisor for a working platform to be installed. If none, you must
erect one
16. What would you do if you found out that the concrete block used in wall
construction is defective?
ANSWER: Sort, separate and report for replacement. Proceed to work with acceptable
materials
17. Name some of the common PPE used before getting started to work?
ANSWER: Safety shoes, helmet and body harness
18. What fall protection system aside from scaffolds are used?
ANSWER: Ladder, Guardrails and Safety Harness
19. What would you do if an accident occurred in your work area?
ANSWER: Administer first aid then report immediately to your supervisor.
20. How are heavy materials and hand tools brought above ground or on a higher
level?
ANSWER: By using a chain block, crane or rope and pulley

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21. What would you do if the mortar bedding has initially set before laying CHB?
ANSWER: Remove and replace with a freshly-mixed mortar
22. When can you say that a constructed wall is acceptable?
ANSWER: Plumbness of 1mm / meter height
23. What is the standard gap or measurement between blocks being laid?
ANSWER: 10 mm
24. What would you do if the area to be plastered is uneven?
ANSWER: When the difference between the highest and lowest points is less than half
the plaster thickness, use plumb guide and take the highest point as the reference
to measure plaster thickness. However, if the difference is greater, grind the
highest point until the required difference is attained.
25. What would you do if the scaffolding you were using is short of height in line with
job requirement?
ANSWER: Do not use. Look for a longer size to fit the height.
26. What would you do next after plastering concrete or masonry surface?
ANSWER: Perform curing
27. How frequent do you carry-out water curing?
ANSWER: Depending on the weather condition, If surface is dry, spray water
intermittently
28. When mixing mortar with the one-bagger mechanical mixer, what is the main
reason why water is always placed to the mixer first.

ANSWER: to attain the proper workability of the mix

29. What are the different types of joint finishes used in block laying?
ANSWER:
 v-joint
 concave joint
 flush joint
30. What should be done first before establishing horizontal guide prior to CHB
laying?
ANSWER: Measure the actual height of blocks to determine the spacing between layers

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SUPPLIES, MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Qualification: MASONRY NC II

TOOLS

5 pcs Aluminium bar

5 pcs Claw hammer

6 pcs Flat shovel

2 pcs Hacksaw with blade

5 pcs Hose level (6 meters)

5 pcs Manual bar bender

3 pcs Mixing board, 3’ X 5’

5 pcs Mortar bucket

6 pcs Pointed Shovel

10 pcs Pointed trowel

5 pcs Push-pull rule (3.5 meter)

10 pcs Rubberized wooden float

5 pcs Spirit level (aluminium)

10 pcs Steel float

10 pcs Tie wire twister

MATERIALS

9 bags Cement (Portland)

10 pcs Coco Lumber - 2” x 2” x 10’

1 kg Concrete nail 4”

1 kg CW nails (1 ½ ”)

200 pcs Load Bearing concrete hollow blocks (CHB) 100 x 200 x 400

5 pcs. Nylon string (25 m)

5 pcs Pail

15 pcs Reinforcing steel bar (RSB) (10 mm.)

2 cu m Sand

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 2 kg Tie Wire (Gauge 16)

1000 liters Water

PPE (*candidates will bring their own PPE)

10 pcs Safety helmet

10 pcs Reflectorized vest

- Dust mask*

- Safety shoes*

- Working clothes*

- Working gloves*

SPACE REUIREMENTS 80.0 square meters (m2)

The quantity of tools and equipment to be used for the conduct of assessment for this
Qualification shall depend on the number of candidates. The most important
consideration is to make sure that tools and equipment are adequately provided to all
candidates when needed.

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