Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Demolition
Certificate III in Demolition
CPC30413
J785
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 17/01/2017 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 17/01/2014 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of specialist demolition workers who dismantle and demolish public, residential, commercial and industrial buildings of all types, and process the resulting materials for salvage, recycling and waste disposal.
Occupational titles could include:
Demolition worker
Demolition plant operator
Demolition leading hand.
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.
Pathways information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULESTo achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
Eighteen (18) units of competency:
- eight (8) core units
- ten (10) elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- a minimum of eight (8) and up to ten (10) units from the elective units list
- up to two (2) of the units may be chosen from other Certificate III or Certificate IV qualifications in CPC08 or another current Training Package or accredited course.
Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification. Users are referred to the list of CPC08 units with prerequisite unit requirements available in this Training Package for this purpose.
LICENSING/REGULATORY INFORMATION
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to demolition work in different States and Territories. Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant regulatory authorities.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WI745 | CPCCDE3019A | Demolish small buildings and structures using hand tools and small plant and equipment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WI742 | CPCCDE3016A | Identify hazards on demolition sites and apply risk management strategies | 35 | Unit of competency |
| W9370 | CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WI743 | CPCCDE3017A | Select and use hand tools and equipment for demolition tasks | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WI744 | CPCCDE3018A | Select and use small plant and equipment for demolition tasks | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WI746 | CPCCDE3020A | Select and use tools and equipment for hot work in the demolition industry | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WE987 | CPCCCM2010B | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective units
Ten (10) units to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D393 | CPC30411 | Certificate III in Demolition | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGC3 | CPC30420 | Certificate III in Demolition | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
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