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Use roof tiling tools and equipment

Use roof tiling tools and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCRT2002
State Code
OCO44
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040315 - Roof Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
44
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively use hand and power tools and equipment for roof tiling.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge working under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to use roof tiling tools and equipment.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each stage of the task.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
2 Select and check tools and equipment.
  • 2.1 Identify functions and limitations of tools and equipment used in roof tiling.
  • 2.2 Select tools and equipment for the task based on their functions and limitations, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 2.3 Check that power tools and electrical leads are tested and tagged.
  • 2.4 Conduct pre-operational checks on tools and equipment to manufacturers’ specifications.
  • 2.5 Examine power tools and equipment to ensure guards are fitted and working, blades and attachments are secured, and switches are operational.
3 Use tools and equipment.
  • 3.1 Connect power and/or compressed air supply to work area.
  • 3.2 Perform start up and shut down procedures in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
  • 3.3 Use tools safely and effectively according to manufacturers’ specifications.
  • 3.4 Switch-off and locate tools safely when not in immediate use.
  • 3.5 Inspect, maintain and tag tools and equipment and report any faults.
  • 3.6 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9491 CPCCRT2002A Use roof tiling tools and equipment Unit of competency