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Identify and use stone products

Identify and use stone products

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCST2006
State Code
OCP58
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
040309 - Bricklaying And Stonemasonry
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
4
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to identify, select and cut suitable natural stone for both off-site and in situ installation.This unit is suitable for people with basic skills and knowledge who undertake routine stonemasonry work tasks 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 industrymeets 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.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret relevant information to identify and use stone products from specifications, standards and codes.
  • 1.2 Interpret and follow relevant information from workplace safety and environmental documentation and workplace procedures.
  • 1.3 Clarify job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.
  • 1.4 Identify potential hazards and implement control measures.
  • 1.5 Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or faults to relevant person.
  • 1.6 Check conformity of materials against the job requirements.
2 Identify types and characteristics of stone.
  • 2.1 Identify and match architectural styles, natural and manufactured stone and functions of stone products to job specifications.
  • 2.2 Identify sources of stone and manufacturing and quarrying techniques for production of natural and manufactured stone.
  • 2.3 Identify key features and patterns in stone.
  • 2.4 Identify defects in stone and the effect on their functions.
  • 2.5 Identify methods, processes and plant and tools used to manufacture stone products.
3 Saw stone
  • 3.1 Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 3.2 Apply manual handling techniques when positioning stone on cutting machine.
  • 3.3 Secure stone, align cuts and operate equipment and tools to saw stone.
  • 3.4 Cut stone to size and design and take measures to minimise silica dust.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environment requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI758 CPCCST2006A Identify and use stone products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC8 CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways Qualification
BGE7 CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry Qualification