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Plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system and fabricate and install sanitary stacks

Plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system and fabricate and install sanitary stacks

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPSN3011
State Code
OCM86
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
09/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system for a three-storey residence.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and identify installation requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine sanitary plumbing system installation requirements from plans, job specifications, codes, relevant Australian Standards, manufacturers’ instructions and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Identify and apply workplace, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.3 Plan and record layout of sanitary plumbing system.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Select appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
3 Install and test sanitary stack.
  • 3.1 Set out sanitary stack.
  • 3.2 Locate and install fixings and supports.
  • 3.3 Fabricate, join and install stacks.
  • 3.4 Test sanitary stack installation.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state or territory legislation and workplace requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF959 CPCPSN3023A Fabricate and install sanitary stacks Unit of competency
WF957 CPCPSN3011B Plan layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC2 CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing Qualification