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Use solid plastering tools and equipment

Use solid plastering tools and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCSP2002
State Code
OCN59
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
040317 - Plastering
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
64
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely select, check, use and store tools and equipment for solid plastering. The unit is suitable for people with basic skills and knowledge who undertake routine 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 unit 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 solid plastering 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, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each part of the task.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
2 Select and check tools and equipment.
  • 2.1 Select tools and equipment for the task based on their functions and limitations, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 2.2 Check power tools and electrical leads are tested and tagged.
  • 2.3 Conduct pre-operational checks on tools and equipment to manufacturers’ specifications.
  • 2.4 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 Follow start-up and shut-down procedures.
  • 3.2 Use tools and equipment, applying safe work practices to perform solid plastering task.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear work area, dispose of materials, and reuse or recycle in compliance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9542 CPCCSP2002A Use solid plastering tools and equipment Unit of competency