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Demolish shopfronts and bulkheads

Demolish shopfronts and bulkheads

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCSHP3009
State Code
OCM22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to demolish sections of existing shop buildings and to dispose of demolished materials and waste. It includes completing the required demolition work to schedule and following specific plans and specifications.It applies to shopfitters who demolish old shop building components to make alterations, extensions and additions to the shop. Work may be completed onsite concurrently with other shopfitting work that must be scheduled to accommodate client requirements, the shop when it is operational, and the requirements of other shopfitters and associated contractors.This demolition work is limited to non-load-bearing shop building structures, including:external walls and claddingsuspended ceiling structuresshopfronts and glazed sectionsjoinery and fixtureshigh level bulkheads.Individuals at this level take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan shop demolition work.
  • 1.1 Identify, read and interpret shopfront demolition details from plans and specifications, and confirm against job requirements.
  • 1.2 Interpret and apply organisational quality assurance requirements appropriate for scope of work.
  • 1.3 Determine designated demolition area of shopfront and bulkhead, identify hazards and assess risks.
  • 1.4 Establish, and confirm with team members, risk management and hazard control measures and manage the status of existing services.
  • 1.5 Apply and document health, safety and environmental requirements for the worksite and for individual demolition tasks.
  • 1.6 Sequence and schedule demolition tasks in consultation with team members, others onsite and client, to ensure work is completed within given timeframe.
  • 1.7 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the task.
  • 1.8 Select plant, tools and equipment suited to the demolition work, check for serviceability, and rectify and report faults.
  • 1.9 Arrange and organise scaffolding and lifting equipment to meet job requirements.
  • 1.10 Plan the handling, removal and disposal of identified demolition materials to meet work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
2 Prepare demolition worksite.
  • 2.1 Erect hoardings, barricades and signage as specified in work instructions.
  • 2.2 Erect and check scaffolding, fall protection and props to ensure they are installed against demolition plan.
  • 2.3 Set out and mark building components to be demolished and removed.
  • 2.4 Check site preparation and safety meet workplace safety and environmental requirements before starting work.
  • 2.5 Cover and protect existing structure, furniture and equipment from dust and damage.
  • 2.6 Identify, isolate or disconnect services for safety and to avoid damage.
3 Apply demolition procedures.
  • 3.1 Assess individual tasks immediately before demolition work to identify potential hazards, and review and amend safety procedures in consultation with relevant personnel.
  • 3.2 Install propping required to prevent collapse of overhead non-load-bearing elements.
  • 3.3 Follow demolition procedures for safely dismantling and demolishing building structure.
  • 3.4 Handle and remove demolished materials using appropriate handling techniques from location to designated storage area or skip bin.
  • 3.5 Handle, store and stack demolished materials and components identified for salvage ready for reuse or transport.
  • 3.6 Maintain effective verbal and non-verbal communication, including the use of mobile technology, with team members and others onsite to monitor and manage demolition procedures.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean and maintain tools and equipment and rectify and report faults.
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA95 CPCCSH3009 Demolish shopfronts and bulkheads Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD2 CPC30120 Certificate III in Shopfitting Qualification