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Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets

Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPB3001
State Code
OCM64
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
040313 - Ceiling, Wall And Floor Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to fix standard plasterboard wall sheets to comply with manufacturers’ and job specifications. A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.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 CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, legislative and/or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some states/territories.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions, determine sign-off requirements, plan sequence of work and complete notifications.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), 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, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Collect evidence that the carpenter has completed the substrate to be plaster ready.
  • 1.6 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults that may affect the safe operation of the equipment, tag equipment and set aside.
  • 1.7 Select materials required for task, including insulation, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Plan and cut wall sheets.
  • 2.1 Determine work sequences, fixing processes and back blocking wall sheets from manufacturers’ specifications and AS/NZS2589 Gypsum linings - application and finishing.
  • 2.2 Match sheet size to wall dimensions.
  • 2.3 Plan cuts to locate joints over windows and doors to minimise effects of movement.
  • 2.4 Plan cutting process to minimise dust exposure.
  • 2.5 Mark cables without brackets as directed.
  • 2.6 Follow manufacturers’ specifications for cutting process and provision for penetrations.
  • 2.7 Cut sheets to minimise waste and number of joints, maximise board use, and leave openings for power points.
3 Fix standard wall sheets.
  • 3.1 Hang and fix sheets using manual handling techniques and following manufacturers’ specifications, ensuring the sheets have appropriate gap from the floor.
  • 3.2 Check work to ensure stop-up activities can be easily completed.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 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
W9441 CPCCPB3001A Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets Unit of competency