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Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems

Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPB3015
State Code
OCQ26
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
20
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install wall and ceiling systems that satisfy environmental requirements in terms of acoustic ratings and energy efficiency ratings in accordance with sustainable building practices.It includes planning and preparation for work, installation of insulation to wall cavities and plenum, installation of acoustic systems and completion of post work clean-up activities.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 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.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 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, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 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.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Install blanket insulation to walls.
  • 2.1 Determine stud configuration for installation processes.
  • 2.2 Install safety wire mesh.
  • 2.3 Install insulating blanket in full length runs where practicable or, if joined, make joints at centre of frame member.
  • 2.4 Abut adjacent runs of blanket insulation with closed joints.
3 Install acoustic systems.
  • 3.1 Select specified acoustic materials in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications for walls and ceiling.
  • 3.2 Select specified acoustic plaster sheeting and acoustic ceiling tiles in accordance with manufacturers' weighted sound reduction index (RW rating).
  • 3.3 Fix and seal acoustic plaster sheeting and acoustic tiles to walls and ceiling.
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
W9455 CPCCPB3015A Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems Unit of competency