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Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate

Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCWC3002
State Code
OCP20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
4.00
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 and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate. 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 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 Prepare work area for installation.
  • 2.1 Prepare work area and arch substrate for application of sheeting.
  • 2.2 Check timber/steel wall framing for straightness and plumb and rectify or report any faults.
3 Fix plasterboard and fibre cement products to arch substrate.
  • 3.1 Measure and mark materials to work requirements and for minimal wastage.
  • 3.2 Cut sheets to fit with clearances.
  • 3.3 Fix sheets with mechanical fastenings or combined adhesive/ fasteners.
4 Joint and finish materials.
  • 4.1 Apply additional design details and features.
  • 4.2 Install beading to design requirements.
  • 4.3 Complete jointing and finishing of plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9605 CPCCWC3002A Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arches Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD5 CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining Qualification