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Demolish small buildings and structures using hand tools and small plant and equipment

Demolish small buildings and structures using hand tools and small plant and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE3019
State Code
OCP63
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and use hand tools, small plant and equipment safely and effectively to demolish small buildings and structures. Manual demolition processes include dismantling or demolishing and removing materials and component parts of a building or structure using only hand tools, small plant and equipment.The unit applies to workers performing on-site specialist demolition work using powered small plant and equipment on public, residential, commercial and industrial buildings. 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 industrymeets this requirement.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to demolition work in different states and territories. Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant regulatory authorities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Obtain work instructions using required information, confirm and apply to planning and preparation.
  • 1.2 Complete tasks according to regulatory, legislative and workplace policies and requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify and apply work health and safety (WHS) requirements to task planning.
  • 1.4 Select and check hand tools, small plant and equipment to carry out tasks consistent with job requirements, check for serviceability, and rectify and report faults before work begins.
  • 1.5 Identify environmental requirements for the project.
  • 1.6 Identity, select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE).
2 Prepare demolition site.
  • 2.1 Confirm demolition tasks and determine requirements of site demolition plan.
  • 2.2 Conduct site inspection to determine condition of worksite and surrounds before work begins.
  • 2.3 Obtain confirmation from supervisor and regulatory authorities that relevant services have been disconnected and identify services that will remain live on the demolition site.
  • 2.4 Identify hazardous material for separate handling.
  • 2.5 Identify requirements for safe work at heights, including fall protection devices, and ensure these are installed.
  • 2.6 Ensure small plant and equipment are positioned in operating locations and arrange appropriate exclusion zones and traffic control.
  • 2.7 Protect and secure site according to compliance requirements and unauthorised access is prevented.
3 Dismantle or demolish building components.
  • 3.1 Dismantle or demolish and remove building components in a directed sequence according to site demolition plan and safe work method statements (SWMS).
  • 3.2 Operate selected types of small plant to carry out demolition of building components.
  • 3.3 Maintain communication with team members during the demolition process.
  • 3.4 Monitor worksite conditions and progress in consultation with team members and stop work or adjust techniques as required.
4 Sort and store demolition materials and waste.
  • 4.1 Relocate removed components to storage or disposal area.
  • 4.2 Handle materials and building components safely and effectively using selected material handling techniques.
  • 4.3 Identify materials and components for salvaging and handle, store and stack these ready for transport according to standard material handling practices.
5 Clean up work area.
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI745 CPCCDE3019A Demolish small buildings and structures using hand tools and small plant and equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTU0 CPC30426 Certificate III in Demolition Qualification
BGC3 CPC30420 Certificate III in Demolition Qualification