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Install portable fire equipment

Install portable fire equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPFS2022
State Code
OCO36
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install and commission (excluding internal components inspections) of portable fire extinguishers, fire blankets and signage on new or existing, domestic or commercial structures. In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan the work.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine portable fire equipment requirements from relevant job plans and specifications, codes, Australian Standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Identify and apply workplace, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify extinguishing agents, weight and materials.
  • 1.4 Calculate and order materials and portable fire equipment.
  • 1.5 Determine priorities and plan and sequence tasks with others on site.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Check portable fire equipment against relevant job plans and specifications, codes, Australian Standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements, delivery docket and order form and report faults, as appropriate.
  • 2.3 Select and check the serviceability of appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.4 Prepare work area to support efficient installation of portable fire equipment.
3 Install portable fire equipment.
  • 3.1 Set out installation location ensuring it is free of obstruction.
  • 3.2 Perform installation of supports, fixings and signage.
  • 3.3 Perform installation and verify working order of portable fire equipment.
  • 3.4 Commission installation according to yearly requirement of AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment.
  • 3.5 Complete installation or service report and submit within specified timeframes.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF869 CPCPFS2022A Install portable fire equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC1 CPC32820 Certificate III in Fire Protection Qualification