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Work safely on roofs

Work safely on roofs

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPCM2055
State Code
OCO78
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
09/12/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to work safely on roofing 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 Identify work requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine working safely on roofs requirements from relevant job plans and specifications, codes, Australian standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret and follow organisational work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.3 Inspect fall prevention and fall arrest equipment for serviceability, ensuring adequacy for work.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Select and check serviceability of appropriate tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.3 Select and erect appropriate signage and barricades.
3 Install and use fall prevention system.
  • 3.1 Install fall prevention and use fall arrest equipment according to manufacturer's, workplace and regulatory requirements.
  • 3.2 Check fall prevention and fall arrest safety systems periodically for compliance with manufacturer’s requirements, regulations and report any faults in accordance with workplace policies and procedures.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Dismantle fall prevention and fall arrest safety system according to sequence and remove from work area.
  • 4.2 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.3 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
WF843 CPCPCM2055A Work safely on roofs Unit of competency