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Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work

Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPB3018
State Code
OCN80
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
15
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to machine sand plaster joints in walls and ceilings.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, determine required standard of finish, and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select and use related 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.
2 Mechanically sand joints and screw heads.
  • 2.1 Select sanding grit to minimise liner paper damage, set up sanding equipment, leads and dust protection.
  • 2.2 Use stance and posture to hold and manipulate sanding equipment to minimise manual handling risks.
  • 2.3 Complete sanding joints and screw heads to required standard of finish, taking care to not over-sand.
  • 2.4 Inspect completed sanding work for quality.
  • 2.5 Report any sand-through areas.
  • 2.6 Brush down sanded area.
3 Clean up.
  • 3.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 3.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9458 CPCCPB3018A Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD5 CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining Qualification