Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 2:20 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Construct ceiling frames

Construct ceiling frames

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCCA3005
State Code
OCM76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set-out, construct and erect timber ceiling frames to accommodate ceiling joists, hanging beams, strutting beams, combined hanging/strutting beams, and combined strutting/counter beams, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes selection of members and setting out of ceiling frames in conjunction with roof members.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 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, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.3 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 1.4 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each part of the task.
  • 1.5 Inspect work site, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.6 Select ceiling frame materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Set out ceiling.
  • 2.1 Identify rafter positions for roof type and set out on top plates to determine ceiling joist positions.
  • 2.2 Set out location of ceiling joists on the top plate to specifications and spacing requirements of ceiling lining.
  • 2.3 Design and set out for ceiling joist support members to meet the requirements of AS 1684 Residential timber-framed construction.
  • 2.4 Cut and install ceiling joists, trimmers, hanging beams, counter beams, strutting beams and combinations of these components as per AS 1684.
3 Clean up.
  • 3.1 Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal and materials handling.
  • 3.2 Check, maintain and store tools and equipment and report any faults.
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE976 CPCCCA3005B Construct ceiling frames Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGB8 CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry Qualification