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Erect and install signs

Erect and install signs

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCSG3017
State Code
BBA85
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/09/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/01/2017
Field of Education
040325 - Painting, Decorating And Sign Writing
Original Release Date
23/01/2017
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and install signs to surfaces and structures, safely and according to client requirements. The unit supports installers of signs working in a range of settings who must ensure appropriate permits are in place prior to erecting a sign, that the surface is suitable for installing the sign, and that appropriate fasteners and fixings have been selected for the task. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for installation processes.
  • 1.1 Job requirements are identified from work instructions and confirmed with relevant personnel.
  • 1.2 Characteristics and dimensions of sign are identified and weight of sign is calculated and applied to planning.
  • 1.3 Research is undertaken to determine the need for local authority permits to install sign, client is informed, and relevant permissions obtained or sighted before starting work.
  • 1.4 Detailed installation drawings are obtained and confirmed.
  • 1.5 Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks according to job requirements, checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.
  • 1.6 Health and safety requirements are identified and applied to planning.
  • 1.7 Sequence of tasks is determined and confirmed with relevant personnel.
2 Assess installation site.
  • 2.1 Work site is assessed and need for engineering risk assessment is identified with relevant personnel and obtained where appropriate to confirm structural integrity of supporting background before starting work.
  • 2.2 Site plans are sourced and location of assets, services and infrastructure beneath and around installation site are identified.
  • 2.3 Condition of surface is assessed and need for remedial work is identified.
  • 2.4 Remedial work if required is undertaken or referred to relevant personnel for action according to job requirements.
3 Prepare to secure sign.
  • 3.1 Surface is cleaned and prepared according to planned material application.
  • 3.2 Sign is positioned on site, checked for quality, and identified faults are rectified before installation.
4 Secure sign to surface, as required.
  • 4.1 Location for sign is confirmed against drawings and position is marked out for installation.
  • 4.2 Marked locations are checked to be level and errors in measurements and calculations are rectified before sign is installed.
  • 4.3 Sign is positioned and secured with fasteners and fixings according to manufacturer specifications, specified tolerances, job requirements and safety procedures.
5 Secure freestanding sign, as required.
  • 5.1 Location for support materials is marked out on site according to job requirements.
  • 5.2 Footings for sign are created to specified depth according to job requirements and sign characteristics.
  • 5.3 Anchor bolts are inserted and holes are filled with concrete and finished to job requirements.
  • 5.4 Support poles are inserted, fixed into position, and checked for levelling using levelling tools.
  • 5.5 Sign is secured to poles using specified fastenings and fixings, and checked for stability, and faults are rectified or reported to relevant personnel.
6 Finalise work and clean up.
  • 6.1 Installation is checked to ensure it is level, and faults in installation process are identified and rectified or reported to relevant personnel.
  • 6.2 Appropriate colour and type of paint are applied to visible fastenings and fixings to a professional standard and according to job requirements.
  • 6.3 Sign and surrounding area are cleaned and waste materials are removed according to statutory and regulatory authority requirements.
  • 6.4 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are cleaned, maintained and stored according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9526 CPCCSI2007A Apply fasteners and fixings Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDJ3 CPC30216 Certificate III in Signs and Graphics Qualification