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Finish stone

Finish stone

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCST2003
State Code
OCM69
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
040309 - Bricklaying And Stonemasonry
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to cut and finish both hard and soft stone. It includes determining stone hardness prior to cutting and finishing stone.The unit is suitable for people with basic skills and knowledge who undertake routine stonemasonry work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.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 industrymeets 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, interpret and apply finish stone requirements from current plans, specifications, standards and codes and confirm information with relevant person.
  • 1.2 Follow requirements in workplace safety and environmental documentation and workplace procedures.
  • 1.3 Clarify job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with other workers.
  • 1.4 Identify potential hazards and implement control measures.
  • 1.5 Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or faults to relevant person.
  • 1.6 Check conformity of materials against the job requirements and place stone ready for the work.
  • 1.7 Identify stone hardness using Mohs scale of mineral hardness.
2 Cut stone.
  • 2.1 Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 2.2 Mark stone and position onto cutting table to obtain maximum efficiency in cutting.
  • 2.3 Align stone to cutting blade and secure in position to ensure stability.
  • 2.4 Adjust machinery to maximum depth of cut for size of stone.
  • 2.5 Apply coolant as required for stone and job requirements.
  • 2.6 Use primary and secondary cutting machines appropriate to their cutting capacity.
3 Polish stone.
  • 3.1 Prepare stone with adhesives or fillers.
  • 3.2 Set up and operate polishing heads.
  • 3.3 Polish stone using various hand-operated and static polishing machines.
  • 3.4 Apply adhesives, tinting for fillers and reinforcing materials to job requirements.
  • 3.5 Clean stone face surfaces and apply finishes.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9553 CPCCST2003A Finish stone Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE7 CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry Qualification