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Lay multi-thickness walls and piers

Lay multi-thickness walls and piers

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBL3006
State Code
OCQ47
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
40
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to lay multi-thickness walls and piers. It includes laying masonry walls in different brick bonds and laying engaged and isolated piers.This unit applies to bricklayers and blocklayers who work on a new or existing structures. It is suitable for people operating with some autonomy. A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without needing 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 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 Prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 1.2 Read, interpret and apply multi-thickness wall and pier construction requirements from current plans, specifications, standards and codes.
  • 1.3 Follow requirements in workplace safety and environmental documentation and workplace procedures.
  • 1.4 Use measurements and apply formulas to calculate material quantities.
  • 1.5 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.
  • 1.6 Identify potential hazards and determine and implement control measures.
  • 1.7 Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or faults to relevant person.
  • 1.8 Check conformity of materials against the specifications and place materials in preparation for the work.
2 Set out brickwork.
  • 2.1 Identify brick bond from plans and set out and mark position of brickwork on footing.
  • 2.2 Set out engaged and isolated piers to specified height and gauge.
3 Construct walls and piers.
  • 3.1 Mix mortar quality and consistency to job requirements.
  • 3.2 Lay walls with engaged piers straight, level and plumb.
  • 3.3 Lay isolated piers square and plumb to the specified height maintaining gauge.
  • 3.4 Remove excess mortar prior to drying.
  • 3.5 Finish joints to specified profile and depth.
  • 3.6 Brush down and clean brickwork prior to mortar drying.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in 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
W9325 CPCCBL3006A Lay multi-thickness walls and piers Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD8 CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying Qualification