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Assemble and install stairs

Assemble and install stairs

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCJS3003
State Code
OCQ45
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
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to set out, assemble and install prepared components of straight flight stairs, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. 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 Measure stairwell, check against drawings and make adjustments or report issues.
  • 1.7 Check stair components to identify, rectify and/or report imperfections and variances from specifications.
2 Assemble and fix stringers and newel posts.
  • 2.1 Assemble and fix or temporarily support all stringers in position.
  • 2.2 Assemble and fix newel posts in position.
  • 2.3 Brace assembled stringers and newel posts temporarily in a vertical position.
3 Install treads and risers.
  • 3.1 Cut manufactured treads and risers to length, fit and fix to assembly, and check top flight to be true and square.
  • 3.2 Fit and wedge intermediate treads and risers to fit tight to housings.
4 Assemble and install landings.
  • 4.1 Fit and fix landing joists to level.
  • 4.2 Fit and fix nosing and flooring to specified finish and fit, and fix fascia to landing.
5 Install balustrade.
  • 5.1 Fit balusters and check for plumb.
  • 5.2 Put newel posts in position, check for plumb, and fix.
  • 5.3 Fit and check height of handrails, and fix.
6 Finish stair installation and clean up.
  • 6.1 Check assembled stairs for quality.
  • 6.2 Clear area and remove waste material.
  • 6.3 Fit glue blocks to treads and risers.
  • 6.4 Display signs to prevent use of stairs until adhesives have dried.
  • 6.5 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9418 CPCCJS3003A Assemble and install stairs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD6 CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery Qualification