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Carry out profile work

Carry out profile work

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCST3022
State Code
OCP34
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
28
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out profile work on the edges of soft and hard stone using profiling machinery, equipment and tools. It includes producing templates in various materials and transferring patterns onto stone.This unit applies to stonemasons who work independently or in a team and operate machinery relating to stonemasonry profile work in a workshop setting, on a new or existing structure. 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 Plan and prepare.
  • 1.1 Read, interpret and apply profile work requirements from job and work instructions, standards and codes.
  • 1.2 Follow relevant information from workplace procedures, workplace safety and environmental documentation.
  • 1.3 Select tools and equipment and check for damage and faults.
  • 1.4 Check materials comply with job requirements and place in position ready for the work.
2 Develop patterns.
  • 2.1 Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 2.2 Transfer dimension from drawing and mark on stone using established datum points for profile set out.
  • 2.3 Choose most appropriate dressing method for type of stone.
  • 2.4 Carry out calculation to develop true shape for profile mould.
  • 2.5 Set out patterns accurately for profile mould, reverse mould and bed mould to dimensions and specified shapes.
  • 2.6 Determine allowances for fabrication processes, working off template, and transfer to bed mould.
3 Shape and profile stone.
  • 3.1 Adjust and use power cutting tools to cut patterns for templates.
  • 3.2 Cut template material to size minimising waste and trim to specifications.
  • 3.3 Set up and adjust equipment and position and secure stone into place on cutting machine table ready for operation.
  • 3.4 Set cutters and carry out initial cutting process.
  • 3.5 Change cutters during operation to align with the profiling process.
  • 3.6 Locate and align bed template with stone and machine operation.
  • 3.7 Set up equipment allowing for thickness of template and gauges.
  • 3.8 Operate equipment and accurately shape and profile stone.
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
WI766 CPCCST3022A Carry out profile work Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE7 CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry Qualification