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Manually sand plaster work

Manually sand plaster work

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPB3010
State Code
OCQ27
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
040317 - Plastering
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to hand sand joints in plaster walls, ceilings and cornices. A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without 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 unit 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, determine required level of finish, and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each stage of the task.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults that may affect the safe operation of the equipment, tag equipment and set aside.
2 Sand joints.
  • 2.1 Check that joints are dry and fully cured.
  • 2.2 Set up sanding floats, dust suppression/protection, and warning signs and barricades.
  • 2.3 Sand plaster work to required standard of finish, including taking care not to over-sand.
3 Inspect and complete work.
  • 3.1 Inspect completed sanding work for specified level of finish.
  • 3.2 Carefully brush down sanded area with soft bristle brush.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9450 CPCCPB3010A Manually sand plaster work Unit of competency