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Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry

Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBL3017
State Code
OCQ77
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 apply repointing and decorative tuck pointing for joint finishes to masonry on different types and styles of buildings. This unit applies to bricklayers, and stonemasons who work on new, existing and heritage 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 Plan and prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Select, correctly fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 1.2 Read and interpret brickwork tuck pointing and repointing requirements from work instructions, standards and codes.
  • 1.3 Follow relevant information from work workplace safety, workplace procedures and environmental documentation.
  • 1.4 Use measurements and apply formulas to calculate material quantities.
  • 1.5 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in conjunction 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.
2 Prepare brickwork surfaces.
  • 2.1 Remove individual loose or broken bricks.
  • 2.2 Match and replace broken bricks.
  • 2.3 Scrap mortar joints to specified depth.
  • 2.4 Clean brickwork surface and joints in preparation for tuck pointing and repointing.
  • 2.5 Form an indent key to bond with joint finishing material.
  • 2.6 Prepare mortar/putty to required colour and mix.
3 Carry out tuck pointing and repointing.
  • 3.1 Apply decorative tuck pointing to bed and perpendicular joints to specified depth and shape.
  • 3.2 Repoint masonry joints ensuring that bed and perpendicular joints are compacted and full.
  • 3.3 Remove excess putty/mortar.
  • 3.4 Repair any imperfections and lightly brush down brickwork.
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 any damage or faults.
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9336 CPCCBL3017A Carry out tuck pointing to brickwork Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD8 CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying Qualification
BGE7 CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry Qualification