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Plan demolition work to minimise risk to health, safety and environment

Plan demolition work to minimise risk to health, safety and environment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE4002
State Code
OCQ73
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
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
85
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan large demolition projects, including but not limited to structures or installations above 15 metres, to minimise environmental, public health and safety impact. It includes interpreting and meeting relevant compliance requirements and developing and implementing proactive measures to exceed them where possible.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.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to demolition work in different states and territories. Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant regulatory authorities.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assess potential impacts of demolition tasks.
  • 1.1 Determine environmental and public health and safety compliance requirements for the demolition site and geographic locality.
  • 1.2 Determine potential impacts on public health and safety.
2 Implement measures to minimise impacts of demolition work on the environment.
  • 2.1 Investigate, select and incorporate strategies into procedures to minimise impacts on air quality.
  • 2.2 Investigate, select and incorporate strategies into procedures to minimise water wastage and impacts on stormwater.
  • 2.3 Investigate, select and incorporate strategies into procedures to minimise energy wastage and employ renewable energy technologies.
  • 2.4 Investigate, select and incorporate strategies into procedures to minimise material wastage and to ensure safe disposal of hazardous and waste materials.
3 Identify measures to minimise impacts of demolition work on the public.
  • 3.1 Interpret and amend strategies regarding site containment, exclusion and signage strategies to minimise impacts on the public and to maximise employee awareness.
  • 3.2 Interpret and amend strategies regarding pedestrian and traffic management plan for site and site perimeter to minimise risks to the public.
  • 3.3 Interpret and amend strategies regarding fall prevention for both personnel and materials to minimise risks to site personnel and the public.
  • 3.4 Interpret and amend strategies regarding noise, air pollution and vibration management to minimise impact on the public.
4 Develop demolition work plans.
  • 4.1 Interpret documentation to develop demolition work plans.
  • 4.2 Confirm personnel and staff availability are sufficient for work plans.
5 Brief team and supervise implementation of impact minimisation strategies.
  • 5.1 Consult with demolition teams to confirm strategies for minimising impact of demolition work on the environment and on public health and safety.
  • 5.2 Distribute amended safe work method statements (SWMS) and invite and respond to questions, as required.
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State Code National Code Title Type
BGC5 CPC41020 Certificate IV in Demolition Qualification