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Assemble internal shopfitting units and prepare for transport

Assemble internal shopfitting units and prepare for transport

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCSHP3004
State Code
OCM27
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
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to assemble internal pre-cut components in an off-site manufacturing premises. It includes attaching fittings to the shopfitting units and preparing them for safe transport to the installation worksite.It applies to shopfitters involved in the final production stages of assembling shopfitting units prior to installation on a commercial site.Individuals at this level take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of publication.Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to assemble internal shopfitting units.
  • 1.1 Identify, read and interpret job requirements from plans and specifications.
  • 1.2 Apply organisational quality procedures and processes for assembling shopfitting units.
  • 1.3 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others in the workplace.
  • 1.4 Identify workplace hazards and conditions and implement risk control measures following work health and safety requirements.
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the task.
  • 1.6 Select tools and equipment for the task, check for serviceability, rectify and report faults.
  • 1.7 Identify components for shopfitting units, safely handle and locate ready for assembling.
2 Assemble carcase.
  • 2.1 Assemble carcase with faces and edges flush, and secure joints with specified fixings.
  • 2.2 Square carcase, temporary brace and fix back, position and install shelves and mullions/divisions.
  • 2.3 Square and wind adjoining surfaces, close fit face panels flush with surfaces.
  • 2.4 Position and fix plinth or kicker to specified location.
  • 2.5 Prepare and secure external fixed panels to carcase using specified method and fixings.
3 Fit bench and assemble and fit drawers.
  • 3.1 Assemble bench or countertop components in preparation for installation.
  • 3.2 Position bench or countertop on carcase to specified dimensions and fix using specified fixings and fasteners.
  • 3.3 Edge drawer fronts, assemble drawers with bottoms fitted and fixed, and fit handles.
  • 3.4 Determine drawer runner type from job requirements and install to manufacturer specifications.
  • 3.5 Apply specified clearances to install drawers parallel to carcase bottom.
4 Fit doors.
  • 4.1 Edge doors and drill for and fix hinges and handles.
  • 4.2 Hang doors to carcase with faces flush and allow specified clearances.
  • 4.3 Sand surface edge finishes to job requirements and clean unit in preparation for coated finish.
5 Prepare units for transport.
  • 5.1 Disassemble internal shopfitting units that are too large for transport or too heavy for safe lifting into smaller components and sections.
  • 5.2 Determine and arrange packaging requirements for smaller and separate components.
  • 5.3 Label disassembled components and sections, and place in a safe and appropriate area ready for collection.
  • 5.4 Number and locate assembly diagram for inclusion in delivery instructions.
  • 5.5 Safely store shopfitting units and components to avoid damage to surfaces.
6 Clean up.
  • 6.1 Clean tools, equipment and machinery, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.
  • 6.2 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.
  • 6.3 Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBB03 CPCCSH3004 Assemble internal shopfitting units and prepare for transport Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD2 CPC30120 Certificate III in Shopfitting Qualification