Unit of competency Outline

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Clean walls, ceilings and fittings

Clean walls, ceilings and fittings

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO3112
State Code
ODO79
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake regular or periodic cleaning of walls, ceiling surfaces and their fittings from ground level. It includes assessing the walls, ceilings and fittings to identify the type of soil present, and then selecting cleaning methods, equipment and cleaning agents. Walls, ceiling and fitting surfaces are cleaned using standard and extension equipment to ensure they are free from soil, cobwebs and dust.Ceiling surfaces can be flat, suspended or raked, and made of hard or absorbent materials. Fittings include audiovisual equipment, cameras, ceiling fans, ceiling roses, cornices, lighting tracks, pendant lighting, recessed lights, skylights, sprinkler systems, vents and grilles.This unit applies to cleaning industry personnel who work alone or in teams in commercial and domestic sites. They use a range of cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply a range of methods, tools, materials and information to complete routine cleaning activities and provide solutions to predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems. All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to clean walls, ceilings and fittings.
  • 1.1 Identify cleaning requirements and worksite access and security procedures and, if needed, clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.
  • 1.2 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards and risks, position safety signage and barriers and cover floor, furniture and equipment with drop sheets according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.4 Check and document pre-existing damage to walls, ceilings and fittings according to organisational requirements.
  • 1.5 Confirm material composition of surfaces and fittings and soil types to determine appropriate cleaning procedures.
  • 1.6 Select the appropriate equipment and cleaning agents and confirm requirements for safe use according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 1.7 Determine sequence of tasks for maximum hygiene and efficiency of cleaning.
2 Clean walls and ceilings from ground level.
  • 2.1 Pre-clean by removing cobwebs and dry dust from walls and ceiling and vacuuming difficult to reach areas.
  • 2.2 Remove soil using equipment and cleaning agents according to manufacturer recommendations and WHS requirements.
  • 2.3 Check that glass surfaces, surrounding areas and floor are free of cleaning agents, water and soil and remove, if necessary, according to job requirements.
3 Clean fittings.
  • 3.1 Remove cobwebs and dry dust from fittings and dry wipe using appropriate equipment according to job requirements.
  • 3.2 Remove soil using appropriate equipment and cleaning agents according to manufacturer recommendations and WHS requirements.
  • 3.3 Remove soil from delicate surfaces using appropriate equipment according to manufacturer and WHS requirements.
4 Complete work activities.
  • 4.1 Tidy work area, remove safety signage, barriers and protective covers and dispose of soil and waste in accordance with WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 4.2 Safely clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
  • 4.3 Check cleaning equipment for faults, wear or damage and report in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.4 Record site cleaning and store cleaning equipment and materials in accordance with organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXF81 CPPCLO3040 Clean ceiling surfaces and fittings Unit of competency