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Tile irregular roofs

Tile irregular roofs

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCRT3002
State Code
OCP50
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
040315 - Roof Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install roof tiles to roofs incorporating irregular shapes, unequal pitches and dormer windows with tiled surrounds.It includes the preparation, setting out, installing and fixing of tiles to a roof.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 to tile irregular roofs.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), 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.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Prepare roof face.
  • 2.1 Check that fall safety devices have been installed correctly.
  • 2.2 Handle, assemble and erect elevator at job location.
  • 2.3 Check roof surface and structure for stability, and for safe access to roof for tile installation.
  • 2.4 Set out roof surface, and sark.
3 Install tiles.
  • 3.1 Load, support and evenly distribute tiles on roof.
  • 3.2 Spread out, secure and install roof tiles.
  • 3.3 Bed hip and ridge tiles using specified bedding mix, maintaining alignment.
  • 3.4 Point hips, ridges and gables in flexible pointing to a smooth and even finish.
4 Tile roof openings and lay back surfaces and/or facades.
  • 4.1 Check opening surrounds for soakers and flashings and prepare for tiles.
  • 4.2 Tile surrounds and flashings.
  • 4.3 Distribute and secure tiles to steep and vertical surfaces to Australian Standards.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clear roof, guttering and downpipes of waste and surplus material.
  • 5.2 Clear work area, dispose of materials, and reuse or recycle in compliance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
  • 5.3 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9493 CPCCRT3002A Tile irregular roofs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD4 CPC30820 Certificate III in Roof Tiling Qualification