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Lay stonemasonry stairs

Lay stonemasonry stairs

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCST3019
State Code
OCP37
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
25
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to lay internal or external masonry stairs. It includes calculating total rise and going of flight and riser and tread sizes.This unit applies to stonemasons who work independently or in a team to lay stonemasonry stairs on a new or existing structure. 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.
  • 1.1 Read, interpret and apply stonemasonry stair construction requirements from current plans, specifications and codes.
  • 1.2 Follow relevant information from workplace procedures, workplace safety and environmental documentation.
  • 1.3 Use measurements and formulas to calculate material quantities.
  • 1.4 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.
  • 1.5 Identify potential hazards and determine and implement control measures.
  • 1.6 Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or malfunction to relevant person.
2 Set out stairs.
  • 2.1 Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
  • 2.2 Set out location of stairs on a prepared footing to comply with plans and specifications.
  • 2.3 Calculate and set out the total rise and going of the flight of stairs.
  • 2.4 Calculate and set out minimum tread width and maximum riser height.
  • 2.5 Select and check colour, shape and conformity of stone against the specifications and place materials in preparation for the work.
3 Lay stonemasonry stairs.
  • 3.1 Mix mortar to colour, texture and consistency for job requirements and place on mortar board ready for use.
  • 3.2 Determine starting point and lay base stones level, square and aligned to set out marks.
  • 3.3 Lay risers and treads maintaining level consistent joints.
  • 3.4 Form steps ensuring thy are square, level, plumb and true.
  • 3.5 Finish joints to specified profile.
  • 3.6 Remove excess mortar and brush down face of stairs prior to mortar drying.
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 damage or faults.
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI763 CPCCST3019A Lay stonemasonry stairs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE7 CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry Qualification