Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use mechanical taping and filling tools to finish joints. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge to safely and efficiently joint plaster using mechanical means while working with others as a member of a team. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare. |
1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information , confirmed and applied for planning and preparation purposes. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies. 1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented. 1.4. Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. 1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans and specifications and quality requirements . 1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use. 1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and applied. |
2. Plan the use of mechanical taping and filling tools. |
2.1. Work requirements are identified and assessed. 2.2. Penetrations and openings requiring barriers are identified. 2.3. Amount of compound required is estimated. 2.4. Length required for tool handle is measured. |
3. Prepare for work. |
3.1. Barriers are erected at identified points. 3.2. Floor is cleared and cleaned. 3.3. Compound is mixed to required consistency using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work methods when mechanically mixing compound. 3.4. Tool handle is adjusted to required length. |
4. Complete mechanical filling and taping operations. |
4.1. Filling is completed with minimum compound loaded for immediate use. 4.2. Internal angles are reinforced with a smooth and even appearance. 4.3. Flat joins are completed so that they are smooth and even and properly reinforced to form a seamless appearance. 4.4. Proper posture is maintained during use. 4.5. Tasks are rotated in accordance with work site risk assessment. |
5. Complete mechanical finishing operations. |
5.1. Finishing is completed with minimum compound loaded for immediate use. 5.2. Joins are finished to produce a smooth and even, seamless appearance. 5.3. Proper posture is maintained during use. |
6. Clean up. |
6.1. Spilt compound is cleaned from floor. 6.2. Work area is cleared and excess compound is returned to container or disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 6.3. Hazardous material is identified for separate handling. 6.4. Non-toxic materials are removed using correct procedures. 6.5. Dust suppression procedures are used to minimise health risk to work personnel and others. 6.6. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills for this unit are:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge for this unit is:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context. Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
Assessment of this unit of competency may be in conjunction with assessment of other units commonly performed at the same time in normal job roles. Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Guidance information for assessment |
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Information includes: |
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Planning and preparation include: |
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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with state and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include: |
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Tools and equipment include: |
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Quality requirements include relevant regulations, including: |
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Materials include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Assessment of work requirements includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Functional area
Functional area |