Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release 1 |
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0. Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCCSF2005A Arc weld reinforcement steel. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012. |
Application
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to arc weld reinforcement to non-load bearing structural components as part of the construction process. It does not include specialist welding techniques.
It includes planning and preparing for the work, setting up for welding, welding the reinforcement, checking the reinforcement and completing clean-up activities.
It applies to those who work under the direction of more experienced workers to arc weld reinforcement steel.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare 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.
Pre-requisite Unit
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Unit Sector
Steelfixing
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe what needs to be done to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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Plan and prepare to arc weld reinforcement steel. |
1.1 |
Read work order and associated documentation and clarify work tasks with relevant persons. |
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1.2 |
Plan all work to comply with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes, work health and safety (WHS), environmental and workplace requirements. |
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1.3 |
Identify hazards and determine risk controls. |
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1.4 |
Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults. |
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1.5 |
Calculate materials quantities. |
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Prepare work area to arc weld reinforcement steel. |
2.1 |
Erect required safety signage and barricades and fit personal protective equipment (PPE). |
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2.2 |
Obtain, prepare, and safely handle materials and locate them ready for use. |
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2.3 |
Select fire extinguisher and locate so it is readily accessible before and during operations. |
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2.4 |
Clean area of flammable material, scale and loose residual debris from reinforcement before welding. |
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3 |
Arc weld reinforcement steel. |
3.1 |
Weld reinforcement in accordance with job specifications and workplace requirements. |
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3.2 |
Carry out tack welds to meet specifications relating to the diameter of the bar. |
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3.3 |
Carry out welding at the required distance from bends or re-bends of reinforcement bars. |
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Check reinforcement before use. |
4.1 |
Check location and position of reinforcement and fixing ties for accuracy. |
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4.2 |
Check depth of coverage, clearance, spacing and overlap before use. |
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Clean up. |
5.1 |
Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements. |
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5.2 |
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements. |
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Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCCSF2005A Arc weld reinforcement steel.
Links
Companion volumes to this training package are available at the VETNet website - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=7e15fa6a-68b8-4097-b099-030a5569b1ad
