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Qualification details

CPC32820 - Certificate III in Fire Protection (Release 4)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC32813 - Certificate III in Fire ProtectionSupersedes and is equivalent to CPC32813 Certificate III in Fire Protection. 26/Nov/2020

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
4 (this release) 18/Mar/2022
(View details for release 3) 15/Jan/2021
(View details for release 2) 23/Dec/2020
(View details for release 1) 27/Nov/2020


Training packages that include this qualification

Units of competency

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CPCPCM2053 - Weld using metal arc welding equipmentWeld using metal arc welding equipmentCurrentCore
CPCPCM3024 - Prepare simple drawingsPrepare simple drawingsCurrentElective
CPCPFS3037 - Install residential life safety sprinkler systemsInstall residential life safety sprinkler systemsCurrentCore
CPCPCM2046 - Use plumbing hand and power toolsUse plumbing hand and power toolsCurrentCore
CPCPCM2054 - Carry out simple concreting and renderingCarry out simple concreting and renderingCurrentElective
CPCCCM2012 - Work safely at heightsWork safely at heightsCurrentElective
CPPCMN2002 - Participate in workplace safety arrangementsParticipate in workplace safety arrangementsCurrentElective
CPCPMS3031 - Fabricate and install steel pressure pipingFabricate and install steel pressure pipingCurrentCore
CPCPFS3042 - Conduct annual routine service of complex water-based fire-suppression systemsConduct annual routine service of complex water-based fire-suppression systemsCurrentCore
CPCPWT3029 - Install water pipe systemsInstall water pipe systemsCurrentElective
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 334117 Fire Protection Plumber 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0403 Building 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Building Trades 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Fire Systems Technician 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 334111 Plumber (General) 27/Nov/202021/Apr/2023
ANZSCO Identifier 334117 Fire Protection Plumber 22/Apr/2023 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0403 Building 27/Nov/2020 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 27/Nov/2020 
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Modification History

Release 4

This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.6.

  • Typographical correction made to title of HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
  • Addition of unit CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings in elective bank and metadata unit grid.

Release 3

This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.1.

Unit code corrected in core unit list: CPCPCM2019 Carry out interactive workplace communication to CPCPCM2039 Carry out interactive workplace communication.

Release 2

This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1.

Correction to unit title CPCPCM3022 in Elective units.

Release 1

This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0.

Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC32813 Certificate III in Fire Protection. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a person installing, testing, maintaining, routine service and repairing a range of fire protection systems.

Occupational titles could include:

  • Fire sprinkler fitter tradesperson
  • Fire sprinkler fitter.

This qualification includes units of competency common to other qualifications in the plumbing industry as well as specialist fire protection units and can provide a pathway to further learning and work in the fire protection industry.

The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.

Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

This is a licenced occupation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may vary between states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

  • 37 units of competency:
  • 32 core units
  • 5 elective units.

The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:

  • a minimum of 3 elective units must be chosen from those listed below,
  • up to 2 units may be chosen from the elective units listed below or from any Training Package or accredited course.

An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that the unit has a prerequisite. Please check the unit for information on this. All prerequisites are packaged in the qualification.

Core Units 

CPCPCM2045*

Handle and store plumbing materials

CPCPCM2046*

Use plumbing hand and power tools

CPCPCM2039

Carry out interactive workplace communication

CPCPCM2041

Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector

CPCPCM2040*

Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials

CPCPCM2043

Carry out WHS requirements

CPCPCM2047*

Carry out levelling

CPCPCM2049*

Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment

CPCPCM2052*

Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment

CPCPCM2053*

Weld using metal arc welding equipment

CPCPCM3023*

Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping

CPCPFS2021*

Connect static storage tanks for fixed fire protection systems

CPCPFS3030

Design fire sprinkler systems using pre-calculated charts and tables

CPCPFS3031*

Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems

CPCPFS3034*

Install control valve assemblies, actuating devices and local alarms

CPCPFS3036*

Install special hazard systems

CPCPFS3037*

Install residential life safety sprinkler systems

CPCPFS3038*

Test and maintain fire hydrant and hose reel installations

CPCPFS3040

Conduct basic functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems

CPCPFS3041

Inspect and test fire pumpsets

CPCPFS3042*

Conduct annual routine service of complex water-based fire-suppression systems

CPCPFS3043*

Conduct functional water flow testing

CPCPFS3044*

Install distribution and range pipes

CPCPFS3045*

Fit off sprinkler heads, controls and ancillary equipment

CPCPFS3046*

Test the integrity of water-based fire protection systems using pressure

CPCPFS3047*

Test and maintain automatic fire sprinklers

CPCPFS3048*

Install fixed fire pumpsets

CPCPMS3031*

Fabricate and install steel pressure piping

CPCPWT3028*

Install property service

CPPFES2025A

Inspect, test and maintain gaseous fire-suppression systems

CPPFES2043A

Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions

CPPFES2047A

Inspect and test control and indicating equipment

General Electives 

CPCCCM2008*

Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

CPCCCM2012*

Work safely at heights

CPCCCM3001

Operate elevated work platforms

CPCCPB3015*

Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems

CPCCRI3001

Operate personnel and materials hoists

CPCCST2005*

Carry out load slinging of off-site materials

CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

CPCPCM2054*

Carry out simple concreting and rendering

CPCPCM3021*

Flash penetrations through roofs and walls

CPCPCM3022*

Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

CPCPCM3024

Prepare simple drawings

CPCPCM2048*

Cut and join sheet metal

CPCPFS2022*

Install portable fire equipment

CPCPFS3049*

Conduct preventive maintenance on fixed fire pumpsets

CPCPWT3025*

Install water pumpsets

CPCPWT3029*

Install water pipe systems

CPPCMN2002

Participate in workplace safety arrangements

HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

Qualification Mapping Information

CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package 5.0 

CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package 

Comments 

E/NE 

CPC32820 Certificate III in Fire Protection

CPC32813 Certificate III in Fire Protection

Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC32813 Certificate III in Fire Protection.

Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

E

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