Modification History
Change to performance criterion
Equivalent to CPCCCA3006A
Added range item: solar panels
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, set out, erect and brace roof trusses to accommodate roof coverings for waterproofing purposes. It includes gable, hip and valley, and hip roofing types.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports achievement of skills to safely and efficiently erect pre-built roof trusses for gable, hip and valley, hip and flat roof construction projects, which includes working with others and as a member of a team.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
Employability Skills Information
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
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Plan and prepare. |
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Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information for planning and preparation purposes. |
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Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance wi th safety plans and policies. |
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Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented. |
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Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with job requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. |
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Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements . |
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Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, checked to ensure fitness for purpose, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use according to Australian standards. |
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Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied. |
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Erect roof trusses. |
2.1 |
Location of roof trusses for hip and valley roofs are set out on wall top plates to plan layout and specifications. |
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Steel frames are temporarily earthed during erection and are connected to permanent earthing system upon completion. |
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Roof trusses are erected and fixed, including temporary bracing, to set out positions in correct sequence to line at apex and plumb. |
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2.4 |
Top chord is installed above wall plate to be constant height above wall plate. |
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2.5 |
Ceiling trimming and creeper rafter members are fixed to specifications. |
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2.6 |
Bottom chord of truss is used to provide lateral support for internal walls. |
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Roof bracing is provided through hip construction, valley construction, diagonal metal tension or timber bracing or a combination of these, and fixed to specification. |
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2.8 |
Lateral restraints to truss chords are fixed in position to manufacturer specifications. |
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Clean up. |
3.1 |
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. |
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Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
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
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:
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. |
Range Statement
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 or territory legislation, regulations, codes of practice, organisational safety policies and procedures, 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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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Roof trusses can be: |
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Hip and valley roofs : |
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Roof bracing includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Functional area |
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Unit sector |
Construction |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.