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 CPCCCA3012A Frame and fit wet area fixtures. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012. |
Application
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install supporting framework for fixtures and flashings for wet area construction of a bath, shower base, and prepare for wet area linings, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.
The unit includes setting out, cutting and fabrication of frames and installation of frames in bathroom, laundry, shower, toilet and en suite wet areas.
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 CPCCWHS1001Prepare 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
Carpentry and Joinery
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. |
1.1 |
Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work. |
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1.2 |
Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications. |
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Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults. |
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1.4 |
Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each stage of the task. |
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Inspect work site, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades. |
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1.6 |
Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use. |
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2 |
Construct frames for bath installation. |
2.1 |
Set out noggings and housings for bath fitments and fixtures. |
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2.2 |
Notch studs to height and level for required depth to receive lip of bath. |
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Construct support to front edge of bath to height and level. |
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2.4 |
Fit and fix noggings and jack studs flush for lining. |
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3 |
Construct frames for shower base installation. |
3.1 |
Set out location of shower base, noggings and housings for shower fitments and fixtures. |
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3.2 |
Mark and notch all plates and studs to required depth to receive shower base. |
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3.3 |
Fit and fix noggings and jack studs flush to wall face for lining. |
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3.4 |
Install corner flashing. |
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Clean up. |
4.1 |
Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal and materials handling. |
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4.2 |
Check, maintain and store tools and equipment and report any faults. |
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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 CPCCCA3012A Frame and fit wet area fixtures.
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
