Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely handle and store plumbing materials and to identify and address environmental concerns and associated hazards, including the disposal of waste. It addresses OHS and environmental requirements to minimise risk to the health and safety of personnel and to the environment. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit applies to work conducted in a stores holding facility, a work vehicle or on a work site. Site location for work application may be a new construction site, an existing structure being renovated or extended, service restoration or maintenance, an on or off-site workshop, a work vehicle or a customer's premises. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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CPCPCM2023A |
Carry out OHS requirements |
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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. Prepare for work. |
1.1. Safety (OHS ) requirements associated with handling and storage of plumbing materials, and workplace environmental requirements , are adhered to throughout the work. 1.2. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, correctly fitted and used in accordance with the requirements of the job. 1.3. Quality assurance requirements for company operations are identified and adhered to. 1.4. Environmental and waste management requirements are recognised and applied. 1.5. Tools and equipment for handling materials and goods, non-toxic waste and liquids are selected for the job requirements, checked for serviceability and any faults reported to supervisor. 1.6. Run-off devices are installed and the maintenance process is determined. 1.7. Material safety data sheets (MSDS) are located and interpreted for plumbing materials to be handled. |
2. Identify hazard and risk control information and measures. |
2.1. Hazards are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to workplace procedures. 2.2. Procedures, instructions and information for controlling hazards and risks are identified and adhered to. 2.3. Procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies are adhered to. |
3. Handle, sort and stack materials. |
3.1. Materials are identified and selected for sorting, stacking and stockpiling according to supervisor instructions or workplace requirements. 3.2. Handling characteristics of materials are identified and safe manual handling techniques are applied. 3.3. Specific handling requirements and protection for non-hazardous materials and chemicals are applied. 3.4. Materials are stored, stacked, stockpiled and protected, clear of traffic ways, for ease of identification, retrieval, prevention of damage and cross-contamination in accordance with workplace requirements. 3.5. Signage and barricades are erected to isolate stored materials from workplace traffic or access. 3.6. Hazardous material is identified for separate handling by authorised persons. 3.7. Dust suppression procedures are used to minimise health risk to personnel in the workplace vicinity. |
4. Store and transport materials. |
4.1. Materials are stored and transported correctly and safely according to MSDS and statutory and regulatory authorities' requirements. 4.2. Hazardous material is identified for separate storage, transport and handling by authorised persons. 4.3. Materials, including flammable liquid and material, gases, bulk liquids and petroleum products are stored in their allocated areas and identified bins and containers in accordance with workplace requirements. 4.4. Hazardous materials are transported and handled in accordance with regulatory requirements, including appropriate signage, markings and safety precautions. 4.5. Stormwater system is protected. |
5. Clean up. |
5.1. Tools , equipment and signage are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. 5.2. Work area is cleared and materials are disposed of or recycled in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace procedures. 5.3. Spilt liquids and waste material are removed and disposed of in accordance with environmental and safety plans and workplace requirements. 5.4. Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements. |
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 providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services 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:
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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
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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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: |
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Environmental requirements are to address: |
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Quality assurance requirements may include: |
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Information may include: |
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Materials for handling and storing plumbing materials include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Tools and equipment include manual handling equipment, such as: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Plumbing and services |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
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Functional area
Functional area |