Modification History
Prerequisite unit updated
Changes to performance criteria, required skills, range statement and critical aspects
Not equivalent to CPCPCM2032A
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld/braze metals associated with the fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing components and systems, using oxy-acetylene equipment.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports the development of oxy-acetylene welding skills used in plumbing work but not specialist welding skills used in other occupations.
Site location for work application may be either domestic or commercial and may be a new work site or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Pre-Requisites
CPCPCM2043A |
Carry out WHS requirements |
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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Prepare for work. |
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Plans and specifications are obtained from job supervisor. |
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Work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements associated with oxy-acetylene welding tasks are adhered to throughout the work. |
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1.3 |
Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to according to workplace requirements. |
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Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. |
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1.5 |
Personal protective equipment applicable to oxy-acetylene welding is selected and checked for serviceability. |
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Work area is prepared to support efficient welding with oxy-acetylene equipment. |
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1.7 |
Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process. |
2 |
Prepare materials and welding equipment. |
2.1 |
Weld requirements are identified from plans and specifications or given information. |
2.2 |
Materials to be welded are identified and selected according to workplace procedures. |
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2.3 |
Material is cleaned and prepared using appropriate tools and techniques according to workplace procedures. |
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2.4 |
Welding equipment, including cylinders and regulators, are assembled and set up according to workplace procedures. |
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2.5 |
Welding tips, settings and consumables are selected to meet job requirements and welding procedures according to workplace procedures. |
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Perform welding. |
3.1 |
Materials are welded to job requirements using safe welding practices. |
3.2 |
Appropriate action is taken to report or remedy defects in materials or welding equipment, including adjustments to settings and welding technique. |
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3.3 |
Welds are cleaned according to workplace requirements. |
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Clean up. |
4.1 |
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulation, codes of practice and job specification. |
4.2 |
Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. |
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4.3 |
Information is accessed and documentation completed according to workplace requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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 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
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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Work health and safety is to be according to commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: |
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Environmental requirements may include: |
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Quality assurance requirements may include: |
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Sustainability principles and concepts : |
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Materials may include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Functional area |
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Unit sector |
Plumbing and services |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.