Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install flashings and damp proofing products to different types and styles of buildings. It includes planning, preparation, set out, installation and application requirements of the work. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports achievement of skills for laying damp proof course (DPC) and flashings to moisture proof buildings and structures, which includes working with others and as a member of a team. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information to determine damp proofing applications . 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies. 1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented. 1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with job requirements and type of construction , are checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. 1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements . 1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use. 1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and statutory and regulatory authority obligations, and are applied. |
2. Identify damp proofing requirement. |
2.1. Type of flashing and damp proofing material are identified in accordance with job specifications, state of structure and job safety (OHS) requirements. 2.2. Area of structure requiring damp proofing is identified from job drawings and specifications or site inspection. 2.3. Area of structure requiring damp proofing is inspected for defects and soundness, in accordance with job and manufacturer specifications. |
3. Prepare surface. |
3.1. Defects are identified, corrected and made good to requirements of manufacturer specifications. 3.2. Surface preparation of structure requiring damp proofing is carried out to manufacturer specifications. |
4. Install DPC. |
4.1. Damp proof is installed in accordance with work drawings and manufacturer specification. 4.2. Flashing or damp proof course is laid and lapped in accordance with manufacturer specifications. 4.3. Damp proof material is applied with a consistent mortar bed on top and bottom. 4.4. DPC is folded to follow shape of surrounding structures. |
5. Install moisture proof barrier or flashings. |
5.1. Flashing materials are prepared for application to surrounding structures in accordance with design drawings and manufacturer recommendations. 5.2. Flashing material is laid, lapped and joined to follow shape of surrounding structure. 5.3. Flashings or moisture barrier material is formed and sealed around openings. 5.4. Flashing and DPC are installed to project outside of mortar joint on external surface, and outside of brickwork in accordance with manufacturer specifications. |
6. Clean up. |
6.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 6.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
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, 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
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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Information includes: |
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Damp proofing applications include: |
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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with 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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Type of construction include: |
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Quality requirements include relevant regulations, including: |
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Damp proofing materials include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Surface preparation includes: |
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Flashing or damp proof course includes: |
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Prepared for application includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
Functional area
Functional area |