CPCCCM2004 - Handle construction materials

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Unit code: CPCCCM2004 | Study level: TAFE
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Sunshine
CPCCWHS2001 - Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
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Overview

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely handle and store commonly used construction materials manually or in preparation for mechanical handling.
The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.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 unit CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
*safely handling, sorting and stacking:

  • varying lengths of timber or similarly proportioned materials
  • different sizes and types of sheet material
  • bagged materials
  • simulated hazardous materials
    *preparing the following for mechanical handling:
  • varying lengths of timber or similarly proportioned materials
  • different sizes and types of sheet material.
    All work must be performed to the standard required in the workplace and must comply with work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
*requirements of Commonwealth and state or territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation relevant to handling construction materials
*safety data sheets
*workplace quality policies and standards for handling construction materials
*safety requirements for handling construction materials
*methods of securing materials for mechanical handling
*types and uses of tools and equipment for handling construction materials:

  • hammers
  • pallets
  • pallet jacks
  • pinch bars
  • tin snips
  • wheelbarrows
  • hand trolleys
    *requirements, including personal protection equipment, and processes for safely manually handling each of the following materials:
  • insulation
  • joinery units
  • metal sheeting
  • paints and sealants
  • plaster or fibre cement sheeting
  • reinforcement materials
  • scaffolding components
  • structural steel sections and components
  • timber
  • hazardous materials
    *methods of handling construction materials:
  • material size, weight or shape factors necessitating the assistance of other workers
  • correct lifting and carrying techniques, use of pallets and control of waste
  • preparation for mechanical handling, including the use of forklifts, pallet jacks and trucks.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the Polytechnic and/or via the Polytechnic e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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