CPCPCM2030A
Mark out materials

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to mark out plumbing materials prior to fabricating piping, steel sections, ducting and sheet materials, roofing and cladding.

Application

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.



Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work.

1.1. Plans and specifications are obtained from job supervisor and job requirements are determined.

1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements associated with the marking out of materials, and workplace environmental requirements, are adhered to throughout the work.

1.3. Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements.

1.4. Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work.

1.5. Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability.

1.6. Work area is prepared to support efficient marking out of materials.

2. Determine job requirements.

2.1. Selected materials are checked for compliance with plans and specifications.

2.2. Quantity and type of material required are calculated from plans and specifications.

2.3. Job requirements and development methods are determined from plans and specifications.

3. Mark out job.

3.1. Dimensions for fabrication and assembly are determined and transferred.

3.2. Relevant standards, codes and symbols are interpreted.

3.3. Selected development method is applied as appropriate and in accordance with workplace procedures.

3.4. Calculations are performed to specified job requirements.

3.5. Material is marked out in conformance with specified measurements.

3.6. Dimensions are checked for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications.

4. Clean up.

4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state or territory statutory and regulatory authority legislation and workplace procedures.

4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.

4.3. Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements.

Required Skills

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

communication skills to:

access information

complete workplace documentation

determine requirements

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

follow instructions

plan and sequence tasks with others

read and interpret:

drawings and specifications

documentation from a variety of sources

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals

identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any faults in tools, equipment or materials

marking out plumbing materials according to plans and specifications for the fabrication of plumbing components and applications

numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculations

organisational skills, including the ability to plan and set out work

teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate to people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities

technological skills to:

access and understand site-specific instructions in a variety of media

use mobile communication technology.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

identification and correct use of measuring and marking out equipment

impact of accurate marking out on fabrication process, work time and finished work quality

job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements (SWMS)

operation requirements of equipment used for measuring and calculating

processes of marking out plumbing materials

relevant OHS regulations and PPE requirements

SI system of measurement

sources of information on characteristics and applications of materials being marked out

workplace operating procedures, including required standards for marking out.

Evidence Required

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.

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:

giving instructions

locating, interpreting and applying relevant information, standards and specifications to marking out materials

applying safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of PPE

as a minimum the ability to, given the plans and specifications and using any of the three development methods, mark out and measure the following items of plumbing material:

roofing sheets

copper tubing

polymer pipe

steel pressure pipe

and one of the following:

a square and a round penetration in a roofing sheet

sheet metal square to round ducting transition

develop a sheet metal cone

develop a piece of duct work using parallel line method

all the above carried out, ensuring:

correct identification of requirements and details of proposed markings

correct selection and use of appropriate processes, tools and equipment

completing all work to specification

compliance with regulations, standards and organisational quality procedures and processes

communicating and working effectively and safely with others.

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:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe working practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry related systems information.

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:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

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.

Safety (OHS) is to be in accordance with commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include:

handling of materials

hazard control

hazardous materials and substances

PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

safe operating procedures, including recognising and preventing hazards associated with:

dangerous materials

surrounding structure and facilities

trip hazards

underground services

work site visitors and the public

working in proximity to others

use of firefighting equipment

use of first aid equipment

use of tools and equipment

workplace environment and safety.

Environmental requirements cover:

clean-up protection

waste management.

Quality assurance requirements may include:

Australian standards

Environment Protection Authority (EPA)

internal company quality assurance policy and risk management strategy

International Standards Organisation

site safety plan

workplace operations and procedures.

Tools and equipment include:

adjustable bevels

dividers

protractors

rulers

scribers

squares

tape measures.

Development methods may be:

parallel line development

radial line development

triangulation.

Materials may include:

cladding and timber

insulating materials for roofing, piping and ducting

piping (metal and non-metallic)

roof sheeting (metal, fibreglass and plastic)

sheet metal

steel sections.

Statutory and regulatory authorities include:

gasfitting authority

state or territory statutory authority

statutory plumbing authority.


Sectors

Unit sector

Plumbing and services


Co-Requisites

Nil


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not Applicable