CPCCBC5004 — Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials

1 Determine the properties of building materials.

• 1.1Access, read and interpret construction specifications and material standards.
• 1.2Identify suitability of materials commonly used in the region for a given building system.
• 1.3Determine properties of materials, their standards of quality and their compatibility and non-compatibility with different materials.
• 1.4Identify environmental impacts of different materials.
• 1.5Determine the impact of allowable tolerances on the conversion of naturally occurring materials.
• 1.6Identify and check tolerances for installing and assembling materials regarding the nature of the work being performed and the requirements of Australian Standards.

2 Select suitable building materials for application.

• 2.1Select building materials regarding structural requirements and suitability for the building system specified in the contract.
• 2.2Select materials for their safety, required fire resistance rating, serviceability and cost effectiveness.
• 2.3Consider short and long-term degradation of materials in relation to the proposed life cycle of the building.
• 2.4Select alternative materials if specified materials are unavailable or unsuitable.
• 2.5Arrange for expert advice as necessary to confirm or refute materials options.
• 2.6Apply evidence of suitability, as stated in the National Construction Code (NCC), for all building materials and products.

3 Supervise the acceptance, safe handling and storage of materials on site.

• 3.1Identify and communicate organisational procedures for the acceptance, safe handling, storage and protection of materials on site.
• 3.2Instruct workers on the process to refuse acceptance of substandard or non-compliant materials.
• 3.3Determine limitations and effects of transportation on materials and components and take action in the case of potentially damaging circumstances.
• 3.4Handle materials correctly and safely on site using appropriate equipment and safe work practices.
• 3.5Store materials in accordance with manufacturer specifications and in compliance with the relevant standards.
• 3.6Implement systems for inspecting all materials delivered on site for naturally occurring and/or manufactured defects before installation.
• 3.7Ensure personnel are aware of actions to be taken in the case of defects caused by incorrect installation, application or placement.
• 3.8Preserve timber and protect ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in the construction process using established methods.

4 Supervise suitability and fit for purpose testing of materials.

• 4.1Carry out testing of materials, including soil, filling, compacting, surfacing, concreting and welding, to specifications and analyse results on site before and during installation.
• 4.2Accurately identify samples of materials taken during placement or installation and send for laboratory testing.
• 4.3Visually check materials for suitability before building and send materials off site for testing, as required.
• 4.4Implement processes to ensure defective materials are identified and remedial action is recorded.

5 Establish, record and report findings.

• 5.1Establish and maintain records of tests and testing procedures completed by the organisation in accordance with its quality management obligations.
• 5.2Evaluate test results and reports periodically to maintain integrity of organisational quality standards.
• 5.3Notify non-conforming on-site material tests immediately to the appropriate organisation officer for further action.

What does an assessment tool for CPCCBC5004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPCCBC5004 needs to address all 60 unit components: 5 elements with 27 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 20 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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