CPCCDE3020 — Select and use tools and equipment for hot work in the demolition industry

1 Plan and prepare for work.

• 1.1Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions to planning and preparation, using required information, and in consultation with colleagues or supervisors.
• 1.2Complete tasks according to regulatory, legislative and workplace policies and requirements.
• 1.3Identify and apply site work health and safety (WHS) requirements to task planning according to safety.
• 1.4Identify, select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 1.5Conduct worksite inspection and assess hazards associated with individual demolition hot work tasks immediately prior to commencing work.
• 1.6Identify and apply environmental requirements according to environmental plans.
• 1.7Obtain and check permits for hot work and licences for specialised equipment before starting work.

2 Select tools and equipment and prepare for use.

• 2.1Select tools and equipment for different hot work tasks according to manufacturer recommendations.
• 2.2Complete pre-operational checks and maintenance requirements according to manufacturer recommendations and rectify and report faults.
• 2.3Identify and apply specific WHS requirements and safe methods of operation of tools and equipment for hot work from manufacturer instructions.

3 Complete cutting, grinding and hot work.

• 3.1Obtain confirmation from supervisor and regulatory authorities that existing services have been disconnected.
• 3.2Amend safe demolition work method statement if required and confirm with colleagues or supervisor.
• 3.3Prepare work area for hot work according to site safety requirements.
• 3.4Use tools and equipment for their intended purpose in hot work demolition tasks.
• 3.5Communicate work progress and hazards or issues arising during work tasks with work team.
• 3.6Place tools and equipment in safe locations when not in immediate use.

4 Clean up work area.

• 4.1Clear work area and sort materials for reuse or recycling and remove or dispose of waste using safe manual-handling techniques.
• 4.2Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations.

What does an assessment tool for CPCCDE3020 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPCCDE3020 needs to address all 47 unit components: 4 elements with 18 performance criteria, 4 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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