CPCCST3019 — Lay stonemasonry stairs

1 Plan and prepare.

• 1.1Read, interpret and apply stonemasonry stair construction requirements from current plans, specifications and codes.
• 1.2Follow relevant information from workplace procedures, workplace safety and environmental documentation.
• 1.3Use measurements and formulas to calculate material quantities.
• 1.4Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.
• 1.5Identify potential hazards and determine and implement control measures.
• 1.6Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or malfunction to relevant person.

2 Set out stairs.

• 2.1Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.
• 2.2Set out location of stairs on a prepared footing to comply with plans and specifications.
• 2.3Calculate and set out the total rise and going of the flight of stairs.
• 2.4Calculate and set out minimum tread width and maximum riser height.
• 2.5Select and check colour, shape and conformity of stone against the specifications and place materials in preparation for the work.

3 Lay stonemasonry stairs.

• 3.1Mix mortar to colour, texture and consistency for job requirements and place on mortar board ready for use.
• 3.2Determine starting point and lay base stones level, square and aligned to set out marks.
• 3.3Lay risers and treads maintaining level consistent joints.
• 3.4Form steps ensuring thy are square, level, plumb and true.
• 3.5Finish joints to specified profile.
• 3.6Remove excess mortar and brush down face of stairs prior to mortar drying.

4 Clean up.

• 4.1Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.
• 4.2Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.
• 4.3Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.

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