CPPCLO4107Remediate mould contaminated structures and contents

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What an assessment for CPPCLO4107 must cover

48 assessable components: 5 elements (25 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 19 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Inspect and assess site for mould damage.

  • 1.1Clarify site access, areas to be restored and scope of work with building owner, client, insurer or supervisor.
  • 1.2Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.3Determine normal mould levels expected for the site given the location, construction, age and type of building.
  • 1.4Identify visible and invisible mould above normal levels and other potentially affected areas according to job requirements.
  • 1.5Assess site hazards, risks and contamination and determine control measures, including containment and engineering controls required, according to WHS requirements.
  • 1.6Investigate materials and construction of affected structure and contents to determine if disposal is required or restoration is viable.
  • 1.7Seek specialist advice, where required, according to job, organisational and legislative requirements.
  • 1.8Document condition of area to be restored and advise client, building owner or insurer of the results of the assessment, proposed remediation methods, risks and likely outcomes and seek approval to proceed according to organisational requirements.

2 Prepare to undertake mould remediation.

  • 2.1Determine remediation methods, equipment and sequence of tasks and potential restoration outcomes according to WHS and organisational requirements.
  • 2.2Position safety signage, barriers, containment and engineering controls and confirm that area is safe to access and work in according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 2.3Remove structural elements that may impede the remediation process according to work role, WHS and job requirements.
  • 2.4Identify and dispose of surfaces and materials that are unable to be remediated according to organisational and WHS requirements.

3 Treat salvageable contents and structural surfaces.

  • 3.1Remove items to an off-site facility for treatment, where necessary, according to job and organisational requirements.
  • 3.2Treat mould when cause has been removed according to organisational and WHS requirements.
  • 3.3Clean and deodorise salvageable surfaces on site and in an off-site facility according to job, WHS and organisational requirements.
  • 3.4Reduce invisible mould spores to minimise future mould breakouts by applying an approved disinfectant according to manufacturer instructions.

4 Evaluate outcomes of mould remediation activities.

  • 4.1Determine the need for post-remediation testing and, if required, arrange testing according to industry accepted practice and organisational procedures.
  • 4.2Determine further action or advice required based on evaluation or test results.
  • 4.3Conduct repeat remediation, if needed, according to organisational and job requirements.

5 Complete work activities.

  • 5.1Record site remediation and seek independent verification or sign-off, as required, according to job and WHS requirements.
  • 5.2Remove safety signage barriers, containment and engineering controls and dispose of soil and waste according to WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 5.3Clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational requirements.
  • 5.4Check remediation equipment for faults, wear or damage and report according to organisational requirements.
  • 5.5Store equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.
  • 5.6Advise client of strategies to prevent future mould proliferation and contamination according to organisational requirements.

Performance evidence

  • planning remediation of mould in a commercial building environment and recommending future prevention strategies
  • remediating visible mould in a domestic laundry, kitchen or bathroom
  • identifying and remediating invisible mould in an area affected by poor ventilation
  • planning the steps required to remove and remediate at least four different mould affected household items in an off-site treatment facility.

Knowledge evidence

  • aspects of the following relevant to water damage and mould remediation: work health and safety (WHS) requirements, Safe Work Australia regulations and guidelines, job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work method statements (SWMS), manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets (SDS), IICRC S500 Standard for Water Damage Restoration or Australian equivalent, IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mould Remediation or Australian equivalent, Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and local requirements for prescribed waste disposal
  • personal and site security procedures and requirements: site access - security cards, codes and keys; areas of the worksite not to be accessed; alarm activation and deactivation; maintaining client privacy and confidentiality; contingencies if personal safety at risk
  • allergenic, pathogenic, toxigenic health impacts on susceptible groups - infants, the elderly and/or people with suppressed immune systems due to presence of mould contamination
  • building system considerations relevant to mould remediation: structural components - methods of construction and materials; heating, cooling and ventilation, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; potential locations of not readily observable mould - behind and under plaster walls, ceilings, pipes, appliances, insulation, panelling, wallpaper, floors, flooring, carpet, cabinetry and interstitial spaces; unintended consequential damage arising from event and mitigation
  • conditions conducive to mould growth: draft proofing measures in buildings; fast track construction methods; natural disasters; poor ventilation; lack of humidity control; leaks
  • characteristics, testing, risks and remediation methods for IICRC categories of mould: condition 1 mould; condition 2 mould; condition 3 mould
  • types of hazards and risks and ways to control: types of personal protective equipment (PPE) and correct selection, care, use and disposal; slips, trips, falls and spills; manual-handling techniques when carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling; identification and safe practices with asbestos on site; correct use of signage, barriers, containment and engineering controls and PPE; safe use of electrical equipment
  • cleaning principles: cleaning agent, time, agitation and temperature; significance of pH value of cleaning agents; sequence and direction of cleaning; achieve results while doing no harm
  • factors determining restorability: type of mould and duration of exposure; material composition; cost of restoration; cost of replacement; sentimental, legal, artistic, cultural and historical value; potential secondary harm and waste created by restoration methods
  • situations and procedure for seeking specialist advice: work requiring insurance company approval; situations requiring waiver; specialised contents such as artwork; high value and irreplaceable items
  • role, strengths and limitations of specialists who may provide advice: Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP); occupational hygienist; building professional; insurance representative; microbiologist
  • strategies for remediation and prevention of proliferation of mould growth: ventilation; structural drying; air conditioning; disinfection
  • mould remediation methods and precautions for surface types: porous; semi-porous; non-porous
  • reasons and procedures for removal of items to off-site facility
  • functions, features, safe operational practices, storage and maintenance of remediation equipment
  • types of mould remediation agents - their purpose, action, correct use, precautions, safe handling, storage and disposal
  • types, application and limitations of mould testing
  • factors affecting mould testing results
  • environmentally sustainable work practices and compliance with environmental regulations: ways of minimising negative environmental impact; conserving energy and water; recycling; waste disposal of used materials and remediation agents; disposal of prescribed waste

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Questions about assessing CPPCLO4107

What does an assessment tool for CPPCLO4107 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPPCLO4107 needs to address all 48 unit components: 5 elements with 25 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for CPPCLO4107?

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