Certificate IV in Demolition

Units of Competency

• CPCCWHS2001 : Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (Elective)

  This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces.

  It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.

  The unit covers fundamental WHS requirements necessary to undertake work tasks within any sector in the construction industry. It includes the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos, and compliance with legislated work safety practices. It does not cover removal of asbestos, which is a licensed activity.

  It applies to workers in the construction industry.

  This unit also relates directly to the general construction induction training requirements of the Model Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 and relevant occupational health and safety regulations for Victoria and for Western Australia. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry covers these induction training requirements.

• CPCCDE3014 : Remove non-friable asbestos (Elective)

  This unit of competency specifies the required outcomes for removing non-friable asbestos-containing material (ACM).

  It covers the preparation, containment, and removal of non-friable ACM, along with the necessary knowledge of decontamination and disposal procedures.

  Site locations can include real workplaces or simulated environments, such as domestic or commercial premises, demolition sites, new construction sites, or existing structures being renovated, extended, restored, or maintained. Project sites may also include ships and soils.

  According to the model work health and safety (WHS) regulations and the Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos (2018), workers must hold certification for the specific class of licensed asbestos removal work they will be undertaking. Successful completion of this unit qualifies individuals for non-friable (Class B) asbestos removal.

  National occupational licenses are required, and this unit is mandatory for workers removing more than ten square metres of non-friable ACM.

  Candidates should consult with relevant state and territory regulatory authorities to confirm specific licensing requirements for non-friable ACM removal in their jurisdiction.

• CPCCDE3015 : Remove friable asbestos (Elective)

  This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to remove friable asbestos containing material (ACM).

  It includes preparing, containing and removing friable ACM, and knowledge and application of decontamination and disposal requirements.

  Site location can be a real workplace or simulated environment that may include domestic or commercial premises; a demolition site; or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.

  Project sites for removal of friable asbestos include construction sites, ships, fences and soils.

  The model work health and safety (WHS) regulations and the Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos (2018) requires workers to hold certification for the class of licensed asbestos removal work they will be undertaking. Completion of this unit of competency is certification to undertake friable (Class A) removal work.

  Occupational licenses are required nationally. This unit is required for all ACM removal workers engaged in the removal of friable ACM.

  Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant state and territory regulatory authorities to confirm specific jurisdictional requirements to remove non-friable ACM.

• CPCCDE4008 : Supervise asbestos removal (Elective)

  This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the removal process for friable and non-friable asbestos containing material (ACM). The unit includes planning for and supervising the removal process, including preparing the work area and the worksite, using safe and compliant removal practices, maintaining safety procedures, and supervising the decontamination and removal processes.

  Ensuring compliance with the asbestos removal control plan (ARCP) is central to the effective performance of the role. This includes ensuring and documenting that required air monitoring and other testing and certification processes are conducted by licensed asbestos assessors according to legislation.

  Site locations include domestic, commercial, demolition and construction, ships, soils and fences.

  Occupational licenses are required nationally. Work must be completed according to relevant legislation, the Code of Practice for the Safe Removal of Asbestos, industry guidelines, customer and organisational requirements, including work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.

  This unit is required for all supervisors of the ACM removal process. Candidates wishing to supervise friable ACM removal must complete CPCCCDE3015 Remove friable asbestos. Candidates wishing to supervise non-friable ACM removal must complete CPCCCDE3014 Remove non-friable asbestos.

  Candidates are advised to check for regulatory requirements relating to relevant industry experience for licensing purposes.

• CPCCDE5001 : Conduct air monitoring and clearance inspections for asbestos removal work (Elective)

  This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to visually inspect and use a range of measuring devices to undertake the monitoring of airborne asbestos fibres in the workplace as an integral part of identifying hazards, assessing risks, monitoring the effectiveness of controls, and ensuring that the workplace is free of visible asbestos fibres and air monitoring results are at acceptable levels prior to reoccupation.

  The unit includes the planning of the monitoring process, the selection and use of processes and air-monitoring equipment, the conduct of the assessment process, and the proper handling and interpretation of results.

  Asbestos assessment and air monitoring are required during all friable (Class A) asbestos removal and for non-friable (Class B) asbestos removal where a risk assessment indicates that airborne asbestos fibres may result from the removal activity.

  Licenses are required in most states and territories. Work must be completed according to relevant legislative, code of practice, industry, customer and organisational requirements, including work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures. Analysis of samples must conform to National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) or other accredited laboratory requirements and standards.

  The model WHS regulations and the Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos (2018) outlines regulatory requirements for clearance inspections, air monitoring (the Membrane Filter Method for Estimating Airborne Asbestos Fibres) and certification.

  Candidates are advised to check for specific jurisdictional regulatory requirements.

• CPCCDE3027 : Read and interpret demolition site plans and drawings (Elective)

  This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret demolition site plans and drawings relevant to demolition operations.

  It includes identifying and interpreting types of demolition site plans and their functions, recognising commonly used symbols and abbreviations, identifying key features and specifications on a demolition site plan and drawings and comprehending job specifications.

  It applies to workers in the demolition industry. It involves working under supervision in a team environment.

• BSBCMM411 : Make presentations (Elective)

  This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review presentations for target audiences.

  This unit applies to individuals who may be expected to make presentations for a range of purposes, such as marketing, training and promotions. They contribute well developed communication skills in presenting a range of concepts and ideas.

• BSBLDR414 : Lead team effectiveness (Core)

  This unit describes the skills, knowledge and outcomes required to lead the performance of a team and to develop team cohesion.

  The unit applies team leaders, supervisors and new emerging managers who have an important leadership role in the development of efficient and effective work teams. Leaders at this level also provide leadership for the team and bridge the gap between the management of the organisation and the team members. As such they must ‘manage up’ as well as manage their team/s.

• CPCCBC4002 : Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to inspect workplaces for hazards and conduct work health and safety (WHS) risk analyses. It includes the development and implementation of appropriate responses to mitigate risks to meet government legislation and regulations.

  This unit of competency applies to builders, site managers and forepersons who are responsible for the management of risk in building and construction workplaces.

  This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.

• CPCCBC4012 :Read and interpret plans and specifications (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications applicable to residential and commercial projects. It includes identifying site characteristics, features of the proposed building and details of the construction.

  It applies to National Construction Code (NCC) classifications:

  • Residential – Class 1 and 10 buildings, maximum two storeys
  • Commercial – Class 2 to 9, Type C only constructions.

  The unit of competency applies to site managers, forepersons, estimators, builders, managers and other building and construction industry personnel who read and interpret plans and specifications for quantity surveying, costing and tendering and construction of building and construction projects.

  This unit is suitable for people with specialised knowledge, completing routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.

• CPCCDE4001 : Plan and prepare for activities on demolition sites (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to assess the size and scope of large demolition projects, including structures or installations above 15 metres, on different types of sites and identify the resources required to complete the project on time and within budget. It includes communication of project requirements to team members in preparation for demolition work to commence.

• CPCCDE4002: Plan demolition work to minimise risk to health, safety and environment (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan large demolition projects, including but not limited to structures or installations above 15 metres, to minimise environmental, public health and safety impact. It includes interpreting and meeting relevant compliance requirements and developing and implementing proactive measures to exceed them where possible.

• CPCCDE4003 : Supervise operational activities on demolition sites (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to monitor and direct demolition activities on large demolition projects, including structures or installations including but not limited to those above 15 metres on different types of sites to ensure that projects are completed within required timeframe and to specifications. It includes overseeing preparation for demolition work; reviewing safe work methods prior to task commencement; controlling, monitoring and directing team members throughout task completion; and overseeing site clean-up activities.

• CPCCDE4004 : Finalise demolition activities and supervise property handover (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to ensure that large demolition projects, including but not limited to structures or installations above 15 metres in height and on different types of sites, are completed within the required timeframe and to specifications, with agreed alterations to specified work clearly recorded. It includes ensuring that the property is handed over to the owner or their nominated representative within projected timeframes and that relevant documentation is completed and processed.

• CPCCDE4005 : Apply structural principles to the planning of the demolition of a structure (Core)

  This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply structural principles when planning demolition, using conventional methods, of structures.

  This unit of competency supports the needs of site managers, forepersons and other managers in the building and construction or demolition industry responsible for effecting a demolition plan.

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