CPCCCA3016 — Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs

1 Plan and prepare.

• 1.1Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
• 1.2Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
• 1.3Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
• 1.4Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each part of the task.
• 1.5Inspect work site, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
• 1.6Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.

2 Set out stair components.

• 2.1Determine exit and ground finish levels from site drawings and location.
• 2.2Calculate rise and going of stairs.
• 2.3Set out newel posts to layout of designed stairs.
• 2.4Set out risers and goings to regulated pitch of stairs on stringers.
• 2.5House stringers to accommodate treads or fix metal brackets to support treads.
• 2.6Set out and cut material for treads to length.

3 Assemble and install stairs.

• 3.1Cut stringers and attach into newel posts and landings.
• 3.2Fix treads to stringers.
• 3.3Locate and secure bolts to maintain stair width.
• 3.4Fix bracing and lateral ties to newels to maintain rigidity of stair structure.

4 Fit handrails, balustrade and finish.

• 4.1Mark material for handrails and balusters and cut to length.
• 4.2Fit and fix handrails and balusters.
• 4.3Install non-slip finish to treads.

5 Clean up.

• 5.1Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal, materials handling and protection of the environment.
• 5.2Check, maintain and store tools and equipment and report any faults.

What does an assessment tool for CPCCCA3016 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPCCCA3016 needs to address all 34 unit components: 5 elements with 21 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 12 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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