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Lay stonemasonry stairs

KHU-CON-0353

Australian Equivalent

CPCCST3019

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to lay internal or external masonry stairs. It includes calculating total rise and going of flight and riser and tread sizes. This unit applies to stonemasons who work independently or in a team to lay stonemasonry stairs on a new or existing structure. A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without needing close supervision. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Plan and prepare.

0353.E1.O1Read, interpret and apply stonemasonry stair construction requirements from current plans, specifications and codes.

0353.E1.O2Follow relevant information from workplace procedures, workplace safety and environmental documentation.

0353.E1.O3Use measurements and formulas to calculate material quantities.

0353.E1.O4Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.

0353.E1.O5Identify potential hazards and determine and implement control measures.

0353.E1.O6Select and check condition of plant, equipment and tools and report damage or malfunction to relevant person.

E2Set out stairs.

0353.E2.O1Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.

0353.E2.O2Set out location of stairs on a prepared footing to comply with plans and specifications.

0353.E2.O3Calculate and set out the total rise and going of the flight of stairs.

0353.E2.O4Calculate and set out minimum tread width and maximum riser height.

0353.E2.O5Select and check colour, shape and conformity of stone against the specifications and place materials in preparation for the work.

E3Lay stonemasonry stairs.

0353.E3.O1Mix mortar to colour, texture and consistency for job requirements and place on mortar board ready for use.

0353.E3.O2Determine starting point and lay base stones level, square and aligned to set out marks.

0353.E3.O3Lay risers and treads maintaining level consistent joints.

0353.E3.O4Form steps ensuring thy are square, level, plumb and true.

0353.E3.O5Finish joints to specified profile.

0353.E3.O6Remove excess mortar and brush down face of stairs prior to mortar drying.

E4Clean up.

0353.E4.O1Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.

0353.E4.O2Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.

0353.E4.O3Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.