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Apply conservation principles and practices to heritage stonework

KHU-CON-0358

Australian Equivalent

CPCCST3024

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake conservation work to historic stone buildings and structures, as well as cemetery and other monuments. This unit applies to stonemasons who work independently or in a team during conservation work relating to heritage stonemasonry work. 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 the work.

0358.E1.O1Read, interpret and apply heritage stonemasonry work requirements from work instructions, plans, specifications, standards and codes.

0358.E1.O2Clarify and confirm specific conservation work details in consultation with architects, supervisors and other relevant persons.

0358.E1.O3Follow relevant information from workplace procedures, workplace safety and environmental documentation.

0358.E1.O4Calculate material quantities for the task.

0358.E1.O5Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site.

E2Prepare for work.

0358.E2.O1Identify specified conservation procedures and their application to different parts of the building.

0358.E2.O2Evaluate the physical condition and heritage significance of masonry materials and identify the required treatment for same masonry materials in different parts of the building.

0358.E2.O3Select and check condition of appropriate plant, equipment and tools and report damage or faults to relevant person.

0358.E2.O4Check conformity of materials against job requirements.

0358.E2.O5Select, fit correctly and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job.

E3Carry out conservation work to heritage stone.

0358.E3.O1Set out section of building for conservation work following work instructions and job requirements.

0358.E3.O2Protect surrounding stonework from damage.

0358.E3.O3Prepare and record samples of work for approval.

0358.E3.O4Clean stone surface, apply surface treatment and repair stone using mortar.

E4Carry out re-pointing.

0358.E4.O1Sieve and blend recommended aggregates and sands to produce acceptable material.

0358.E4.O2Check materials, binders and mixing methods appropriate for conservation work.

0358.E4.O3Prepare samples for approval by supervisor.

0358.E4.O4Rake out and prepare joints as specified.

0358.E4.O5Mix mortar using approved materials and mixing method.

0358.E4.O6Protect existing and new work from mortar stains and pre-wet masonry to control suction.

0358.E4.O7Place and pack mortar into joints and finish joint to specified profile and depth.

0358.E4.O8Apply curing method appropriate for the work.

E5Clean up.

0358.E5.O1Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.

0358.E5.O2Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report damage or faults.

0358.E5.O3Store and secure tools and equipment following workplace procedures.