Field Planning and Construction
Review of Construction and Construction Trades unit standards
Subfield |
Domain |
ID |
Construction |
Core Planning and Construction |
27160 |
Construction Trades |
Carpentry |
13037-13043, 13045-13047, 13049, 13051, 13052, 13056, 13058-13060, 13062-13066, 18727, 18728, 18730, 18732, 24365, 24396-24400, 24401, 24402 |
Carpentry Theory |
12998-13000, 13002, 13004-13006, 13008-13010, 13015, 13017, 13019, 13020, 13023, 13024, 13026, 13028, 13029, 13031-13034, 21211, 24362-24364, 24378-24386, 24388, 24389, 24391, 24392 |
|
Core Construction |
12997, 22145 |
The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) has completed the review of the unit standards listed above.
Date new versions published September 2021
Planned review date December 2026
Summary
Following the Targeted Review of Qualifications, the National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) [Ref: 0016] was replaced by the New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) [Ref: 2738], and new standards were developed for use in programmes leading to the New Zealand Certificate. The unit standards in this application were retained because they were also used in other programmes.
Subsequently, BCITO reviewed the standards in this application and determined they were not fit for purpose. When registered, the standards were intended for use in apprenticeship programmes that recognise commercial competence, but there remains a need to recognise carpentry skills gained in pre-trade programmes. Generally, people who complete those programmes are not considered commercially competent but are competent to work to construction workplace standards under the supervision of a commercially competent practitioner whose role is to ensure the completed construction meets industry and regulatory requirements.
The changes made at this review are intended to:
· maintain the integrity of programmes leading to commercial competence,
· clearly define the difference between commercial competence and competence under supervision,
· ensure that the standard a person holds reflects their skill set, and
· allow the specified skills and knowledge to be trained and assessed against in environments where flexibility is beneficial and commercial competence is not an expectation.
Main changes
· Carpentry and Carpentry Theory unit standards at level 4 were changed to Level 3 or were expired and replaced by Level 3 standards that recognise practical skills under supervision.
· Relevant Core Planning and Construction and Core Construction standards were expired and replaced by Level 3 standards.
· All the Category B review, and new standards in Carpentry Theory, and Core Construction, were reclassified to the Carpentry domain.
· Theory and practical outcomes were separated to facilitate training and assessment in classroom and practical environments.
· Related outcomes were grouped together to better reflect workplace conditions and training and assessment practice.
· Skill sets were updated to reflect current industry practice and requirements.
· Skill sets were adjusted to reflect the lesser requirements for those working under supervision.
· Guidance Information notes and references were updated for currency.
Category C and D unit standards will expire at the end of December 2023
Impact on existing organisations with consent to assess
Current consent for |
Consent extended to |
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Nature of consent |
Classification or ID |
Level |
Nature of consent |
Classification or ID |
Level |
Domain |
Carpentry Theory |
3-5 |
Domain |
Carpentry |
3 |
Core Construction |
2-5 |
Standards |
12997, 22145 |
3 |
|
Standard
|
13037 |
3 |
Standard
|
32462 |
3 |
13038 |
3 |
32462 |
3 |
||
13039 |
3 |
32462 |
3 |
||
13042 |
3 |
32463 |
3 |
||
13056 |
4 |
32471 |
3 |
||
13058 |
4 |
32472 |
3 |
||
13064 |
4 |
32478 |
3 |
||
24398 |
4 |
32499 |
3 |
||
12998 |
3 |
32443 |
3 |
||
12999 |
3 |
32443 |
3 |
||
13000 |
3 |
32443 |
3 |
||
13032 |
3 |
32443 |
3 |
||
13004 |
3 |
32445 |
3 |
||
13005 |
3 |
32445 |
3 |
||
24379 |
3 |
32445 |
3 |
||
13006 |
4 |
32447 |
3 |
||
13017 |
4 |
32452 |
3 |
||
21211 |
3 |
32452 |
3 |
||
13019 |
3 |
32453 |
3 |
||
13020 |
3 |
32453 |
3 |
||
13024 |
4 |
32455 |
3 |
||
13029 |
4 |
32458 |
3 |
||
13033 |
4 |
32460 |
3 |
||
13034 |
4 |
32461 |
3 |
||
24832 |
4 |
32461 |
3 |
||
24383 |
4 |
32490 |
3 |
||
24384 |
4 |
32491 |
3 |
||
24385 |
3 |
32446, 32492 |
3 |
||
24388 |
4 |
32494 |
3 |
Detailed list of unit standards – classification, title, level, and credits
All changes are in bold.
Key to review category |
|
A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new ID |
D |
Standard will expire and not be replaced |
Planning and Construction > Construction > Core Planning and Construction
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
27160 |
Demonstrate knowledge of roles and documentation, and communicate, within the construction industry |
3 |
10 |
D |
Planning and Construction > Construction Trades
ID |
Domain |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
12998
12999
13000
13032
32443 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry Theory
Carpentry Theory Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of carpentry hand tools Demonstrate knowledge of timber machining equipment used on construction sites Demonstrate knowledge of portable power tools used on construction sites Demonstrate knowledge of non-mechanical and mechanical construction equipment Demonstrate knowledge of tools and equipment used for carpentry |
3
3
3
3
3 |
4
3
4
1
9 |
C
C
C
C |
13002 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of timber used in construction Demonstrate knowledge of timber use in construction |
3 |
2 |
B |
13004
13005
24379
32445 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry Theory Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of setting out a building Demonstrate knowledge of spot levels and contour plans Demonstrate knowledge of preliminary work needed for construction Demonstrate knowledge of establishing a construction site |
4
4
4
3 |
3
3
2
7 |
C
C
C |
13006
32447 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of preparation for footings and slab on ground construction Demonstrate knowledge of excavating and filling for footings and slab construction |
4
3 |
2
2 |
C |
13008 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of formwork for footings, foundations, beams and walls up to 1.2 metres Demonstrate knowledge of formwork for footings and foundation walls up to 1.2 metres tall |
3
|
4
3 |
B |
13009 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of fabrication and placing of reinforcing steel and steel mesh Demonstrate knowledge of using reinforcing steel for construction |
3 |
1 |
B |
13010 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of making and placing concrete Demonstrate knowledge of placing concrete |
3 |
3 |
B |
13015 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of construction subcontractors' work and main contractor's responsibilities Demonstrate knowledge of specialist trades on a construction site |
3 |
1 |
B |
13017
21211
32452 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of fixing exterior claddings Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of, and methods used in weatherproofing buildings Demonstrate knowledge of exterior cladding and weather proofing buildings |
4
3
3 |
3
4
6 |
C
C |
13019
13020
32453 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of the installation of metal and translucent roof claddings and roof lights Demonstrate knowledge of alternative roof cladding materials and their installation requirements Demonstrate knowledge of installing roof cladding |
3
3
3 |
2
1
2 |
C
C |
13023 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of selection and installation of mechanical fixings and building hardware Demonstrate knowledge of installing mechanical fixings and building hardware |
3 |
2 |
B |
13024
32455 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of features and construction of pole frames and pole platforms Demonstrate knowledge of pole frame and pole platform construction |
4
3 |
1
1 |
C |
13026 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of retaining wall construction Demonstrate knowledge of constructing retaining walls |
3 |
2 |
B |
13028 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of adhesives and sealants used in construction work Demonstrate knowledge of adhesives and sealants used in construction |
3 |
2
1 |
B |
13029
32458 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of erecting in situ high wall, column, beam, and slab falsework and formwork Demonstrate knowledge of commercial falsework and formwork |
4
3 |
3
3 |
C |
13031 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of regulations and precautions for demolition work Demonstrate knowledge of demolition work |
3 |
1 |
B |
13033
32460 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of alternative building construction methods Demonstrate knowledge of alternative construction materials and methods |
4
3 |
1
1 |
C |
13034
24382
32461 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of prefabricated beams used in construction Demonstrate knowledge of setting out, assembling and erecting timber and steel wall frames Demonstrate knowledge of wall framing and prefabricated beams |
4
4
3 |
1
5
5 |
C
C |
24362 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of working drawings and specifications for building work Demonstrate knowledge of documentation, working drawings, and specifications for building work |
3 |
3 |
B |
24363
32485 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of proprietary suspended concrete floor systems Demonstrate knowledge of installing proprietary suspended concrete floor systems |
4
3 |
2
2 |
C |
24364 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of compliance with building legislation Demonstrate knowledge of the compliance framework that governs building in New Zealand |
3 |
3
2 |
B |
24378 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Perform building calculations
Make calculations for carpentry |
3 |
4 |
B |
24380 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of construction of pile foundations Demonstrate knowledge of constructing pile foundations |
3 |
4 |
B |
24381 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of floor framing and flooring construction Demonstrate knowledge of constructing floor framing, flooring, and decking |
3 |
3 |
B |
24383
32490 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of equal pitch gable, and hip, timber and steel roof construction Demonstrate knowledge of roof truss construction |
4
3 |
5
4 |
C |
24384
32491 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of construction of alternative roof structures Demonstrate knowledge of alternative roof structures |
4
3 |
4
2 |
C |
24385
32446
32492 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of construction principles and installation of exterior and interior joinery, showers and baths Demonstrate knowledge of installing interior joinery Demonstrate knowledge of installing exterior joinery |
3
3
3 |
2
2
2 |
C |
24386 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of thermal insulation and sound control for buildings |
4
3 |
2 |
B |
24388
32494 |
Carpentry Theory Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of cutting, fitting and fixing interior linings and trim Demonstrate knowledge of installing interior linings and trim |
4
3 |
5
3 |
C |
24389 |
Carpentry Theory |
Demonstrate knowledge of stair and ramp construction |
4 |
4 |
D |
24391 |
Carpentry Theory
Carpentry |
Demonstrate knowledge of the construction of concrete masonry structures and paving Demonstrate knowledge of concrete masonry and paving construction |
3 |
3
2 |
B |
24392 |
Carpentry Theory |
Demonstrate knowledge of alterations and additions for construction |
4 |
3 |
D |
Planning and Construction > Construction Trades > Carpentry
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
13040
13041 13042
32463 |
Carry out preliminary work and site establishment on a construction site Set out buildings on site Set up levelling equipment and take levels on construction sites Set out and establish a construction site under supervision |
4
4 4
3 |
3
7 5
12 |
C
C C |
13037 13038
13039
32462 |
Safely use and maintain carpentry hand tools on site Safely use and maintain bench saws to machine timber on site Safely use and maintain portable power tools and attachments for construction work on site Use carpentry tools under supervision |
3 3
3
3 |
6 2
8
12 |
C C
C |
13043 |
Excavate and prepare for footings and slab on ground on site Excavate and fill a site for footings and slab construction under supervision |
3 |
8
6 |
B |
13045 |
Construct formwork for footings, foundations and walls up to 1.2 metres on site Construct formwork for footings and foundation walls up to 1.2 metres tall under supervision |
3 |
12
9 |
B |
13046 |
Fabricate and place reinforcing steel and steel mesh on site Install reinforcing steel used for footings and foundations for concrete slab construction under supervision |
3 |
5
4 |
B |
13047 |
Receive, transport, place, finish and cure concrete on site Place, finish, and cure concrete for footings and foundation walls under supervision |
3 |
7
4 |
B |
13049
32468 |
Set out, cut, assemble and erect timber wall framing on site Construct and erect wall frames under supervision |
4
3 |
16
14 |
C |
13051
32469 |
Construct timber framed roofs of alternative design on site Construct timber frames for alternative roof designs under supervision |
4
3 |
8
4 |
C |
13052 |
Attend to construction subcontractors on site Attend to specialist tradespeople under supervision |
3 |
4 3 |
B |
13056
32471 |
Install metal roof claddings and verify the installation of roof claddings by others on site Cut and fix metal roof cladding under supervision |
4
3 |
4
3 |
C |
13058 32472 |
Cut, fit and fix interior linings and trim on site Cut, fit, and fix interior linings and trim under supervision |
4 3 |
10 9 |
C |
13059 |
Install mechanical fixings and building hardware on site Install mechanical fixings and building hardware under supervision |
3 |
2 |
B |
13060 32475 |
Construct pole frames or pole platforms on site Construct pole framing to form the foundation for a residential dwelling under supervision |
4 3 |
12 10 |
C |
13062 |
Construct retaining walls on site Construct a retaining wall under supervision |
3 |
10 8 |
B |
13063 |
Attend to and check the construction of concrete masonry structures and paving on site Check construction of concrete masonry and paving under supervision |
3 |
2 |
B |
13064 32478 |
Use adhesives and sealants on site Use adhesives and sealants for construction work under supervision |
4 3 |
3 2 |
C |
13065
32479 |
Construct in situ high wall, column and beam falsework and formwork on site Construct and strike commercial falsework and formwork under supervision |
4
3 |
16
13 |
C |
13066 32480 |
Erect and fix prefabricated beams on site Erect and fix prefabricated beams under supervision |
4 3 |
4 3 |
C |
18727 32481 |
Plan and carry out demolition work on site Undertake demolition work under supervision |
4 3 |
10 7 |
C |
18728
32482 |
Set up, place and fix proprietary suspended concrete floor systems on site Install proprietary suspended concrete floor systems under supervision |
4
3 |
12
9 |
C |
18730 |
Set out, cut and erect equal pitch timber gable and hip roof framing on site |
4 |
12 |
D |
18732 32483 |
Erect timber roof trusses on site Erect truss roofs under supervision |
4 3 |
8 6 |
C |
24365
32487 |
Construct substrates for roofing systems on structural steel framework on site Construct substrates for structural steel framework roofs under supervision |
4
3 |
8
6 |
C |
24396 |
Construct pile foundations on site Construct pile foundations under supervision |
3 |
16 13 |
B |
24397 |
Construct floor framing and flooring on site Construct and fix timber floors and decking under supervision |
3 |
10 7 |
B |
24398 32499 |
Cut, fit and fix exterior cladding on site Install weather proofing and exterior cladding under supervision |
4 3 |
16 13 |
C |
24399
32442 32500 |
Install exterior and interior, and wet area joinery and fixtures on site Install interior joinery under supervision Install exterior joinery under supervision |
3
3 3 |
10
4 3 |
C |
24400 32501 |
Construct stairs and ramps on site Construct timber stairs under supervision |
3 3 |
6 4 |
C |
24401 |
Install thermal insulation materials in buildings on site Install wall and ceiling insulation under supervision |
3 |
1 |
B |
24402 32502 |
Install sound control systems in buildings on site Install sound control systems in buildings under supervision |
4 3 |
3 2 |
C |
32495 |
Demonstrate knowledge of constructing timber stairs |
3 |
2 |
New |
32497 |
Demonstrate knowledge of preparing to make alterations to an existing structure |
3 |
3 |
New |
32503 |
Work at height in the construction industry under supervision |
3 |
6 |
New |
Planning and Construction > Construction Trades > Core Construction
Planning and Construction > Construction Trades > Carpentry
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
12997 |
Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices on construction sites Demonstrate knowledge of working safely in construction |
3 |
3 |
B |
22145 |
Handle construction materials Store and prepare materials for use on construction sites |
2 3 |
2 |
B |