This document outlines the practical assessment for students at the Canberra Institute of Technology in installing two types of exterior cladding: Weathertex weathergroove sheet panels and Colorbond corrugated metal sheet panels. Students are required to demonstrate various skills including reading plans, interpreting specifications, safety measures, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards during a supervised assessment. Successful completion of tasks is monitored through a checklist, with opportunities for feedback and re-assessment if necessary.

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Observation/Practical Assessment
Student Name: CIT Number:
Name of Subject:
Install exterior cladding
NAT ID:
CPCCCA3017
CRN:
Assessment Name
Practical 3
Part 1 - Install vertical Weathertex Weathergroove sheet panel
Part 2 - Install horizontal corrugated metal sheet paneling .
Assessment Date
Student Statement
This assignment is my own work, except where I have acknowledged the use of the works of other
people. I understand that by submitting this assessment electronically, I agree to this statement.
Student Signature: Date:
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accordance with the CIT Privacy Policy.
Assessor Feedback
Attempt 1 ☐ Satisfactory ☐ Not Yet Satisfactory Date:
Attempt 2 ☐ Satisfactory ☐ Not Yet Satisfactory Date:
Assessor Signature: Date:
Note from Assessor (including any reasonable adjustment):
Student Information
Review the important information below in relation to this assessment task.

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Instructions
On timber frames built on the storage shed you will install 2 types of sheet cladding, one type vertical
and the other horizontal. You are required to install sheet cladding to comply with manufacturer’s
specifications, the national construction code, and any relevant Australian standards.
You must complete the following tasks.
 Install vapour barrier, weatherproofing and appropriate flashings.
 Set out the sheet with effective cover to a finished eave height and transfer marks to
the corner stops.
 Fit sheet cladding to: -
a) An internal corner
b) Around a door
c) To a corner stop
d) Install manufacturers ancillary products and flashings.
Time Allowed
4 hours
Assessment Conditions
 Assessment will be undertaken under teacher supervision.
 Assessment will be undertaken in a simulated work environment.
 You must ensure all PPE is worn correctly throughout the entire assessment. If you are not found
to be working safely at any time your assessment will be stopped and an unsatisfactory attempt
may be given.
Materials Provided by CIT
Assessment paper, all tools, equipment, and materials will be made available for each student.
Materials You Need
Full PPE, a nail belt, and a devise to access Ready skills
Attempts
You may have at least two (2) attempts for this assessment.
 If your first attempt is not successful, your teacher will discuss your results with you and will arrange
a second attempt.
 If your second attempt is not successful, you may be required to re-enrol in this unit.
Please refer to the CIT Assessment Policy if you have any questions.

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Instructions Part 1
Using the instructions for Weathertex Weathergroove sheet cladding install the cladding to a designated wall
frame with the manufacturers ancillary products to manufacturers specifications.
 Read and interpret plans, specifications, manufacturer’s instructions, and NCC requirements.
 Understand the verbal instructions given in the class presentation prior to the practical assessment.
 Identify, select, and use the tools and equipment safely and correctly.
 Select the correct materials and calculate quantities required for the assessment.
 Follow any control measures identified in the toolbox talk and all assessor instructions,
including correctly using PPE during this task and implementing site safety requirements
prior to practical assessment.
 Check the frame for plumb and straight, and pre sheet where required.
 Install noggings and blocks where required to fix the Weathergroove cladding.
 Install vapour barriers in correct position on frame. (simulated)
 Install flashings to internal corner and doors as required
 Install the cavity closer and battens to the correct position and spacings as per manufacturers
specifications.
 Identify the location, prepare wall, and fix ancillary items as per manufacturer’s instructions.
 Set out the sheets to maintain an equal size pattern against the door and rendered wall.
 Install “Weathertex “ Weathergroove as per manufacturers specifications.
 Install manufacturers ancillary items to corners and doors as per manufacturers specifications.
 Once your assessor has inspected your work, dismantle, clean up and recycle or dispose of
waste as per legislative and workplace requirements.
 Check tools for faults and store them correctly on completion.

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Instructions Part 2
From the class presentation of the plans and specifications you will install Colorbond corrugated sheet
cladding and flashings horizontally to a designated wall.
 Read and interpret plans, specifications, manufacturer’s instructions, and NCC requirements.
 Understand the verbal instructions given in the class presentation prior to the practical assessment.
 Identify, select, and use the tools and equipment safely and correctly.
 Select the correct materials and calculate quantities of each that are required for the assessment.
 Follow any control measures identified in the toolbox talk and all assessor instructions,
including correctly use PPE during this task and site safety requirements prior to practical
assessment.
 Check frame for plumb and straight, and pre sheet where required.
 Install noggings and blocks where required to fix Colorbond cladding and flashings and cavity battens.
 Install the vapor barriers in the correct position on the frame.
 Install flashings to an internal corner and doors as required
 Install a cavity closer and battens to the correct position and spacings, as per plans and specifications.
 Identify the location, prepare the wall, and fix ancillary items as per manufacturer’s instructions.
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 Install Colorbond corrugated sheet cladding to the wall frame.
 Install flashings to the corners and doors as per manufacturers specifications.
 Once your assessor has inspected your work, dismantle, clean up, and recycle or dispose of
waste as per legislative and workplace requirements.
 Check tools for faults and store them correctly on completion.

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Observation/Practical Checklist
You must successfully complete the following skills in the Observation/Practical checklist.
(Please Note: Students only need to complete grey boxes. Your teacher will provide you with feedback and
advise whether your work is Satisfactory or Not Yet Satisfactory).
Student Name: CIT Number:
During the task the following skills were demonstrated
satisfactorily:
Attempt 1 Attempt 2
Date
(Optional)
Date
(Optional)
Observation/Practical Checklist Items S* NYS* S* NYS*
T1, Plan and Prepare
1. The student read and interpreted the plans ,
specifications, and work instructions, and used these
to plan their sequence of work.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
2. The student planned 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.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
3. The student actively participated in the production of
a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Toolbox Talk, prior to
commencing work.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
4. The student selected the appropriate tools and
equipment and checked them for serviceability and
reported any faults or damaged tools.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
5. The student selected and used personal protective
equipment at the appropriate times during the
practical.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
6. The student did a visual check for any service s or
hazards in the wall frame to be clad and applied
appropriate risk controls, including required signage
and barricades.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
7. The student selected the correct materials required
for task, calculated adequate quantities, handled the
material safely when preparing ready for use.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
T2, Prepare exterior wall frames for cladding
8. The student straightened and checked the wall for
plumb, prior to sheeting. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

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9. The student pre sheeted the wall to a straight plane
by trimming or packing studs to provide an even
surface across studs and noggins and prepared wall
frame to suit cladding manufacturers specifications.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
T3, Fix thermal and moisture management.
10. The student cut and fixed weatherproofing, vapour
barriers and flashings to correct position as per
manufacturer’s instructions and NCC requirements.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
11. The student identified ancillary material
requirements and locations then prepared them to
required lengths, and position as per manufacturers
installation instructions.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
12. The student installed cavity battens, cavity closer,
and product specific ancillaries in the correct
position and direction to suit cladding styles.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
T4, Set out and fix horizontal and vertical sheet cladding
13. The student determined the most effective and
visually acceptable start and finish point for the
sheet paneling taking into consideration the doors,
windows, and corners.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
14. The student determined the correct height and
width of the vertical and horizontal panel and took
into consideration the direction of laps and joins
when determining the width and finished height to
install sheet cladding
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
15. The student fitted the vertical panel plumb and
finished the horizontal sheet cladding level. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
T5, Clean Up
16. The student cleaned up, the worksite meeting all
legislative and workplace requirements for safety,
waste disposal and materials handling.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
17. The student checked all used tools and equipment
for faults or damage and reported any to the
assessor for rectification.
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
*S – Satisfactory, NYS – Not Yet Satisfactory