Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out and install timber flooring systems to support imposed loads. It includes application in brick veneer, full masonry and timber frame construction. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports achievement of skills to determine the materials and process and then install a variety of flooring systems, which includes working with others and as a member of a team. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare. |
1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details, are obtained, confirmed and applied from relevant information for planning and preparation purposes. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies. 1.3. Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented. 1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out flooring system tasks are consistent with job requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. 1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, specifications and quality requirements . 1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use. 1.7. Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental policies and procedures and statutory and regulatory authorities requirements. |
2. Set out sub-floor frame. |
2.1. Support structure, posts, stumps and piers are positioned and installed to set out lines for building as determined from site drawings in accordance with specifications for floor framing . 2.2. Check support structure, posts, stumps and piers for level and square prior to installation of bearers and joists. |
3. Install timber bearers. |
3.1. Bearer material is marked and cut to lengths for joining over supports. 3.2. Damp proof course and termite shield are installed where specified by regulation. 3.3. Bearers are located and fixed in accordance with regulations, job drawings and specifications to square, line and level. |
4. Install timber floor joists. |
4.1. Location for floor joists are set out to spacings from job drawings, specifications and regulations. 4.2. Material lengths for floor joists are selected. 4.3. Floor joists are selected for straightness, located, fitted and fixed to line and level. 4.4. Block or herringbone strutting is installed to deep floor joists where specified in accordance with regulations. 4.5. Blocks and trimmers are fitted and fixed around doorways and openings to provide support in accordance with specifications. 4.6. Trimmers are cut, fitted and fixed to support sheet flooring joints where specified. |
5. Install flooring. |
5.1. Flooring materials selected are appropriate for the intended room use and specifications. 5.2. Floor measurements are confirmed and flooring materials are cut and prepared for installation with a minimum of loss. 5.3. Flooring is installed and secured in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 5.4. Installed flooring is completed in preparation for the next process. |
6. Clean up. |
6.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 6.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills for this unit are:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge for this unit is:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context. Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Information includes: |
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Planning and preparation include: |
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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with state or territory legislation, regulations, codes of practice, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan and may include: |
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Tools and equipment include: |
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Flooring systems include: |
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Quality requirements include relevant regulations, including: |
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Materials include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Floor framing includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
Functional area
Functional area |