Modification History
Revised unit
Unit updated and equivalent to PRMCC11A Perform carpet repair and reinstallation.
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required for basic restretching of carpets, seam repairs, patch work and basic carpet installation repairs. Maintenance and restoration cleaning methods are dependent on good carpet installation and continuing face yarn tension for effective cleans. Delamination and other more complicated repairs should be assigned to a qualified carpet layer.
The unit requires the ability to assess the extent of the installation repair task through understanding client requirements and characteristics of the carpeted floor, and to apply company policies and procedures in order to perform the task. The selection of appropriate equipment and methods is essential for performing the task safely and efficiently.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports employees without managerial or supervisory responsibilities. The work may be performed individually or in teams and will require basic carpet-laying installation tools. Performance would usually be carried out under routine supervision and within company guidelines.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
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
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Assess carpet condition. |
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Area to be repaired is assessed and work order reviewed according to company requirements , and issues are clarified with appropriate persons . |
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Hazards are identified and risks controlled in work site according to company, legislative and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements . |
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Condition of carpet and sub-flooring is identified by observation according to work order and company requirements. |
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Repair and reinstallation techniques are selected according to work order and company requirements. |
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Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of equipment and materials . |
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Select equipment and materials. |
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Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications , and OHS and company requirements. |
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Equipment and materials are selected for work order according to OHS and company requirements. |
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Operational effectiveness of equipment is checked according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. |
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Equipment is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications and OHS requirements. |
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Prepare work site. |
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Hazards in work site are confirmed and risks controlled and reassessed according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Furniture and fittings that impede reinstallation or repair operation are removed according to work order, and OHS and company requirements. |
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Signage and barriers are installed as required to maximise public safety during cleaning operation according to work order, and OHS and company requirements. |
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Work restrictions affecting completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly notified. |
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Repair carpet. |
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Carpet is repaired using repair and reinstallation techniques, equipment, materials and PPE according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Work is performed according to work order, manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Tidy work site. |
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Collected waste is disposed of according to client specifications, work order, manufacturer specifications and company, legislative, OHS and environmental requirements . |
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Furniture and fittings are replaced according to client requests, work order and OHS requirements. |
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Signage and barriers are removed according to work order, and OHS and company requirements. |
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Clean, safety check and store equipment. |
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Equipment and PPE are cleaned according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, OHS and company requirements. |
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Equipment and PPE are safety checked according to manufacturer specifications and OHS requirements, and required maintenance is recorded according to company requirements. |
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Equipment and PPE are stored and maintained to allow ready access according to manufacturer specifications, and OHS and company requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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 by observing practical demonstration of carpet repairing and reinstallation of at least two different types of carpet. |
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 required skills and knowledge specified in this unit. In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and must comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards requirements. Resource implications for assessment include access to:
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Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
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Guidance information for assessment |
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. 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. This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function. |
Range Statement
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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Work order information may include: |
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Company requirements may include: |
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Appropriate persons may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Legislative requirements may include: |
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Occupational health and safety (also known as workplace health and safety) requirements may relate to: |
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Carpet may include carpet, mats and rugs made from: |
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Sub-flooring may include: |
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Repair and reinstallation techniques may include: |
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Personnel may include: |
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Equipment and materials may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Manufacturer specifications may include: |
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Signage and barriers may include: |
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Work restrictions may include: |
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Waste may be either solid or liquid and include: |
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Environmental requirements may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Carpet cleaning
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.