Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to prepare, select and apply cementitious products using screeding techniques to concrete sub-floors prior to the installation of flooring coverings and coatings for internal and external applications. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the wide variety of flooring technology operations. The competency applies to an on site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a trade worker level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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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. Prepare for the work |
1.1. Applicable legislative , OHS and organisational requirements relevant to sub -floor preparation are verified and complied with 1.2. Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks 1.3. Sub-floors are inspected to ensure that they are dry, smooth, plane, sound and clean in accordance with ASNZS 2455.2 (1995) and AS 1884 (1995) and the extent of preparation is confirmed 1.4. Trial applications of surface materials are made to determine suitability of the primer to the sub-floor, and the appropriateness of the screed compounds to level requirements , and compatibility to the primer 1.5. Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition 1.6. Material safety data sheets, or equivalent, are read and applied during the work 1.7. Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use 1.8. Surfaces are cleaned in accordance with manufacturer recommendation |
2. From a datum line, define the grading, ramping and set downs |
2.1. Establish grid and mark the floor 2.2. Drill for and position pin height 2.3. Clean sub-floor 2.4. Establish existing height and the height of finished ramp to the required threshold 2.5. Establish the width of the ramp appropriate to the height of the finished threshold and in accordance with building codes and client requirements 2.6. Establish existing height and the height of finished floor waste to the required threshold 2.7. Establish height of finished floor at the perimeter 2.8. Establish height of the finished floor at the floor waste/drain |
3. Repair defects in sub-floor (including expansion joints) |
3.1. Establish extent of repairs required 3.2. Remove unsound material and debris 3.3. Determine type of materials to be used 3.4. Prime affected area 3.5. Mix and install repair compound 3.6. Inspect completed work to ensure functionality is restored and the finish is plane and smooth |
4. Treatment of expansion/control joints |
4.1. Establish the extent of repair 4.2. Remove unsound material and debris to ensure the mechanics of the control/expansion joint are unimpeded 4.3. Prepare joint to ensure that repair compound does not impede the function of control/expansion joint 4.4. Prime affected area 4.5. Mix and install repair compound 4.6. Inspect completed work to ensure functionality of the control/expansion joint is not impeded 4.7. Recut the expansion/control joint as required |
5. Apply primers and screed compounds |
5.1. Surface coating is applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements 5.2. Levelled floor is checked and cleared for further processing |
6. Complete housekeeping |
6.1. Unused materials are stored or recycled as required 6.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately 6.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately 6.4. Workplace documentation and/or reporting is completed |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required knowledge |
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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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other related units of competency |
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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Legislative requirements |
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OHS requirements |
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Organisational requirements |
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Instructions |
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Sub-floor preparation |
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Level requirements |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Flooring Technology |
Competency field
Competency field |
Floor Preparation |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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