Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for the work

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling parquetry flooring are verified and complied with

1.2

Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks

1.3

Parquetry flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for coarse, finish and fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed

1.4

Parquetry flooring condition is assessed and the extent of coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling required to meet job specifications is confirmed

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

The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation

1.7

Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2

Conduct coarse sandingoperations

2.1

Sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

2.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

2.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

2.4

Sanding belts or papers are selected

2.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

2.6

Sanding belts or papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

2.7

Coarse sanding is completed systematically and effectively with the grain, against the grain and across the grain within the minimum required timeframe

2.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

2.9

Coarse sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

3

Conduct edge sanding operations

3.1

Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

3.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

3.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

3.4

Sanding papers are selected

3.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

3.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

3.7

Edge sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

3.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

3.9

Edge sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

4

Conduct filling operations

4.1

Surface to be filled is inspected and assessed as being ready for filling with the selected filler

4.2

Work sequence is planned to ensure efficiency and quality of application

4.3

Ventilation is checked before chemical fumes are released, and all WHS requirements are met, including use of personal protective equipment

4.4

Environmental protection regulations are complied with

4.5

Filling material is prepared in accordance with manufacturer specifications

4.6

Trial applications of fillers are made to check equipment operation, materials consistency, viscosity and specified colour

4.7

Faults and or inconsistencies in colour are identified and workplace procedures for rectification and adjustment are followed

4.8

Filling material is applied in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

4.9

Recommended drying times are observed before fine sanding

4.10

Sanding between coats, where required, is carried out according to manufacturer recommendations

4.11

Finished floors are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing

4.12

Final finish meets the requirements of the job

5

Conduct fine sanding operations

5.1

Fine sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

5.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

5.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

5.4

Sanding papers are selected

5.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

5.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

5.7

Fine sanding of the body and perimeter of the floor is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

5.8

Fine sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

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 is completed

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Fine sanding includes: 

• fine sanding existing parquetry floors either after a finish sand or where only minor rectification of scratches or wear and tear has occurred or between coats

Pre-sanding tasks include: 

• isolating and/or encapsulating the job site
• nail punching
• filling
• scraping
• sweeping
• vacuuming
• cleaning and removal of all foreign objects, such as nails, tacks and staples

Tools and equipment include: 

• hammer
• scraper
• nail punch
• broom
• vacuum

Materials include: 

• sanding belts
• sanding paper
• discs
• oil and lubricants
• cleaning materials

Sanding equipment includes: 

• split drum or belt sander
• orbital or rotary finishing sanding machine

Edge sanding includes: 

• edge sanding machines both rotary and orbital using the full range of grit papers depending on the general floor sanding process

Finish sanding includes: 

• split drum and or belt floor sanding machines using 60–100 grit papers

Surface inspection includes: 

• ensuring that surface is free from dust and debris, moisture content is acceptable and stable, and any preservatives, protective coatings or other contaminants are adequately removed

Work sequence includes: 

• preparation
• inspection
• coating applications and intermediate steps
• finalisation
• acceptance inspection

Application methods include: 

• trowels
• applicators

Filling materials include: 

• oil-based
• water-based
• plastic (one-pot) filler

Fine sanding equipment includes: 

• rotary and orbital floor sanding machines using 100–200 grit paper

Personal protective equipment includes: 

• that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include: 

• workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
• work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
• workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
• manufacturer specifications and operational procedures