Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply wallpaper to walls of different materials to form a protective and decorative finish. The unit includes planning and preparation for the work, preparation of the surfaces and materials, application of the wallpaper and completion of clean-up activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the understanding and skills to apply wallpaper, which may include working with others and as a member of a team. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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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. Plan and prepare. |
1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information , confirmed and applied 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. Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks, including work platforms where required are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement. 1.5. Materials 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 plans and regulatory obligations and applied. |
2. Prepare surface for wallpaper. |
2.1. Condition, suitability and nature of existing substrate and surface material are determined and removal process is selected. 2.2. Hazards are identified and correct procedures used to reduce risk to self and others in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and specifications. 2.3. Surfaces are prepared for wallpapering application by removing existing coating and loose debris. 2.4. Surface defects are repaired and imperfections stopped, filled and sanded to smooth finish ready for wallpapering in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and job specifications. |
3. Prepare for the hanging process. |
3.1. Final application plan for hanging wallpaper is determined and documented in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and client requirements. 3.2. Selected adhesives are prepared in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 3.3. Materials are checked for conformity to dye lot, batch number and other shading requirements in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and client requirements. |
4. Apply wallpaper. |
4.1. Size coating is applied to work area in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 4.2. Wallpaper is applied to work area ensuring an even surface, seams are butted, paper is plumb and pattern is free of defects. 4.3. Trimming around fittings is completed accurately and with minimal impact on surroundings. 4.4. Wallpaper application is completed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and job specifications. |
5. Clean up. |
5.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. 5.2. 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 and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include: |
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Tools and equipment include: |
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Work platforms include: |
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Quality requirements include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Adhesives include: |
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Wallpaper includes: |
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Wallpaper applications include those to walls which may be: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Functional area
Functional area |