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Mix and apply self-levelling resin flooring systems

Mix and apply self-levelling resin flooring systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL3074
State Code
OAJ55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and apply self-levelling flooring systems.This unit applies to flooring technicians working in accordance with pre-determined work orders.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking flooring work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for the work
  • 1.1 Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative, and organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Correctly interpret work orders and confirm job requirements
  • 1.3 Check tools and equipment prior to use to ensure suitability, condition and safety
  • 1.4 Plan application with respect to specified film thickness and/or consumption, cutting in, boundaries, seams, joints and exit points
2. Prepare the substrate
  • 2.1 Inspect condition of the mechanically prepared subfloor and confirm suitability for required finish consistent with manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.2 Remove dust and debris from the substrate prior to application, and control sources
3. Set out work area
  • 3.1 Establish mixing area in suitable area and select surface protection measures and apply to areas not being coated
  • 3.2 Check coating materials for correct quantities, undamaged packaging and no obvious discrepancies in colour and viscosity
  • 3.3 Select suitable masking tape and correctly apply to mark off edges, transitions and other floor boundaries
4. Prepare self-levelling system
  • 4.1 Correctly fit personal protective equipment (PPE) before coating materials are handled
  • 4.2 Accurately measure component quantities and mix in accordance with supplier instructions.
5. Apply self-levelling system
  • 5.1 Apply mixed primer in accordance with supplier application notes
  • 5.2 Suitably prepare cured primer in accordance with supplier application notes in readiness for self-level application
  • 5.3 Apply mixed self-level in accordance with supplier’s application notes
  • 5.4 Check coating applications for quality at each stage and rectify any deficiencies
6. Complete housekeeping
  • 6.1 Check, clean and store tools and in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 6.2 Seal and store unused coating materials in accordance with supplier instructions
  • 6.3 Clean work area and dispose of rubbish safely
  • 6.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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State Code National Code Title Type
BIY1 MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
BED0 MSF30818 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification