Unit of competency Outline
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Install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings
Install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFL2202A
LMFFL2202A
State Code
W8541
W8541
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2009
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
19/06/2009
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers the competency required to install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings including preparation, cutting, layout, joining, power stretching, trimming and finishing using the carpet gripper installation system.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for installation
- 1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings are verified and complied with
- 1.2. Instructions and/or plans/sketchers are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks
- 1.3. 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
- 1.4. Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2. Set out materials
- 2.1. Carpet to be installed is checked against order
- 2.2. Carpet is acclimatised according to manufacturers' recommendations
- 2.3. Underlay and gripper strips are inspected to confirm correct fitting
- 2.4. Work area is cleared of scraps or other contaminants
3. Lay floor covering
- 3.1. Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
- 3.2. Carpet pieces are laid out and checked for size, direction of pile match
- 3.3. Carpet pieces are cut, sealed and joined
- 3.4. Stretching and fixing methods are used following manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards
- 3.5. Finished work is inspected for compliance with work order, workplace and Australian Standards of finish
4. Complete housekeeping
- 4.1. Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
- 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
- 4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
- 4.4. Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed.
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.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Instructions
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Tools and equipment
are to include carpet knee kicker, power stretcher, carpet wall trimmer, carpet stair tool, trolley, hammer, utility knife, spiked carpet roller, weight or seam roller, awl, carpet spreader, carpet shears, napping shears, loop pile cutter, cushion backed cutter and hooked knife
Materials
may include tufted and fusion bonded carpet
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.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Instructions
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Tools and equipment
are to include carpet knee kicker, power stretcher, carpet wall trimmer, carpet stair tool, trolley, hammer, utility knife, spiked carpet roller, weight or seam roller, awl, carpet spreader, carpet shears, napping shears, loop pile cutter, cushion backed cutter and hooked knife
Materials
may include tufted and fusion bonded carpet
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for preparing and presenting design information
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
Complete a minimum of:
installation of tufted carpet
installation of bonded carpet using a carpet gripper installation system to connecting rooms, including at least one seam join and one cross join
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to installing tufted and fusion bonded carpet using the carpet gripper installation system
specifications and work instructions
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 units of competency
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for preparing and presenting design information
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
Complete a minimum of:
installation of tufted carpet
installation of bonded carpet using a carpet gripper installation system to connecting rooms, including at least one seam join and one cross join
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to installing tufted and fusion bonded carpet using the carpet gripper installation system
specifications and work instructions
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 units of competency
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0190 | LMFFC2007A | Install conventional unjoined carpet floor coverings | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI348 | MSFFL2018 | Install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings | Unit of competency |