Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Carpet tiles may be:
Backed or unbacked
Fixed or unfixed
Wool, synthetic or combination of fibres
Pile, needle-punch, tufted, fusion bonded and woven
Modular and square to one metre

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substance and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures

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 discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the installation of carpet tiles

Tools and equipment are to include:
utility knife
straight edge
square
chalk-line
tape measure
hacksaw
serrated trowel
hammer and napping shears

Tools and equipment may include, but not be limited to:
roller
airless spray gun and knee kicker

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
underlay
carpet tiles
trims
stair nosings
skirting
reducing and edge strips
adhesive and tapes

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Adhesives are to include:
pressure sensitive and wet acrylics
water and solvent-based contacts and double sided tape

Information and procedures

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

Manufacturers instructions for the use of equipment and materials

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
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:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
To complete a minimum of:
One full-spread installation including appropriate trims and accessories
One grid-based installation including appropriate trims and accessories
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of carpet tiles
The types and uses of tile installation tools and equipment
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of carpet tile installation adhesives
Workplace safety system requirements related to carpet tile laying
Characteristics and requirements of sub-floor preparation
Workflow in relation to the floor covering operations

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans, and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area, estimate tile requirements and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate installation problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to the installation of carpet tiles including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Carpet tiles, underlay, tools and equipment, adhesives and tapes, trims and area requiring carpet tiles.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant carpet tile installation equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercises; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)