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Install hard underlays

Install hard underlays

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2016
State Code
WI346
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency covers cutting and fitting hard underlay materials prior to laying floor coverings.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 of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for installation
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of hard underlays are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks
  • 1.3 Sub-floor condition is assessed for the type of underlay/floor covering to be installed
  • 1.4 Underlay material suitable to the final surface to be laid is selected
  • 1.5 Suitable adhesives and fastenings are selected
  • 1.6 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
  • 1.7 Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2 Set out materials
  • 2.1 Hard underlay to be installed is checked against order
  • 2.2 Hard underlay is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.3 Working lines and starting point are established
  • 2.4 Materials are laid out to meet specification requirements and to minimise waste
  • 2.5 Material is marked and cut to specification with minimum waste
  • 2.6 Hard underlay is accurately and clearly marked for cutting
  • 2.7 Hard underlay is cut to required shape with minimum waste of materials
3 Lay underlay
  • 3.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
  • 3.2 Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 3.3 Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer instructions
  • 3.4 Completed installation is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified
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 is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8539 LMFFL2112A Install hard underlays Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ91 MSFFL2033 Install hard underlays Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification