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Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives

Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2007
State Code
WI337
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
32
Description
This unit of competency covers selecting and applying appropriate compounds and additives to sub-floors in preparation for the installation of 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 Identify the sub-floor properties
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the use of appropriate compounds and additives 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 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used
  • 1.4 The type of floor and wall construction and the building floor and wall structure and sub-structure are identified
  • 1.5 Datum lines are run and checked to confirm dimensions
  • 1.6 Timber and/or concrete flooring inspections are completed to identify irregularities
  • 1.7 Wall inspections are completed to identify irregularities
2 Select appropriate compounds and additives
  • 2.1 Types of floor and wall preparation compounds and additives and their functions are identified from relevant information sources
  • 2.2 Sub-floors and walls are checked for contamination, moisture content, plane, smooth and suitable preparation
  • 2.3 Suitable compounds and additives are selected consistent with the needs of the job
3 Prepare compounds and additives
  • 3.1 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
  • 3.2 Selected compounds and additives for application are organised and prepared in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 3.3 The method of application is selected
  • 3.4 Sequence of work is planned to ensure the application of appropriate compounds and additives is in logical order
4 Apply compounds and additives
  • 4.1 Working lines are established and starting point is selected
  • 4.2 Mixing station is established and selected compounds and additives are mixed to manufacturer instructions
  • 4.3 Selected compounds and additives are applied to the sub-floor surface following manufacturer instructions
  • 4.4 Sub-floors are inspected and re-worked as required
5 Complete housekeeping
  • 5.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • 5.3 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8530 LMFFL2103A Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ89 MSFFL2034 Prepare subfloors with cementitious coating applications Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification