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Strip and seal hard floors

Strip and seal hard floors

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO4111
State Code
ODO70
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/10/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to perform periodic hard floor restoration by assessing the type and condition of hard floor surfaces, removing pre-existing floor sealant, and replacing it with a new protective coating. It includes the identification of the type of hard floor surface, nature and extent of damage, selection and use of methods, equipment and products required for restoration. Hard floors include vinyl, tiled, stone, timber and engineered hard floors. This unit is suitable for cleaning industry personnel who use well-developed cognitive, technical and communication skills and a broad knowledge base to select and apply specialist methods, tools, materials and information in operational cleaning management contexts. They complete routine and non-routine activities and provide and transmit solutions to a variety of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to strip and seal hard floors.
  • 1.1 Identify floor restoration requirements and worksite access and security procedures and, if needed, clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.
  • 1.2 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.3 Assess site hazards and risks and position safety signage and barriers according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.4 Check and document pre-existing damage to the floor according to organisational requirements.
  • 1.5 Confirm the type of hard floor and assess its condition and type of soiling to determine the appropriate restoration methods according to job requirements.
  • 1.6 Select the appropriate equipment and products and confirm requirements for safe use according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 1.7 Determine sequence of tasks according to job and organisational requirements.
2 Remove existing surface coating from hard floor.
  • 2.1 Strip hard floor to original surfacing ensuring edges and corners are reached, using selected product and method appropriate to floor type.
  • 2.2 Remove and dispose of residue using appropriate equipment and according to environmental requirements.
  • 2.3 Rinse floor with clean water to neutralise any stripper residue and allow to dry.
3 Seal exposed hard floor surface.
  • 3.1 Check exposed floor is dry, free of chemical residue and dry vacuum any loose soil.
  • 3.2 Apply sealant to hard floor surface using correct application methods and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and WHS requirements.
  • 3.3 Apply additional coats of sealant according to manufacturer recommendations and client requirements.
  • 3.4 Buff and polish floor, as required, according to organisational and job requirements.
4 Complete work activities.
  • 4.1 Tidy work area, remove safety signage and barriers and dispose of waste in accordance with WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 4.2 Safely clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
  • 4.3 Check equipment for faults, wear or damage and report in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.4 Record site floor maintenance and store equipment and materials in accordance with organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXG63 CPPCLO3002 Restore hard floor surfaces Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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