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Install flooring systems

Install flooring systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCCA3003
State Code
OCP10
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040313 - Ceiling, Wall And Floor Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set out and install timber and steel flooring systems to support the internal and external walls of a residential building, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation and National Association of Steel-Framed Housing (NASH) standard for steel-framed construction in bushfire areas.The unit includes installation of flooring systems in bedrooms, living areas, kitchens, bathrooms, balconies and decks.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.3 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 1.4 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each stage of the task.
  • 1.5 Inspect work site, locate services, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Set out and install support structure.
  • 2.1 Position support structure, stumps/piers to set-out lines, drawings and specifications.
  • 2.2 Install support structure.
  • 2.3 Check support structure, posts, stumps and piers for level, plumb and square.
3 Install bearers.
  • 3.1 Mark and cut bearer material to lengths for joining over supports.
  • 3.2 Make arrangements for damp proof course and termite shield to be installed where specified by regulations.
  • 3.3 Locate and fix bearers and check and adjust for square, in-line and level.
  • 3.4 Fix waling plates for decks and balconies to external walls.
4 Install floor joists.
  • 4.1 Set out location for floor joists using spacings in accordance with drawings and specifications.
  • 4.2 Check floor joists for straightness, then fit and fix to line and level.
  • 4.3 Fit and fix supporting blocks and trimmers around doorways and openings.
  • 4.4 Cut, fit and fix trimmers to support sheet flooring joints.
5 Install flooring.
  • 5.1 Check flooring materials for suitability.
  • 5.2 Confirm floor measurements and cut and prepare flooring materials for installation with a minimum of waste.
  • 5.3 Install and secure flooring to manufacturers’ specifications.
6 Clean up.
  • 6.1 Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal and materials handling.
  • 6.2 Check, maintain and store tools and equipment and report any faults.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9342 CPCCCA3003A Install flooring systems Unit of competency