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Sand cork flooring

Sand cork flooring

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL3044
State Code
WI401
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
20
Description
This unit of competency covers sanding either new cork flooring or re-sanding existing cork flooring, where only minor rectification of scratches or wear and tear has occurred or between coats. It involves operating floor sanding, rotary or orbital sanding and edge sanding machines.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 the work
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to sanding cork flooring are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
  • 1.3 Cork flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed
  • 1.4 Cork flooring condition is assessed and the extent of fine sanding required to meet job specifications is confirmed
  • 1.5 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
  • 1.6 The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation
  • 1.7 Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2 Conduct finish sandingoperations
  • 2.1 Finishing sanding equipment, including split drum/belt sanding equipment, is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • 2.2 Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • 2.3 Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • 2.4 Sanding papers are selected
  • 2.5 Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • 2.6 Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • 2.7 Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • 2.8 Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • 2.9 Finish sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
3 Conduct fine sanding operations
  • 3.1 Rotary/orbital sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • 3.2 Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • 3.3 Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • 3.4 Sanding papers are selected
  • 3.5 Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • 3.6 Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • 3.7 Cork sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • 3.8 Fine sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
4 Conduct edge sanding operations
  • 4.1 Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • 4.2 Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • 4.3 Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • 4.4 Sanding papers are selected
  • 4.5 Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • 4.6 Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • 4.7 The edge and difficult to get to areas are sanded and completed systematically to blend into the body of the sanded cork floor
  • 4.8 Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • 4.9 Finished cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
5 Complete housekeeping
  • 5.1 Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
  • 5.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 5.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • 5.4 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8594 LMFFL3603A Sand cork flooring Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ32 MSFFL3097 Sand cork flooring Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification