Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Hand and power tools are to include:
utility knife
carpet knee kicker
power stretcher
carpet wall trimmer
carpet stair tool
trolley
hammer
trimming knife
heat seam iron
spiked carpet roller
weight or seam roller
awl
carpet spreader
carpet shears
napping shears
loop pile cutter
moulding lifter and sewing needle

Hand and power tools are to include:
utility knife
straight edge
square
chalk and chalk-line
tape measure
hacksaw
serrated trowel
hammer
napping shears
edge trimmer
recess scriber and pre-formed linoleum recess scribers
scribing bar
grooving tool
straight edge
divider
roller
gas bottle and gun
rubber mallet
paint brush and bucket
spatula knife
trolley
liquid seam sealer
seam sealer applicator
wall trimmer
hot air welding gun
furling iron and trolley

Hand and power tools are to include:
hammer
compressor
staple gun
bar scriber
utility knife
straight edge
drill
hand saw
chisels
drop saw
nail gun
planer
circular saw and combination saw

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks

Fault reporting

Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools may be verbal or written

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Hand and power tool manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to OH&S, tool handling and operation, reporting and communication

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials
Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to and during use of the hand and power tools prescribed in the Range Statement
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, tools, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
Apply flooring hand and power tools correctly and safely
Complete operator maintenance on flooring hand and power tools
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Function, purpose and operator maintenance requirements of hand tools used in the workplace
Function, purpose and operator maintenance requirements of power tools used in the workplace
Workplace safety requirements and OH&S legislation

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect and understand information related to the use and maintenance of hand and power tools
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of faults and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of tools
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate other material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate tool handling problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use workplace technology related to the use and operator maintenance of hand and power tools and associated materials

Resource Implications
Flooring sector hand and power tools, materials used in the installation of flooring and the completion of finishing.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)