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:

Soft Underlay

Soft underlay is a flexible or fibrous material installed as a soft base under a floor covering. They may be single fibre, composite fibre or foam rubber

Carpet Grippers

Carpet grippers are teethed metal or timber strips to which floor coverings are attached to maintain its position, tension and shape

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substance 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 discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in fitting soft underlays and carpet gripper strips

Tools and equipment are to include:
utility knife
straight edge
hammer
heavy-duty electrical drill
hacksaw
carpet strip cutters
extension hammer bar and staple hammer
Tools and equipment may include pneumatic T-nailer

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
soft underlays
carpet gripper strips
tapes
adhesives
nails
plugs
staples and primers

Personal protective equipment

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

Adhesives are to include:
solvent and water-based contact
construction adhesive
latex/resin/acrylic

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment

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

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

Manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials

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
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
To complete a minimum of two soft underlay installations with one incorporating such obstructions as doorways, fittings and irregular (obtuse/acute) angles (dual-bonded and conventional)
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Underpinning Knowledge
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of soft underlay and carpet gripper strips
The types and uses of soft underlay and carpet gripper strips installation tools and equipment
Workplace safety system requirements related to cutting and fitting soft underlays and gripper strips
Characteristics and requirements of sub-floor preparation
Workflow in relation to cutting and fitting soft underlays and gripper strips

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans, and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
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, calculate area, estimate underlay and carpet gripper requirements and other material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate installation problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to the installation of underlay and gripper strips including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Soft underlay, carpet gripper strips, tools and equipment, adhesives and area requiring floor covering.

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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant soft underlay and carpet gripper installation 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 exercises; 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)