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Cut and install timber flooring materials to stairs

Cut and install timber flooring materials to stairs

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL3030
State Code
WI387
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
36
Description
This unit of competency covers installing timber flooring materials to stairs and steps.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 materials for installation
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to installing timber flooring materials to stairs and steps 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 Floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation of timber flooring to stairs
  • 1.4 Stairway or steps are measured and the required amount flooring materials is calculated
  • 1.5 Suitable adhesives, trims and accessories are selected if required
  • 1.6 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
  • 1.7 Sequence of work is planned, including a starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2 Set out materials for installation
  • 2.1 Timber flooring to be installed is checked against work order
  • 2.2 Timber flooring is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.3 Materials for fixing is organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 2.4 Working lines and starting point are established
3 Lay out flooring material
  • 3.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
  • 3.2 Materials are laid out to meet any design and specification requirements and minimise waste
  • 3.3 The aesthetics of the materials are maximised, including matching grains and colours
  • 3.4 Underlay, if required, is checked against specified type, manufacturer recommendations and fittings
  • 3.5 Any remedial work to stairway is carried out
4 Install flooring material
  • 4.1 Flooring materials are cut following workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Underlay, if required, is installed following manufacturer recommendations
  • 4.3 Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations
  • 4.4 Flooring materials are installed to specifications to the sub-floor following workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Finished stairway is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified
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
W8580 LMFFL3502A Cut and install timber flooring materials to stairs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ49 MSFFL3080 Install timber flooring materials to stairs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification