List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Prepare for installation | 1.1 | Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to cutting and installing resilient floor coverings to stairs 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 | Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation of resilient floor coverings to stairs |
1.4 | Any remedial work to stairway is carried out |
1.5 | Stairway or step is measured and the required amount of floor covering, including allowances for type of stairs, is calculated and obtained |
1.6 | Underlay, if required, is checked against specified type and fitting |
1.7 | Suitable adhesives, trims and accessories are selected |
1.8 | 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 |
1.9 | Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation |
2 | Set out floor coverings | 2.1 | Resilient floor coverings to be used are checked against work order |
2.2 | Resilient floor coverings are acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations |
2.3 | Resilient floor coverings for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements |
2.4 | Working lines and starting point are established |
2.5 | Pre-form fillet is cut and fitted, if required |
3 | Lay resilient floor coverings | 3.1 | Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing is followed |
3.2 | Resilient floor coverings are laid out to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements, and to minimise waste and joins as appropriate |
3.3 | Patterns are cut as required for stairs and used to accurately and clearly mark resilient floor covering for cutting |
3.4 | Resilient floor coverings are cut to required pattern and shape with minimum waste of materials |
3.5 | Materials for welding and fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements |
3.6 | Welding and fixing methods, equipment and materials are used following manufacturer instructions |
3.7 | Resilient skirting, reducer and edge strips are set out and installed, as required |
3.8 | Completed installation is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified following workplace procedures |
4 | Complete housekeeping | 4.1 | Unused materials are stored or recycled as required |
4.2 | Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately |
4.3 | Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately |
4.4 | Workplace documentation is completed |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Complete a minimum of the installation of resilient floor coverings to:
a box step stairway, stringer and PVC stair nosing
a kite winder treads stairway and PVC stair nosing
a bull nose step stairway and PVC stair nosing
a recessed step stairway
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to cutting and installing resilient floor coverings to stairs
Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for cutting and installing resilient coverings to stairs
Environmental protection requirements
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution
Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance
Characteristics of materials, products and defects
Set-up and operation of equipment
Products assembly techniques
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement
Type, characteristics, uses and limitations of:
weldable resilient floor coverings
resilient floor covering installation adhesives
Forming and welding techniques for installing resilient floor coverings to stairs
Types and uses of resilient floor covering installation tools and equipment
Workplace safety system requirements related to resilient floor covering installation
Characteristics and requirements of sub-floor preparation
Work flow in relation to cutting, welding and laying resilient flooring to stairs
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to installing resilient floor coverings to stairs.