Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for installation
- Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of synthetic textile floor coverings are verified and complied with
- Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks
- 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
- Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation
- Suitable adhesives, trims and accessories are selected if required
- Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
- Set out materials
- Synthetic textile floor covering material to be installed is checked against the order
- Synthetic textile floor covering flooring are acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
- Soft underlays for synthetic textile floor coverings are cut and laid to specification
- Working lines and starting point are established
- Adhesives and edge strips are prepared for use as required
- Lay floor covering
- Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
- Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
- Synthetic textile floor coverings are laid out to meet pattern and specification requirements and minimise waste and joins
- Synthetic textile floor coverings are accurately and clearly marked for cutting
- Synthetic textile floor coverings are cut to length, joins are cut and prepared for final laying
- Line marking is completed where required
- Cover trims are fitted and finished
- Completed installation is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified
- Complete housekeeping