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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify and prepare for work requirements
  2. Apply finishing system
  3. Complete housekeeping

Required Skills

Required skills

collect organise and understand information related to work orders basic plans and safety procedures

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

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

use prechecking and inspection techniques to anticipate coating problems to avoid rework and wastage

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking work flow interruptions or wastage

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements calculate area and estimate coating material requirements

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan work within given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

maintain current knowledge of

tools and materials

composite based coating techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the workplace technology related to the application of finishes including tools equipment calculators and measuring devices

interpret the technical specifications of materials and analyse their properties to optimise their use

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation regulations standards and codes of practice relevant to the application of finishing systems

organisational and site standards requirements policies and procedures for finishing and coating

methods of floor preparation from basic sanding to finishing sanding and edging

characteristics of floor finishing in relation to ventilation moisture content of timber timber species and reaction to change of temperature and relative humidity

type characteristics uses and limitation of composite based coating materials including manufacturer recommendations

types and uses of floor finishing tools and equipment

workplace safety systems related to floor finishing processes

work flow in relation to the application of composite based coatings to timber floors

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

appropriate mathematical procedures for measurement and estimation of composite based coatings for a given area

procedures for the recording reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Comply with legislation regulations standards codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for applying finishes to strip timber and parquetry flooring

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment products and materials including the use of personal protective equipment

Establish and maintain appropriate ventilation

Follow work instructions operating procedures and inspection practices to

prevent damage to goods equipment and products

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

achieve a final finish in accordance with Australian Standards and accepted industry practices

Complete a minimum of

application of two different composite based products to two different timber species one to strip timber flooring and one to parquetry flooring

Identify faultsproblems and identify and carry out corrective action

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge other than confirmatory questions will usually be conducted in an offsite context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available

workplace location or simulated workplace

a realistic finishing requirement

materials and equipment relevant to the coating application

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions real or simulated and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Legislative requirements

are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage

OHS requirements

are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying

Organisational requirements

may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Instructions

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

Manufacturer recommendations for the use of equipment and materials

Composite based coating materials

may include but are not limited to oil modified urethanes (OMU) and Urethane oil/alkyd 'tung oil' based finishes which may provide a subdued, satin to semi-gloss appearance and are unlikely to edge bond boards. They darken with time and require more frequent maintenance particularly in high traffic areas. Acrylic floor polishes may be used to protect the finish.

Tools and equipment

are to include brooms, brushes, vacuum cleaner, paint brushes, applicators, paint rollers, roller tray, spatula and masking tape and plastic sheeting.

Surfaces to be finished

may include traditional tongue and groove strip timber flooring and block or mosaic parquetry flooring.

Surface inspection

is to ensure that surface is free from dust and debris, moisture content is acceptable and stable and any preservatives, protective coatings or other contaminants are adequately removed

Work sequence

is to include preparation, inspection, coating application(s) and intermediate steps, finalisation and acceptance inspection

Workplace health and safety requirements

may include personal protective equipment which is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices

may include isolation processes including barriers, tapes and entry access controls

may include breathing support and ventilation extraction systems

Application methods

may include, brushes, rollers and applicators.