Google Links

Follow the links below to find material targeted to the unit's elements, performance criteria, required skills and knowledge

Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for installation
  2. Set out materials
  3. Lay floor covering
  4. Complete housekeeping

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Carpet cushion/underlays include:

single fibre

composite fibre

foam rubber

bonded foam

Tools and equipment include:

utility knife

straight edge

hammer

heavy-duty electrical drill

hacksaw

carpet gripper strip cutters

extension hammer driving bar

staple hammer

mitre box

nail driving bar

pneumatic ‘T’ nailer

nail gun

Materials include:

soft underlays

carpet gripper strips

metal mouldings

tapes

adhesives

nails

plugs

staples

primers

Adhesives include:

solvent and water-based contact

construction adhesive

latex/resin/acrylic

Fixing trims include:

nails

nylon fasteners

Carpet grippers include:

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

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Performance 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

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 two (2) carpet cushion/underlay installations with one (1) incorporating such obstructions as doorways, fittings and irregular (obtuse/acute) angles using the carpet gripper installation system

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

Knowledge Evidence

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to installation of carpet cushion/underlays and gripper accessories

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for carpet cushion/underlays, gripper strips and metal mouldings

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

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of carpet cushion/underlay and gripper accessories

Types and uses of soft carpet cushion/underlay and gripper accessories installation tools and equipment

Workplace safety system requirements related to cutting and fitting carpet cushion/underlays and gripper accessories

Characteristics and requirements of sub-floor preparation

Work flow in relation to cutting and fitting carpet cushion/underlays, gripper strips and metal mouldings