Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMFFL3511A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install strip timber flooring onto plywood

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFFL3511A - Install strip timber flooring onto plywood
Description This unit specifies the outcomes required to install tongue and groove strip timber flooring onto plywood which may be over joists, concrete or a sub-floor to either raise a floor or correct the level of a floor. The activity may include installing the plywood.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the wide variety of flooring technology operations. The competency applies to an on site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at the trade worker level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field Timber
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for work
  • Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of strip timber flooring onto plywood are verified and complied with
  • Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
  • Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation of strip timber flooring consistent with Australian Standards, industry standards and manufacturer recommendations
  • Suitable moisture membrane, fixings, adhesives, trims and accessories are selected as required.
  • 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
  • Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
       
Element: Lay moisture membrane
  • Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
  • Skirting boards or cover trims are removed or undercut if required and stored for refitting or sent for machining
  • Moisture proof membrane is fixed following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
       
Element: Cut and fix plywood underlay
  • Timber flooring to be installed is checked against order
  • Timber flooring is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
  • Area to be covered is measured, working lines and starting point are established
  • Plywood underlay for fixing is organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • Plywood underlay is accurately and clearly marked for cutting
  • Plywood underlay is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste
  • Fixings are prepared for use as required
  • Plywood underlay is fixed using methods and equipment that follows manufacturers' recommendations
       
Element: Cut and fix timber flooring
  • Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing timber flooring are followed
  • Work lines and starting point are established
  • Timber flooring is laid out to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements and to minimise waste and joins as appropriate
  • The aesthetics of the materials are maximised where appropriate, matching grains and colours
  • Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations
  • Timber flooring is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste
       
Element: Lay flooring
  • Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
  • Appropriate field and perimeter expansion joints are allowed
  • Skirting boards or cover trims are fitted and finished
  • Finished job is inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete housekeeping
  • Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • Workplace documentation is completed
       


Evidence Required

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.

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 installing strip timber flooring on plywood

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

Apply ventilation standards

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

Complete a minimum of one installation of strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay fixed to a concrete sub-floor

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 off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

a realistic strip timber floor installation requirement

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to installing strip timber flooring

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

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems installing strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay to avoid re-work 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 other 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

strip timber flooring installation techniques onto plywood underlay

seek learning opportunities

use the limited workplace technology related to installing strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay, including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to installation of strip timber flooring

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the installation of strip timber flooring on plywood underlay

type, characteristics, uses and limitations of:

strip timber flooring installed onto plywood underlay

installation adhesives

plywood underlay

types and uses of tools and equipment used during the installation of strip timber flooring on the plywood underlay

basic wood working techniques relevant to the installation of timber strip flooring installed onto to plywood underlay

workplace safety system requirements relevant to the installation of strip timber flooring installed onto plywood underlay

work flow in relation to the laying of strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay operations

characteristics and requirements of sub-floor preparation

environmental protection requirements

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

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

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)

Strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay

includes tongue and groove strip timber flooring onto plywood underlay which may be over joists, concrete or a sub-floor to either raise a floor or correct the level of a floor.

Instructions

Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment

Workplace instructions, instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

Adhesives

may to include PVA, polyurethane, elastomeric

Tools and equipment

are to include drop saw, jig saw, hand saw, undercut saw, hammer.

may include circular saw, bench saw, straight edge, cramps, clamps, staple gun, secret nailer bar scriber and utility knife.

Materials

may include but not be limited to flooring materials, strip timber floor boards, plywood underlay, edge strips, timber and metal mouldings, tapes, adhesives, metal fixings, ventilated skirtings

Plywood underlay

may include timber plywood underlay manufactured under a JAS-ANZ accredited product certification scheme meeting the internationally recognised IS0 Type 5 system for product reliability to AS/NZS 2269

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of strip timber flooring onto plywood are verified and complied with 
Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks 
Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation of strip timber flooring consistent with Australian Standards, industry standards and manufacturer recommendations 
Suitable moisture membrane, fixings, adhesives, trims and accessories are selected as required. 
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 
Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation 
Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed 
Skirting boards or cover trims are removed or undercut if required and stored for refitting or sent for machining 
Moisture proof membrane is fixed following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards 
Timber flooring to be installed is checked against order 
Timber flooring is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations 
Area to be covered is measured, working lines and starting point are established 
Plywood underlay for fixing is organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements 
Plywood underlay is accurately and clearly marked for cutting 
Plywood underlay is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste 
Fixings are prepared for use as required 
Plywood underlay is fixed using methods and equipment that follows manufacturers' recommendations 
Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing timber flooring are followed 
Work lines and starting point are established 
Timber flooring is laid out to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements and to minimise waste and joins as appropriate 
The aesthetics of the materials are maximised where appropriate, matching grains and colours 
Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations 
Timber flooring is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste 
Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements 
Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards 
Appropriate field and perimeter expansion joints are allowed 
Skirting boards or cover trims are fitted and finished 
Finished job is inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures 
Unused materials are stored or recycled as required 
Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately 
Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately 
Workplace documentation is completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

LMFFL3511A - Install strip timber flooring onto plywood
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LMFFL3511A - Install strip timber flooring onto plywood

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