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

LMFFL3601A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Fine sand timber flooring

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFFL3601A - Fine sand timber flooring
Description This unit specifies the outcomes required to fine sand existing floors either after a coarse sand, or where only minor rectification of scratches or wear and tear has occurred or between coats. This process usually involves a rotary sanding machine.
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 a 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 / Sanding and Finishing
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 the work
  • Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to fine sanding timber flooring are verified and complied with
  • Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
  • Timber flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed
  • Timber flooring condition is assessed and the extent of fine sanding required to meet job specifications is confirmed
  • 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
  • The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation
  • Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
       
Element: Conduct finish sanding operations
  • Sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • Sanding belts or papers are selected
  • Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • Sanding belts or papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • Finished timber flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
       
Element: Conduct edge sanding operations
  • Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • Sanding papers are selected
  • Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • Edge sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • Finished timber flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
       
Element: Conduct fine sanding operations
  • Fine sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures
  • Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked
  • Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked
  • Sanding papers are selected
  • Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work
  • Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required
  • Fine sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • Finished timber flooring is cleaned, 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 fine sanding of timber floors

Interpret work order and locate relevant information

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

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

Prepare three different types of timber floors from the following list:

strip

parquetry

cork

floating floor

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context 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:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to fine sanding of timber floors

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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 fine sanding timber floors 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

installation techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the limited workplace technology related to the fine sanding of timber floors, including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to moisture suppressants and barrier systems fine sanding timber flooring

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for fine sand timber flooring

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

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

characteristics and requirements of timber flooring fine sanding

type, characteristics, uses and limitations of fine sanding timber flooring

types and uses of relevant tools and equipment used to conduct fine sanding operations

workplace safety system requirements related to fine sanding timber flooring.

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)

Fine sanding

includes fine sanding existing timber floors either after a coarse sand, or where only minor rectification of scratches or wear and tear has occurred or between coats

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

Pre-sanding tasks

may include isolating and/or encapsulating the job site, nail punching, filling, scraping, sweeping, vacuuming, cleaning and removal of all foreign objects such as nails, tacks, staples, etc

Tools and equipment

are to include hammers, scrapers, nail punches, brooms and vacuums

Materials

are to include but are not limited to sanding belts, sanding paper, discs, oil and lubricants and cleaning materials

Finish sanding

is to include split drum and belt floor sanding machines using 60 - 100 grit papers

Sanding equipment

is to include drum/belt sander, random orbital, rotary and edger sanders and may include a finishing machine

Edge sanding

is to include edge sanding machines both rotary and orbital using the full range of grit papers depending on the general floor sanding process in train

Fine sanding

is to include rotary and orbital floor sanding machines using 100 - 200 grit paper

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 fine sanding timber flooring are verified and complied with 
Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks 
Timber flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed 
Timber flooring condition is assessed and the extent of fine sanding required to meet job specifications is confirmed 
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 
The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation 
Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation 
Sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures 
Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked 
Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked 
Sanding belts or papers are selected 
Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work 
Sanding belts or papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required 
Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe 
Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required 
Finished timber flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures 
Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures 
Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked 
Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked 
Sanding papers are selected 
Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work 
Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required 
Edge sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe 
Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required 
Finished timber flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures 
Fine sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures 
Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked 
Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked 
Sanding papers are selected 
Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work 
Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required 
Fine sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe 
Finished timber flooring is cleaned, 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

LMFFL3601A - Fine sand timber flooring
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LMFFL3601A - Fine sand timber flooring

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