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

MSFFL2004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Moisture test timber and concrete floors

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFL2004 - Moisture test timber and concrete floors
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers moisture testing and formally reporting on the condition of timber and concrete floors. It applies to a wide variety of flooring technology operations in an on-site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a sub-trade and trade worker level. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking flooring work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to testing equipment, tools and materials relevant to moisture testing.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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 work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to moisture testing timber and concrete are verified and complied with
  • Customer enquiry and relevant information are consulted to determine the type of proposed flooring operation and other work requirements
  • Moisture content requirements for the proposed flooring are determined from manufacturer or workplace information
  • Tools, equipment and required materials are obtained and prepared for the work
       
Element: Conduct moisture testing on timber flooring and components
  • The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified
  • Timber flooring is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content
  • Ventilation flow is confirmed and irregularities noted
  • Floor joists, bearers and stumps are visually checked for moisture content irregularities
  • Moisture testing of timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps, and equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is completed in accordance with the approved process and standard
       
Element: Conduct moisture testing on concrete floors
  • The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified
  • Concrete floor is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content
  • Moisture testing is completed in accordance with the approved process and Australian Standard
       
Element: Notify findings of moisture tests
  • Notification of the findings of the moisture tests is completed in accordance with the current and relevant Australian standards
  • Copies of the notification are sent to appropriate personnel and suitably filed following workplace procedures
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to moisture testing timber and concrete are verified and complied with

1.2

Customer enquiry and relevant information are consulted to determine the type of proposed flooring operation and other work requirements

1.3

Moisture content requirements for the proposed flooring are determined from manufacturer or workplace information

1.4

Tools, equipment and required materials are obtained and prepared for the work

2

Conduct moisture testing on timber flooring and components

2.1

The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified

2.2

Timber flooring is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content

2.3

Ventilation flow is confirmed and irregularities noted

2.4

Floor joists, bearers and stumps are visually checked for moisture content irregularities

2.5

Moisture testing of timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps, and equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is completed in accordance with the approved process and standard

3

Conduct moisture testing on concrete floors

3.1

The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified

3.2

Concrete floor is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content

3.3

Moisture testing is completed in accordance with the approved process and Australian Standard

4

Notify findings of moisture tests

4.1

Notification of the findings of the moisture tests is completed in accordance with the current and relevant Australian standards

4.2

Copies of the notification are sent to appropriate personnel and suitably filed following workplace procedures

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for sub-floor inspection

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

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Complete a minimum of:

an electrical resistance moisture test on timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps, including written notification of the test results

a hygrometer moisture test on concrete flooring, including written notification of test results

a capacitance moisture test on concrete flooring, including written notification of test results

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, 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 moisture testing 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 moisture testing problems to avoid re-work and wastage

Diagnose and identify the causes and consequences of moisture irregularities

Recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

Plan and organise activities, including the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate other material requirements

Maintain current knowledge of:

moisture testing equipment and processes

timber and concrete materials

Use the workplace technology related to the moisture testing of timber and concrete, including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Workplace safety system requirements related to moisture testing timber and concrete

Types, characteristics and moisture content of:

timber sub-floor structures

concrete sub-floor structures

Types and uses of moisture testing equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Requirements for moisture content of selected timber flooring components

Characteristics and requirements of sub-floor moisture testing

Work flow in relation to moisture testing processes and procedures

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to moisture testing timber and concrete are verified and complied with

1.2

Customer enquiry and relevant information are consulted to determine the type of proposed flooring operation and other work requirements

1.3

Moisture content requirements for the proposed flooring are determined from manufacturer or workplace information

1.4

Tools, equipment and required materials are obtained and prepared for the work

2

Conduct moisture testing on timber flooring and components

2.1

The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified

2.2

Timber flooring is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content

2.3

Ventilation flow is confirmed and irregularities noted

2.4

Floor joists, bearers and stumps are visually checked for moisture content irregularities

2.5

Moisture testing of timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps, and equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is completed in accordance with the approved process and standard

3

Conduct moisture testing on concrete floors

3.1

The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified

3.2

Concrete floor is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content

3.3

Moisture testing is completed in accordance with the approved process and Australian Standard

4

Notify findings of moisture tests

4.1

Notification of the findings of the moisture tests is completed in accordance with the current and relevant Australian standards

4.2

Copies of the notification are sent to appropriate personnel and suitably filed following workplace procedures

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.

Legislative requirements include:

applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

WHS

the environment

equal employment opportunity (EEO)

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

use of personal protective equipment

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Organisational requirements include:

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

WHS

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)

Relevant information includes:

workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of moisture testing tools and equipment

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

workplace procedures relating to notification and communications

manufacturer instructions for the use of moisture testing equipment and materials

Tools and equipment include:

electrical resistance meter

timber probe

tape measure

hygrometer

thermometer probe

temperature gauge

relative humidity

electric drill

masonry drill bits

Materials include:

timber strip flooring

construction sheet flooring

concrete floors

above grade, on grade and below grade floors

Timber moisture tests include:

tests for moisture content of timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps rotting, insect attack and cross-flow ventilation

Concrete moisture tests include:

checks for moisture, damage to expansion joint, concrete surface for weakness or damage and for the presence of curing agents

invasive in-situ probe test (ASTM F2170)

Inspection notifications include:

the type and number of moisture tests completed

inspection findings

suggested remedies to any faults identified

recommendations for the selected flooring

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 work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to moisture testing timber and concrete are verified and complied with 
Customer enquiry and relevant information are consulted to determine the type of proposed flooring operation and other work requirements 
Moisture content requirements for the proposed flooring are determined from manufacturer or workplace information 
Tools, equipment and required materials are obtained and prepared for the work 
The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified 
Timber flooring is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content 
Ventilation flow is confirmed and irregularities noted 
Floor joists, bearers and stumps are visually checked for moisture content irregularities 
Moisture testing of timber flooring, floor joists, bearers and stumps, and equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is completed in accordance with the approved process and standard 
The type of floor construction materials and the building floor structure and substructure are identified 
Concrete floor is visually inspected to identify irregularities in moisture content 
Moisture testing is completed in accordance with the approved process and Australian Standard 
Notification of the findings of the moisture tests is completed in accordance with the current and relevant Australian standards 
Copies of the notification are sent to appropriate personnel and suitably filed following workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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