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

MSFFL3022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Mix and apply epoxy and seamless floor coverings

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFL3022 - Mix and apply epoxy and seamless floor coverings
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers preparation, application and finishing of epoxy and seamless floor coverings.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 materials, equipment and specifications relevant to the preparation for and application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings.
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 the work
  • Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative, organisational and information requirements relevant to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings are verified and complied with
  • Work orders and/or plans are read and interpreted
  • The condition of the sub-floor is inspected and confirmed as suitable for use
  • 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
  • Floor preparation, including conventional and decorative formwork, is established, levelled and secured
       
Element: Apply epoxy materials for floor coverings
  • Surfaces are checked for contamination, moisture content and suitable preparation
  • Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use
  • Material safety data sheets (MSDS), or equivalent, are read and applied during the work
  • Epoxy is mixed and trial application of surface materials is made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish
  • Surface coatings are applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements
  • Decorative additives are applied in accordance with job requirements
  • Floor is checked and cleared for further processing
       
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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for the work

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative, organisational and information requirements relevant to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings are verified and complied with

1.2

Work orders and/or plans are read and interpreted

1.3

The condition of the sub-floor is inspected and confirmed as suitable for use

1.4

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

1.5

Floor preparation, including conventional and decorative formwork, is established, levelled and secured

2

Apply epoxy materials for floor coverings

2.1

Surfaces are checked for contamination, moisture content and suitable preparation

2.2

Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use

2.3

Material safety data sheets (MSDS), or equivalent, are read and applied during the work

2.4

Epoxy is mixed and trial application of surface materials is made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish

2.5

Surface coatings are applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements

2.6

Decorative additives are applied in accordance with job requirements

2.7

Floor is checked and cleared for further processing

3

Complete housekeeping

3.1

Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

3.2

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

3.3

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately

3.4

Workplace documentation is completed

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 three (3) of the following:

a trowelled epoxy floor

a self-levelling epoxy floor

a flake floor

a seamless floor

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

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for moisture suppressant and barrier systems

Environmental protection requirements

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of:

epoxy and seamless floor coverings

sanders/grinders

Techniques for preparing epoxy and seamless materials, including decorative additives

Workplace safety system requirements related to sanding and grinding

Types and uses of relevant tools and equipment

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Characteristics and requirements of monolithic sub-floor preparation

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for the work

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative, organisational and information requirements relevant to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings are verified and complied with

1.2

Work orders and/or plans are read and interpreted

1.3

The condition of the sub-floor is inspected and confirmed as suitable for use

1.4

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

1.5

Floor preparation, including conventional and decorative formwork, is established, levelled and secured

2

Apply epoxy materials for floor coverings

2.1

Surfaces are checked for contamination, moisture content and suitable preparation

2.2

Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use

2.3

Material safety data sheets (MSDS), or equivalent, are read and applied during the work

2.4

Epoxy is mixed and trial application of surface materials is made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish

2.5

Surface coatings are applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements

2.6

Decorative additives are applied in accordance with job requirements

2.7

Floor is checked and cleared for further processing

3

Complete housekeeping

3.1

Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

3.2

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

3.3

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately

3.4

Workplace documentation is completed

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 individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Epoxy and seamless flooring includes:

trowelled epoxy

self-levelling epoxy

flake floors

granule floors

epoxy coatings (seamless)

spray on roller coatings

waterproofing

joint sealing

Sub-floor preparation includes:

sanding

grinding

the application of levelling compounds and primers

General tools and equipment include:

utility knife

straight edge

square

tape measure

trowels

rollers

brushes

buckets

trolley

Sanding equipment includes:

sander

edger

belt-sander

sander belts and paper

Materials include:

acrylics

epoxy

polyurethane

separating strips

flushing strips

joining strips

expansion jointing

additives (flakes and granules)

oil and lubricants for equipment

Grinding equipment includes:

grinder

grinding stones and materials

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

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, organisational and information requirements relevant to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings are verified and complied with 
Work orders and/or plans are read and interpreted 
The condition of the sub-floor is inspected and confirmed as suitable for use 
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 
Floor preparation, including conventional and decorative formwork, is established, levelled and secured 
Surfaces are checked for contamination, moisture content and suitable preparation 
Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use 
Material safety data sheets (MSDS), or equivalent, are read and applied during the work 
Epoxy is mixed and trial application of surface materials is made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish 
Surface coatings are applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements 
Decorative additives are applied in accordance with job requirements 
Floor is checked and cleared for further processing 
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

MSFFL3022 - Mix and apply epoxy and seamless floor coverings
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