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

MSFFL3044 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Sand cork flooring

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFL3044 - Sand cork flooring
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers sanding either new cork flooring or re-sanding existing cork flooring, where only minor rectification of scratches or wear and tear has occurred or between coats. It involves operating floor sanding, rotary or orbital sanding and edge sanding machines.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 sanding of cork floors.
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 and organisational requirements relevant to sanding cork flooring are verified and complied with
  • Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
  • Cork flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed
  • Cork 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 sandingoperations
  • Finishing sanding equipment, including split drum/belt 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
  • Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • Finish sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
       
Element: Conduct fine sanding operations
  • Rotary/orbital 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
  • Cork sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe
  • Fine sanded cork 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
  • The edge and difficult to get to areas are sanded and completed systematically to blend into the body of the sanded cork floor
  • Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required
  • Finished cork 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.

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 and organisational requirements relevant to sanding cork flooring are verified and complied with

1.2

Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks

1.3

Cork flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed

1.4

Cork flooring condition is assessed and the extent of fine sanding required to meet job specifications is confirmed

1.5

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

1.6

The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation

1.7

Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2

Conduct finish sandingoperations

2.1

Finishing sanding equipment, including split drum/belt sanding equipment, is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

2.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

2.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

2.4

Sanding papers are selected

2.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

2.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

2.7

Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

2.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

2.9

Finish sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

3

Conduct fine sanding operations

3.1

Rotary/orbital sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

3.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

3.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

3.4

Sanding papers are selected

3.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

3.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

3.7

Cork sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

3.8

Fine sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

4

Conduct edge sanding operations

4.1

Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

4.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

4.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

4.4

Sanding papers are selected

4.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

4.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

4.7

The edge and difficult to get to areas are sanded and completed systematically to blend into the body of the sanded cork floor

4.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

4.9

Finished cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

5

Complete housekeeping

5.1

Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

5.2

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

5.3

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately

5.4

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

Sand three (3) different types of cork floors from the following:

cork tiles

cork planks

pattered cork tiles (bevelled edge)

stained cork tiles

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 moisture suppressants and barrier systems for sanding cork flooring

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for sanding cork flooring

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Set-up and operation of sanding 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 sanding cork flooring

Type, characteristics, uses and limitations of sanding cork flooring

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

Workplace safety system requirements related to sanding cork flooring

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Environmental protection requirements

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:

(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.

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 and organisational requirements relevant to sanding cork flooring are verified and complied with

1.2

Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks

1.3

Cork flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed

1.4

Cork flooring condition is assessed and the extent of fine sanding required to meet job specifications is confirmed

1.5

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

1.6

The job site is isolated and/or encapsulated to contain dust fallout from sanding operation

1.7

Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2

Conduct finish sandingoperations

2.1

Finishing sanding equipment, including split drum/belt sanding equipment, is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

2.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

2.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

2.4

Sanding papers are selected

2.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

2.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

2.7

Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

2.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

2.9

Finish sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

3

Conduct fine sanding operations

3.1

Rotary/orbital sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

3.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

3.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

3.4

Sanding papers are selected

3.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

3.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

3.7

Cork sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

3.8

Fine sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

4

Conduct edge sanding operations

4.1

Edge sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

4.2

Emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are identified and checked

4.3

Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

4.4

Sanding papers are selected

4.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operations and quality of finished work

4.6

Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

4.7

The edge and difficult to get to areas are sanded and completed systematically to blend into the body of the sanded cork floor

4.8

Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

4.9

Finished cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

5

Complete housekeeping

5.1

Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

5.2

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

5.3

Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately

5.4

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

Pre-sanding tasks 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 and staples

Tools and equipment include:

hammer

scraper

nail punch

broom

vacuum

Materials include:

sanding belts

sanding paper

discs

oil and lubricants

cleaning materials

Finish sanding includes:

split drum and belt floor sanding machines using 60–100 grit papers

Finishing sanding equipment includes:

drum/belt sander

random orbital

rotary and edger sanders

finishing machines

Fine sanding includes:

rotary and orbital floor sanding machines using 100–200 grit paper

Edge sanding includes:

edge sanding machines both rotary and orbital using the full range of grit papers depending on the general floor sanding process

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 and organisational requirements relevant to sanding cork flooring are verified and complied with 
Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks 
Cork flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed 
Cork 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 
Finishing sanding equipment, including split drum/belt 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 
Sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe 
Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required 
Finish sanded cork flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures 
Rotary/orbital 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 
Cork sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe 
Fine sanded cork 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 
The edge and difficult to get to areas are sanded and completed systematically to blend into the body of the sanded cork floor 
Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required 
Finished cork 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

MSFFL3044 - Sand cork flooring
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