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 a work room and 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.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for installation

1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of custom design carpet floor coverings, 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. Resources required in terms of labour, equipment, materials and time are assessed

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

2. Set out materials

2.1. The carpet to be installed and design requirements are checked against work orders

2.2. Carpet is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations

2.3. Type of perimeter finishing, joining materials, gripper strips, metal mouldings and cover strips are selected following specification or work order

2.4. Underlay gripper strips and metal mouldings are inspected to confirm correct fitting

2.5. Work are is cleared of scraps or other contaminants

2.6. Work lines and starting point are established

3. Install floor covering

3.1. Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed

3.2. Patterns, motifs, logos and custom design requirements are set-out

3.3. Carpet pieces are laid out and checked for size, direction of pile and pattern match

3.4. Carpet pieces are accurately and clearly marked for cutting

3.5. Carpet pieces are cut to required shape with minimum waste of materials

3.6. Carpet pieces are joined using joining and installation methods appropriate to the installation system being used

3.7. Carpet installation methods are to follow manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards

3.8. Cover and finishing strips are suitably fixed for the type of installation method, floor covering and sub floor

3.9. Complete installation is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified

3.10. Floor covering protection is installed as per specifications

4. Complete housekeeping

4.1. Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriate

4.4. Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed

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 when installing custom design carpets and decorative finishes 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 installation of custom designed carpets and decorative finishes including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the installation of custom design carpet and decorative finishes

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the installing of custom design carpet

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 for underlays

type, characteristics, uses and limitations of pattern carpets

types and uses of carpet installation tools, equipment and materials

techniques for:

stretching and joining carpet

adhesive bonding and joining of carpet

the use of Velcro and equivalent systems

workplace safety system requirements related to carpet installation

work flow in relation to preparation, layout, stretching, cutting and finishing of carpet

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 custom designed carpet and decorative finishes

Interpret work order and locate and apply 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

Complete a minimum of:

one installation of a needle punch carpet to wall or floor, containing a logo/motif using adhesive bonded installation systems

installation of a tufted carpet containing a motif and custom design concepts using the carpet gripper strip system of installation

installation of a woven carpet containing a motif and custom design concepts (bordered installation) and pattern matching, using the dual-bond system of installation

one installation of PVC backed carpet to a floor, containing a logo/motif and custom design concepts using adhesive bonded installation systems

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:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to installing custom design carpet and decorative finishes

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

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)

Custom design carpet floor coverings

may include tufted carpet, woven carpet and fusion bonded carpet, needlepunch carpet, PVC backed carpet, boned foam underlay, SBR foam underlay, needlepunched fibre underlay

Instructions

Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawing and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

Tools and equipment

are to include carpet knee kicker, power stretcher, carpet stair tool, hand trucks, carpet trolleys, hammer, utility knife, hook knife, carpet wall trimmer, heat seam iron, spiked carpet roller, weight or seam roller, awl, carpet spreader, carpet shears, napping shears, loop pile cutter, cushion back cutter, moulding lifter and sewing needle

Materials

may include but are not limited to architectural carpet gripper strips, metal mouldings and PVC trims, heat seam tape, hessian tape, thread and adhesives

Unit sector

Flooring Technology

Carpet

This unit contains employability skills.