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.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for the work

1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to coarse, finish andfine sanding and filling parquetry 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. Parquetry flooring is inspected for contamination, moisture content and suitability for coarse, finish and fine sanding operations and any pre-sanding tasks are completed

1.4. Parquetry flooring condition is assessed and the extent of course, finish and fine sanding and filling 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 coarse sanding operations

2.1. 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 belts or papers are selected

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

2.6. Sanding belts or papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

2.7. Coarse sanding is completed systematically and effectively with the grain, against the grain and across the grain within the minimum required timeframe

2.8. Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

2.9. Coarse sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

3. Conduct edge sanding operations

3.1. Edge 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. Edge sanding is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

3.8. Routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment are completed as required

3.9. Edge sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

4. Conduct finish sanding operations

4.1. Finish 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. Finish sanding of the body and perimeter of the floor is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

4.8. Fine sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

5. Conduct filling operations

5.1. Surface to be filled is inspected and assessed as being ready for filling with the selected filler

5.2. Work sequence is planned to ensure efficiency and quality of application

5.3. Ventilation is checked before chemical fumes are released, and all OHS requirements are met including use of personal protective equipment

5.4. Environmental protection regulations are complied with

5.5. Filling material is prepared as per manufacturer specifications.

5.6. Trial applications of fillers are made to check equipment operation, materials consistency, viscosity and specified colour

5.7. Faults and or inconsistencies in colour are identified and workplace procedures for rectification and adjustment are followed

5.8. Filling material is applied in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

5.9. Recommended drying times are observed before fine sanding

5.10. Sanding between coats, where required, is carried out according to manufacturer recommendations

5.11. Finished floors are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing

5.12. Final finish meets the requirements of the job

6. Conduct fine sanding operations

6.1. Fine sanding equipment is set up in accordance with manufacturer instructions and operating procedures

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

6.3. Equipment settings and adjustments are made and checked

6.4. Sanding papers are selected

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

6.6. Sanding papers are attached, routinely checked and changed as required

6.7. Fine sanding of the body and perimeter of the floor is completed systematically and effectively within the minimum required timeframe

6.8. Fine sanded parquetry flooring is cleaned, inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures

7. Complete housekeeping

7.1. Unused materials are stored or recycled as required

7.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately

7.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately

7.4. Workplace documentation is 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 coarse, finish, fine sanding and filling parquetry 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 coarse, finish, fine sanding and filling of parquetry floors including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to fine sanding parquetry flooring

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling parquetry flooring

characteristics, requirements and techniques for coarse, finish, fine sanding and filling parquetry flooring

types and uses of relevant tools and equipment used to conduct coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling operations

workplace safety system requirements related to coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling parquetry flooring

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

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution.

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 parquetry 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 two different types of parquetry floors from the following list:

block (mandatory) and

mosaic ormulti-directional patterned

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 parquetry 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

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 parquetry floors either after a finish 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, 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

Sanding equipment

may include split drum or belt sander, orbital or rotary finishing sanding 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

Finish sanding

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

Surface inspection

is to ensure that surface is free from dust and debris, moisture content is acceptable and stable and any preservatives, protective coatings or other contaminants are adequately removed

Work sequence

is to include preparation, inspection, coating application(s) and intermediate steps, finalisation and acceptance inspection

Application methods

may include, trowels, applicators.

Filling material

fillers are to include oil based, water-based and plastic (one-pot) filler

Fine sanding equipment

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

Unit sector

Flooring Technology

Timber/Sanding and Finishing

This unit contains employability skills.