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Install floor tiles

Install floor tiles

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCWF3002
State Code
OCO86
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040313 - Ceiling, Wall And Floor Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install floor tiles to different substrates.It includes the preparation, cutting, installing and grouting of tiles for floors, including steps and and/or or stairs and thresholds.A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states and territories and users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to install floor tiles.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret task work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each stage of the task.
  • 1.3 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Set out floor tiling.
  • 2.1 Clear area to be tiled.
  • 2.2 Check that tiles are fit for purpose and conform to task size, patterns, colours and characteristics.
  • 2.3 Check waterproof membrane for integrity and conformance to regulatory requirements.
  • 2.4 Set out tile work to be symmetrical and balanced, including allowance for movement joints, and to produce minimal waste.
3 Cut floor tiles.
  • 3.1 Cut tiles without damage to tile edges, surfaces or finish.
  • 3.2 Cut holes for penetrations to shape, size and specified tolerance.
4 Prepare substrate and install floor tiles.
  • 4.1 Prepare and apply screed to specified consistency and surface finish.
  • 4.2 Prepare substrate surface, free from contaminants and residues to receive adhesive.
  • 4.3 Match adhesive with tile and substrate material and mix according to manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 4.4 Install tiles, maintaining alignment of joints that are uniform in size and with the specified finished surface.
  • 4.5 Insert movement joints.
5 Tile treads, risers, steps and thresholds.
  • 5.1 Determine step rises and goings from steps and and/or or stairs.
  • 5.2 Set out steps for uniform rise to comply with building code and make even cut on both sides of steps.
  • 5.3 Install tiles, maintaining alignment of joints that are uniform in size and with the specified finished surface.
6 Grout tiles.
  • 6.1 Clean and prepare joints to receive grout.
  • 6.2 Mix and apply grout.
  • 6.3 Clean and polish tiles.
  • 6.4 Protect tiles from damage during remaining construction.
7 Clean up.
  • 7.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 7.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9611 CPCCWF3002A Fix floor tiles Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE1 CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling Qualification