Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Damage and imperfections

Damage and imperfections include those caused by sub-floor ventilation, water, rot, insects, structural faults and fire

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, organisation insurance requirements, Australian Standards, manual handling procedures and other relevant regulations

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in inspecting and repairing timber floors

Tools and equipment are to include:
drop saw
jig saw
plunger saw
hand saw
nail gun
moisture meter
glue gun
belt sander
drum sander
edge sander
rotary sander
hammer and chisels

Tools and equipment may include:
planer
circular saw
combination saw

Materials may include but are not limited to:
cork
parquetry
floating floor and strip flooring materials
underlay
glues
adhesives
nails
floor finishing stains and coatings
sandpaper

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools

Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

Manufacturers' recommendations for the selection and use of equipment and materials

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
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
To complete a minimum of two types of repair involving removing and replacing:
strip timber flooring
parquetry flooring and/or
floating flooring
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of timber flooring materials
Causes of imperfections and damage to timber flooring
Characteristics of timber and monolithic sub-floors
Requirements of sub-floor ventilation
Techniques and requirements for conducting moisture testing
Workplace safety system requirements relating to inspecting and repairing timber flooring materials
Workflow in relation to the repair of timber flooring materials

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures
Communication. 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
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate repair problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to inspection and repair including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Timber flooring materials, consumables, tools and equipment, flooring to be repaired.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant repair equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)