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Sand and fill parquetry flooring
Sand and fill parquetry flooring
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFL3604A
LMFFL3604A
State Code
W8595
W8595
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/2011
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
08/04/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit specifies the outcomes required to course, finish and fine sand and fill parquetry floors in preparation to apply coating or recoat the flooring. This process may involve the use of a split drum/belt floor sander, rotary or orbital sanding machines and an edge sanding machine.
Notes
Elements and 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
RANGE STATEMENT
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
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
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI402 | MSFFL3045 | Sand and fill parquetry flooring | Unit of competency |
