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:

Epoxy and seamless flooring includes:
trowelled epoxy
self levelling epoxy
flake floors
granule floors
epoxy coatings (seamless)
spray on roller coatings and waterproofing
and joint sealing

Monolithic sub-floor preparation is to include:
sanding
grinding and the application of levelling compounds and primers

Unit context

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

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

General tools and equipment are to include:
utility knife
straight edge
square
tape measure
trowels
rollers
brushes
buckets
trolley

Sanding equipment is to include:
sander
edger
belt-sander
sander belts and paper

Grinding equipment is to include:
grinder
grinding stones and materials

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
acrylics
epoxy
polyurethane
separating strips
flushing strips
joining strips
expansion jointing
additives (flakes and granules)
oil and lubricants for equipment

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 use and operation of tools and equipment

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

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

Manufacturers' instructions for the 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 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 or others
Work effectively with others
To complete a minimum of three of the following:
a trowelled epoxy floor
a self levelling epoxy floor
a flake floor
a seamless floor
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Characteristics and requirements of monolithic sub--floor preparation
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of epoxy and seamless floor coverings
Techniques for preparing epoxy and seamless materials, including decorative additives
The type, characteristics, uses and limitations of sanders/grinders
Workplace safety system requirements related to sanding and grinding
The types and uses of relevant tools and equipment
Workplace safety system requirements related to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings

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 epoxy and seamless flooring application problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to the application of epoxy and seamless floor coverings including tools, equipment, applicators, measuring devices and finishers

Resource Implications
Epoxy and seamless flooring materials, application system, sanding equipment, grinding equipment and access to floors requiring covering.

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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other related units of competency, e.g. sub-floor inspection.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant epoxy and seamless flooring materials, equipment, 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
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(2)