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Install strip timber flooring onto plywood

Install strip timber flooring onto plywood

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL3039
State Code
WI396
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers installing tongue and groove strip timber flooring onto plywood which may be over joists, concrete or a sub-floor to either raise a floor or correct the level of a floor. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking flooring work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the installation of strip timber flooring onto plywood 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 Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation of strip timber flooring consistent with Australian Standards, industry standards and manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.4 Suitable moisture membrane, fixings, adhesives, trims and accessories are selected as required.
  • 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 Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2 Lay moisture membrane
  • 2.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
  • 2.2 Skirting boards or cover trims are removed or undercut, if required, and stored for re-fitting or sent for machining
  • 2.3 Moisture proof membrane is fixed following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
3 Cut and fix plywood underlay
  • 3.1 Timber flooring to be installed is checked against order
  • 3.2 Timber flooring is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.3 Area to be covered is measured, working lines and starting point are established
  • 3.4 Plywood underlay for fixing is organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 3.5 Plywood underlay is accurately and clearly marked for cutting
  • 3.6 Plywood underlay is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste
  • 3.7 Fixings are prepared for use as required
  • 3.8 Plywood underlay is fixed using methods and equipment that follows manufacturer recommendations
4 Cut and fix timber flooring
  • 4.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing timber flooring are followed
  • 4.2 Work lines and starting point are established
  • 4.3 Timber flooring is laid out to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements, and to minimise waste and joins as appropriate
  • 4.4 The aesthetics of the materials are maximised, where appropriate, matching grains and colours
  • 4.5 Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations
  • 4.6 Timber flooring is cut to length and size for final laying to provide appropriate size and shape ensuring minimum waste
5 Lay strip timber flooring
  • 5.1 Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 5.2 Fixing methods and equipment are used following manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
  • 5.3 Appropriate field and perimeter expansion joints are allowed
  • 5.4 Skirting boards or cover trims are fitted and finished
  • 5.5 Finished job is inspected and any imperfections are rectified following workplace procedures
6 Complete housekeeping
  • 6.1 Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
  • 6.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 6.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • 6.4 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ43 MSFFL3085 Install battens or plywood in preparation for strip timber Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification