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Install laminate flooring

Install laminate flooring

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2039
State Code
OAJ84
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare, cut, lay and fix laminate, flooring of all types. This unit applies to flooring technicians working in accordance with pre-determined work orders.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. Industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied. 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 materials for installation
  • 1.1 Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Correctly identify work requirements and process from review of documentation
  • 1.3 Confirm subfloor suitability for installation consistent with Australian Standards and manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.4 Select and check tools, equipment and materials prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.5 Plan sequence of work, and starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2. Set out materials for installation
  • 2.1 Check flooring for installation against work order and acclimatise in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.2 Organise and use flooring for fixing in accordance with safety management requirements
  • 2.3 Remove or undercut door jambs or cover trims, and store for re-fitting or send for machining in accordance with work requirements
  • 2.4 Prepare required adhesives and edge strips for use
  • 2.5 Establish working lines and starting point
3. Lay out flooring
  • 3.1 Follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing
  • 3.2 Lay appropriate underlay in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.3 Lay flooring to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements and to minimise waste and joins
  • 3.4 Maximise the aesthetics of the materials, including matching grains and colours
  • 3.5 Mark flooring materials accurately and clearly for cutting
  • 3.6 Cut materials to length and size for final laying ensuring minimum waste.
4. Lay flooring
  • 4.1 Organise materials for fixing and use in accordance with safety management requirements
  • 4.2 Use fixing methods and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 4.3 Allow appropriate field and perimeter expansion joints
  • 4.4 Fit and/or refit skirting boards or cover trims and finish
  • 4.5 Inspect finished job and any rectify imperfections following workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Identify and make required preparations for sanding of flooring
5. Complete flooring
  • 5.1 Store and recycle unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Clean work area and dispose of rubbish safely
  • 5.4 Remove and store barriers and signs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI353 MSFFL2023 Install laminate timber and bamboo flooring Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEY67 MSFFL3105 Install laminate and hybrid vinyl flooring Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BED0 MSF30818 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
BIJ6 MSF20122 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification