Unit of competency Outline

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Clean fabric upholstery

Clean fabric upholstery

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO3109
State Code
ODO90
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to clean fabric upholstery. The unit covers identifying the backing materials used, classifying the fibre, and assessing the furniture construction. It also covers selecting methods, equipment and cleaning agents to perform the cleaning task safely and efficiently. It includes the topical application of antimicrobial agents, antistatic agents, deodorisers and protectors to cleaned upholstery.This unit applies to cleaning industry personnel who work alone or in teams in commercial and domestic sites. They use a range of cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply a range of methods, tools, materials and information to complete routine cleaning activities and provide solutions to predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems. All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assess cleaning requirements of upholstery.
  • 1.1 Identify cleaning requirements and worksite access and security procedures and, if needed, clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.
  • 1.2 Check and document pre-existing damage to upholstery according to organisational requirements.
  • 1.3 Determine construction, yarn, weave and texture type, backing materials, cushion filling and piping material by observation and touch according to organisational requirements.
  • 1.4 Test upholstery fabric sample to identify probable dye methods, colour-fastness and any previously applied topical treatments according to manufacturer specifications, organisational and WHS requirements.
  • 1.5 Determine method, equipment and cleaning agents according to job requirements and manufacturer recommendations.
2 Prepare and apply cleaning methods to fabric upholstery.
  • 2.1 Explain cleaning processes and expected outcomes to client and gain approval to proceed.
  • 2.2 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.3 Assess workplace hazards, position safety signage and barriers and check for correct operation of equipment according to WHS and organisational requirements.
  • 2.4 Spot clean where required according to job requirements and manufacturer recommendations.
  • 2.5 Apply cleaning methods according to type of soil and sequence of tasks according to job and organisational requirements.
3 Apply topical treatment to cleaned upholstery.
  • 3.1 Select and prepare equipment, including PPE required for the task.
  • 3.2 Select and prepare topical treatmentaccording to manufacturer specifications, WHS and organisational requirements.
  • 3.3 Prepare area to be treated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.
  • 3.4 Spray upholstery with selected product according to manufacturer specifications.
4 Complete work activities.
  • 4.1 Tidy work area, remove safety signage and barriers and dispose of soil and waste in accordance with WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 4.2 Safely clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
  • 4.3 Check cleaning equipment for faults, wear or damage and report in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.4 Record site cleaning and store cleaning equipment and materials in accordance with organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXF14 CPPCLO3024 Clean fabric upholstery Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHD5 CPP30321 Certificate III in Cleaning Operations Qualification