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Select, operate and maintain grinding equipment

Select, operate and maintain grinding equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2011
State Code
WI341
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers selecting, operating and maintaining grinding equipment in applications relating to floor preparation.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 Identify grinding equipment
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the use of grinding equipment are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Types of grinding equipment and their functions are identified from relevant information sources
  • 1.3 Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks
  • 1.4 Sources of power supply are recognised
2 Select grinding equipment
  • 2.1 Grinding equipment and attachments are selected consistent with the needs of the job
  • 2.2 Grinding equipment is checked for serviceability and safety and any faults are correct or processed for repair
3 Clean and prepare sub-floor
  • 3.1 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used
  • 3.2 Fittings and fixtures are removed from the sub-floor
  • 3.3 Sub-floor is cleared of loose debris and dirt, and cleaned
4 Smooth the floor
  • 4.1 Work sequence and starting point are selected
  • 4.2 Perimeter is smoothed using light equipment and appropriate cutter
  • 4.3 Main area is smoothed to the required standard using the most appropriate available equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • 4.4 Floor area is cleaned, inspected and re-worked as required
5 Complete housekeeping
  • 5.1 All tools are cleaned, maintained and stored
  • 5.2 Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored
  • 5.3 Work area is cleared and waste removed
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ87 MSFFL2035 Mechanically prepare surfaces for installation of flooring materials Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification