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Prepare surfaces for tiling application

Prepare surfaces for tiling application

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCWF3001
State Code
OCP14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040313 - Ceiling, Wall And Floor Fixing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to repair and prepare different substrates for wall and floor tiling applications.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states and territories and users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to prepare surfaces for tiling application.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret task work instructions and plan sequence of work.
  • 1.2 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each stage of the task.
  • 1.3 Plan all work to comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, workplace requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
  • 1.6 Select materials required for task, calculate quantities, handle safely and prepare and position ready for use.
2 Prepare materials for preparing substrate.
  • 2.1 Check tiling materials for product suitability to task, ensuring compatibility with surface material.
  • 2.2 Determine activities for material preparation.
  • 2.3 Carry out material preparation to satisfy the requirements of the application process.
3 Prepare framed substrates.
  • 3.1 Prepare and install underlay for tiling application.
  • 3.2 Finish substrate surface to approved surface standards with joints flush.
  • 3.3 Clean surfaces to remove all contaminants and loose material.
4 Prepare cementitious and masonry substrate surface.
  • 4.1 Determine substrate structure and clean surfaces to remove all contaminants and loose material.
  • 4.2 Control suction with the use of water and apply slurry and bonding agent if required.
  • 4.3 Measure and mix materials for screeding and/or rendering, ensuring that mortar is bonded to the substrate.
  • 4.4 Screed and/or render and finish mortar to float finish applying specified fall.
  • 4.5 Protect the screeded and/or rendered area with signs and barricades to allow to dry and/or cure.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9610 CPCCWF3001A Prepare surfaces for tiling application Unit of competency