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Install carpet cushion underlays and gripper accessories

Install carpet cushion underlays and gripper accessories

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2017
State Code
WI347
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
32
Description
This unit of competency covers preparing, laying out, cutting, laying and fixing carpet cushion/underlays, and carpet gripper accessories prior to laying carpet floor coverings using the carpet gripper system.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 installation
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the preparation for the installation of carpets are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process required to complete work tasks
  • 1.3 Sub-floor condition is assessed for the type of carpet cushion underlay/floor covering to be installed
  • 1.4 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
  • 1.5 Suitable adhesives, fixing trims and accessories are selected
  • 1.6 Materials are laid out to meet specification requirements and to minimise waste
  • 1.7 Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
2 Set out materials
  • 2.1 Carpet cushion/underlay and gripper accessories to be installed are checked against order
  • 2.2 Carpet cushion/underlays are acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.3 Carpet grippers are fitted in accordance with specifications, plan and/or enterprise procedures
  • 2.4 Metal mouldings are fitted at thresholds and abutments to other flooring surfaces in accordance with specifications, plan and/or enterprise procedures
3 Lay floor covering
  • 3.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
  • 3.2 Underlay is cut to required shape with minimum waste of materials
  • 3.3 Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
  • 3.4 Underlay is fixed using methods and equipment which follow manufacturer instructions
4 Complete housekeeping
  • 4.1 Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
  • 4.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 4.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • 4.4 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8540 LMFFL2201A Install carpet cushion/underlays and gripper accessories Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ88 MSFFL2036 Install soft carpet underlays and gripper accessories Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J736 MSF30813 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification