Unit of competency Outline
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Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives
Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFL2103A
LMFFL2103A
State Code
W8530
W8530
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/2011
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
08/04/2011
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit covers the competency to select and apply appropriate compounds and additives to sub-floors in preparation for the installation of floor coverings.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the subfloor properties
- 1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the use of appropriate compounds and additives, 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. Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used
- 1.4. The type of floor/wall construction and the building floor/wall structure and sub-structure are identified
- 1.5. Datum lines are run and checked to confirm dimensions
- 1.6. Timber and/or concrete flooring inspections are completed to identify irregularities
- 1.7. Wall inspections are completed to identify irregularities
2. Select appropriate compounds and additives
- 2.1. Types of floor and wall preparation compounds and additives and their functions are identified from relevant information sources
- 2.2. Sub-floors/walls are checked for contamination, moisture content, plane, smooth and suitable preparation
- 2.3. Suitable compounds and additives are selected consistent with the needs of the job
3. Prepare compounds and additives
- 3.1. 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
- 3.2. Selected compounds and additives for application are organised and prepared in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
- 3.3. The method of application is selected
- 3.4. Sequence of work is planned to ensure the application of appropriate compounds and additives is in logical order
4. Apply compounds and additives
- 4.1. Working lines are established and starting point is selected
- 4.2. Mixing station is established and selected compounds and additives are mixed to manufacturer instructions
- 4.3. Selected compounds and additives are applied to the sub-floor surface following manufacturer instructions
- 4.4. Sub-floors are inspected and reworked as required
5. Clean up work area and tools
- 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
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Appropriate compounds and additives
may include preparation primers, self- smoothing/levelling cements, pumpable cement base floor leveller, two part, chemically cured epoxy coating for porous concrete floors, rapid setting and drying repair mortar, latex powder and emulsion based sub-floor smoothing compounds, synthetic resin dispersion and high polymer cement based finishes
Instructions
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Personal protective equipment
is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices
Tools and equipment
may include utility knife, straight edge, square, tape measure, spirit level, screed bar, gauging tool, finishing trowel, corner trowel, spatula, rollers, brushes, measuring buckets, batching buckets, mixing drill, mixing paddle and trolley
Materials
are to include but are not limited to sanding paper, grinding discs, carborundum brick, smoothing and repairing compounds and primers
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Appropriate compounds and additives
may include preparation primers, self- smoothing/levelling cements, pumpable cement base floor leveller, two part, chemically cured epoxy coating for porous concrete floors, rapid setting and drying repair mortar, latex powder and emulsion based sub-floor smoothing compounds, synthetic resin dispersion and high polymer cement based finishes
Instructions
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Personal protective equipment
is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices
Tools and equipment
may include utility knife, straight edge, square, tape measure, spirit level, screed bar, gauging tool, finishing trowel, corner trowel, spatula, rollers, brushes, measuring buckets, batching buckets, mixing drill, mixing paddle and trolley
Materials
are to include but are not limited to sanding paper, grinding discs, carborundum brick, smoothing and repairing compounds and primers
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Interpret work order and locate relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to the building structures and to equipment
select the correct compound or additive for the job
identify and respond to product incompatibilities
Complete a minimum of three applications where appropriate compounds and additives are selected, prepared and applied to substrates in preparation for finish coverings
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Work effectively with others
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
realistic application requirements
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to the application of compounds and additives
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Interpret work order and locate relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to the building structures and to equipment
select the correct compound or additive for the job
identify and respond to product incompatibilities
Complete a minimum of three applications where appropriate compounds and additives are selected, prepared and applied to substrates in preparation for finish coverings
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Work effectively with others
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
realistic application requirements
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to the application of compounds and additives
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0188 | LMFFC2005A | Prepare monolithic sub-floor | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI337 | MSFFL2007 | Select and apply appropriate compounds and additives | Unit of competency |
