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Apply finishes to cork flooring

Apply finishes to cork flooring

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL3099
State Code
OAJ30
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
040321 - Floor Coverings
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select coating systems appropriate for the job, prepare for the work and apply the selected finishes to cork flooring.This unit applies to flooring technicians working in accordance with pre-determined work orders.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 and prepare for work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Read work documentation and identify job requirements
  • 1.3 Select coating material based on product qualities and client expectations
  • 1.4 Assess selected coating materials as being compatible with each other, with the surface to be finished and with manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.5 Select and check tools, equipment and materials for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use
  • 1.6 Inspect and confirm readiness of surface to be finished and erect barrier signs to area
  • 1.7 Plan sequence of work suited to the job
2. Apply finishing system
  • 2.1 Check ventilation before chemical fumes are released, and confirm all work health and safety and environmental protection requirements are met
  • 2.2 Apply coating material in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.3 Observe recommended drying times between coats
  • 2.4 Carry out required buffing or sanding between coats in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.5 Check final finish against quality and job requirements, and rectify deficiencies
3. Complete housekeeping
  • 3.1 Store and recycle unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Clear and clean work area and dispose of rubbish safely
  • 3.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI403 MSFFL3046 Apply finishes to cork flooring Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIY1 MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
BED0 MSF30818 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification