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Install unpatterned tufted carpet

Install unpatterned tufted carpet

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2037
State Code
OAJ86
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
115
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare, cut, lay out, join, power stretch, trim and finish unpatterned tufted carpet, using the carpet gripper installation system. It includes installation to box and winder steps.This unit applies to flooring technicians installing carpet 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. Industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied. 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 Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Correctly identify work requirements and process from review of documentation
  • 1.3 Select and check tools, equipment and materials for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use
  • 1.4 Plan sequence of work, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation
  • 1.5 Confirm sub-floor suitability for installation consistent with Australian Standards and manufacturer recommendations
2. Set out materials
  • 2.1 Check carpet to be installed against order and acclimatise carpet in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.2 Inspect underlay and gripper strips to confirm correct fitting
  • 2.3 Clear work area of scraps or other contaminants.
3. Lay carpet
  • 3.1 Identify and follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing
  • 3.2 Lay out carpet pieces and check for size, direction of pile and match
  • 3.3 Cut, seal and join carpet pieces in accordance with manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards
  • 3.4 Use stretching and fixing methods in accordance with manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards
  • 3.5 Inspect finished work for compliance with work order, workplace and Australian Standards
4. Complete housekeeping
  • 4.1 Store and recycle unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Clean work area and dispose of rubbish safely
  • 4.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI348 MSFFL2018 Install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings Unit of competency
WI350 MSFFL2020 Install unpatterned tufted and bonded carpet floor coverings to stairs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEY68 MSFFL3104 Install unpatterned tufted carpet Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BED0 MSF30818 Certificate III in Flooring Technology Qualification
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
BIJ6 MSF20122 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification