Install synthetic floor coverings to sports facilities and outdoor spaces

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 6:32 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
MSFFL3010

State Code
WI367

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

Description

This unit of competency covers installing synthetic textile and other floor coverings to indoor and outdoor sporting facilities and outdoor spaces, including the preparation, cutting, laying out, joining, fixing and finishing of the covering material. It applies to a wide variety of flooring technology installation operations and involves application of skills and knowledge at a trade worker level.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 installation of synthetic textile floor coverings 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 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
1.4 Sub-floor condition is assessed for suitability for installation
1.5 Suitable adhesives, trims and accessories are selected, if required
1.6 Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2 Set out materials

2.1 Synthetic floor covering material to be installed is checked against the work order
2.2 Synthetic floor covering is acclimatised according to manufacturer recommendations
2.3 Soft underlays for synthetic floor coverings, where applicable, are cut and laid to specification
2.4 Working lines and starting point are established
2.5 Adhesives and edge strips are prepared for use as required

3 Lay floor covering

3.1 Instructions and sequence for laying and fixing are followed
3.2 Materials for fixing are organised and used in accordance with relevant safety management requirements
3.3 Synthetic floor coverings are laid out to meet pattern and specification requirements and to minimise waste and joins
3.4 Synthetic floor coverings are accurately and clearly marked for cutting
3.5 Synthetic floor coverings are cut to length, joins are cut and prepared for final laying
3.6 Line marking is completed where required
3.7 Cover trims are fitted and finished
3.8 Completed installation is checked for flaws in installation and materials and faults rectified

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 appropriate
4.4 Workplace documentation is completed

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
OAJ67	MSFFL3063	Install synthetic textile floor coverings to sports facilities and outdoor spaces	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
J736	MSF30813	Certificate III in Flooring Technology	Qualification