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Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers and damp proof membranes to concrete sub-floors

Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers and damp proof membranes to concrete sub-floors

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFL2009
State Code
WI339
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 concrete sub-floors and applying moisture barriers and damp proof membranes in readiness for the installation of floor coverings and coatings.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 work
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to moisture barriers and damp proof membranes 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-floors are inspected in accordance with Australian Standards and treatment system identified
  • 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 Material safety data sheets (MSDS), or equivalent, are read and applied during work
  • 1.6 Materials and equipment are prepared and positioned for use
  • 1.7 Surfaces are cleaned in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
2 Apply moisture suppressant
  • 2.1 Surface coating is applied with the depth and coverage in accordance with manufacturer specifications and job requirements
  • 2.2 Sub-floor is checked and cleared for further processing
3 Apply moisture barrier
  • 3.1 Moisture is established as hydrostatic pressure, capillary moisture, or new concrete with high moisture content
  • 3.2 Moisture content is established as reducing, construction moisture or a result of damaged membrane or capillary action
  • 3.3 All corners, cracks and other penetrations are strengthened
  • 3.4 barrier material is laid in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 3.5 Second coating is applied as required
  • 3.6 Sub-floor is checked and cleared for further processing
4 Complete housekeeping
  • 4.1 Unused materials are stored or recycled as required
  • 4.2 Remains of compounds used are cleaned up and disposed of appropriately
  • 4.3 Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 4.4 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of appropriately
  • 4.5 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8532 LMFFL2105A Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers and damp proof membranes to concrete sub-floors Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ93 MSFFL2032 Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers to concrete subfloors Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification