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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify wet cleaning operations
  2. Select wet cleaning method
  3. Prepare sub-floor for cleaning
  4. Clean the floor
  5. Complete housekeeping

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Wet cleaning methods include:

high and low pressure water hosing

detergent cleaning

acid etching

Types of wet cleaning equipment include:

low pressure sprayer

booster pump

air compressor

hand held lance

plastic sprinkling can

mop

stiff broom

floor scrubber

disc machine equipment with abrasive bristle brushes

power washer

suitable nozzle tips

pressure rated hoses

wet/dry vacuum

squeegee

run-off protection

Sources of power supply include:

single or three-phase

propane

Attachments include:

wet/dry vacuum attachment

suitable nozzle tips

run-off protection

Fault reporting includes:

identifying any faults in the operation of wet cleaning equipment

verbal or written reporting

Fittings and fixtures include:

nails

door stops

gripper strips

metal mouldings

Australian Standards include:

AS/NZS 2455.1:2007 Textile floor coverings - Installation practice - General

AS 1884-2012 Floor coverings - Resilient sheet and tiles - Installation practices

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures


Performance Evidence

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to and during the application of each of the following wet cleaning methods:

high and low water pressure cleaning

detergent cleaning

acid etching

Apply ventilation standards

Complete operator maintenance on wet cleaning high and low water pressure equipment

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity


Knowledge Evidence

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the use of wet cleaning methods

Australian Standards, including AS/NZS 2455.1:2007 Textile floor coverings - Installation practice – General, and AS 1884-2012 Floor coverings - Resilient sheet and tiles - Installation practices

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the use of wet cleaning methods

Types and characteristics of high and low water pressure, including requirements for their safe use, operation and maintenance

High and low water pressure equipment attachments, their uses, limitations and maintenance requirements

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution