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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify and prepare for work requirements
  2. Apply finishing system
  3. 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 individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Stains include:

pigment and fade-resisting stains

lacquer-based wiping stains

spirit-based stains

water and oil-based stains

Fillers include:

oil-based

water-based

plastic (one-pot) filler

Tools and equipment include:

liquid containers

rubber gloves

face masks

brooms

brushes

vacuum cleaner

paint brushes

applicators

paint rollers

roller tray

sanding blocks

flat trowel

spatula

masking tape

plastic sheeting

Surfaces to be finished include:

traditional tongue and groove strip timber flooring

block or mosaic parquetry flooring

Surface inspection includes:

ensuring that surface is free from dust and debris, moisture content is acceptable and stable and any preservatives, protective coatings or other contaminants are adequately removed

Work sequence includes:

preparation

inspection

coating applications and intermediate steps

finalisation

acceptance inspection

WHS requirements include:

personal protective equipment which is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices, and include:

isolation processes, including barriers, tapes and entry access controls

breathing support and ventilation extraction systems

Application methods include:

brushes

rollers

applicators

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

Complete the selection and application of a minimum of two (2) types of stains, including:

lacquer-based

spirit-based

Apply fillers to a minimum of one (1) parquetry floor and one (1) strip floor of two (2) different timber types

Identify faults/problems and identify and carry out corrective action

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 application of stains and fillers to timber flooring

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for applying stains and fillers to timber flooring

Methods of floor preparation from basic sanding to finishing sanding and edging

Characteristics of stains and fillers in relation to ventilation, moisture content of timber, timber species and reaction to change of temperature and relative humidity

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of stain and filling materials, including manufacturer recommendations

Types and uses of floor staining and filling tools and equipment

Workplace safety systems related to floor staining and filling processes

Work flow in relation to the application of stains and fillers to timber floors

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Appropriate mathematical procedures for measurement, estimation and mixing of stains and fillers for a given area

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information