Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for installation

1.1 Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements

1.2 Read documentation and identify work requirements and process

1.3 Confirm sub-floor suitability for installation consistent with Australian Standards and manufacturer recommendations

1.4 Select and check tools, equipment and materials for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use

1.5 Select suitable adhesives, fixing trims and accessories

1.6 Lay out materials to meet specification requirements and to minimise waste

1.7 Plan sequence of work, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2. Set out materials

2.1 Check carpet cushion orunderlay and gripper accessories to be installed against order and acclimatise in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

2.2 Fit carpet grippers in accordance with specifications, plan and workplace procedures

2.3 Fit metal mouldings at thresholds and abutments to other flooring surfaces in accordance with specifications, plan and workplace procedures

3. Lay and fix floor covering

3.1 Identify and follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing

3.2 Cut underlay to required shape with minimum waste of materials

3.3 Organise and use materials for fixing in accordance with manufacturer and safety management requirements

3.4 Fix underlay using methods and equipment which follow manufacturer instructions

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