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 Correctly identify work requirements and process from review of documentation

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

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

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

2. Set out materials

2.1 Check carpet to be installed against order and acclimatise carpet in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

2.2 Inspect underlay and gripper strips to confirm correct fitting

2.3 Clear work area of scraps or other contaminants.

3. Lay carpet

3.1 Identify and follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing

3.2 Lay out carpet pieces and check for size, direction of pile and match

3.3 Cut, seal and join carpet pieces in accordance with manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards

3.4 Use stretching and fixing methods in accordance with manufacturer instructions and Australian Standards

3.5 Inspect finished work for compliance with work order, workplace and Australian Standards

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