MSFFL2038
Install lay flat vinyl floor coverings


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set out, lay and cut flat vinyl floor coverings to single and connecting rooms using pattern matching, seam cutting, joining and sealing techniques.

This unit applies to flooring technicians laying floor coverings in accordance with pre-determined work orders.

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. Industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).


Elements and Performance Criteria

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

1.3 Confirm subfloor suitability for installation consistent with Australian Standards and manufacturer recommendations

1.4 Select adhesives, trims and accessories based on job requirements

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

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

1.8 Check coverings to be installed against order and acclimatise in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

2. Set out materials

2.1 Identify and follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing

2.2 Organise and use floor coverings in accordance with safety management requirements

2.3 Establish working lines and starting point

3. Lay flat vinyl

3.1 Lay out floor coverings to meet directional sequence, pattern match, specification requirements minimising waste and joins

3.2 Accurately and clearly mark floor coverings for cutting

3.3 Cut floor coverings to required pattern and shape with minimum waste of materials

3.4 Apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer instructions

3.5 Seal seams using cold welding techniques and equipment suited to the material

3.6 Check completed installation for flaws in installation and materials, and identify and rectify faults

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

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.


Sectors

Flooring technology