MSFFL3065
Install resilient tiles


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set out, cut, lay and fix resilient tiles in single and multiple connecting rooms in both residential and commercial sites using both single and multi-directional installation methods. It includes the installation of tiles with specific design features such as patterns, motifs and logos.

This unit applies to flooring technicians installing resilient tiles 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 the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

1.7 Check resilient tiles 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 materials for fixing and use in accordance with safety management requirements

2.3 Set out patterns, motifs, logos and custom design requirements to specification

2.4 Establish working lines and starting point

3. Lay resilient tiles

3.1 Lay out materials to meet specification requirements and minimise waste

3.2 Match or contrast material grains and patterns as appropriate

3.3Accurately and clearly mark resilient tiles for cutting

3.4 Cut and lay resilient tiles to required shape with minimum waste of materials

3.5 Place and fix trims and accessories in accordance with job requirements

3.6 Check complete installation for flaws in installation and materials 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