Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare for the work

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

1.2 Read work documentation and identify job requirements

1.3 Identify surface suitability for fine sanding based on contamination and moisture content inspection, and complete pre-sanding requirements

1.4 Assess and confirm parquetry flooring condition and the extent of coarse, finish and fine sanding and filling required to meet job specifications

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

1.6 Isolate and/or encapsulate the job site to contain dust fallout from sanding operation

1.7 Plan sequence of work to ensure efficiency and quality of application

2. Sand floor

2.1 Set up, check and adjust sanding equipment and safety features in accordance with manufacturer instructions

2.2 Select and change equipment to meet requirements of the job

2.3 Select, attach and routinely check and change sanding belts or papers to ensure quality finish

2.4 Conduct trial runs to check machine operations and quality of finished work

2.5 Complete sanding systematically and effectively with the grain, against the grain and across the grain within the minimum required timeframe

2.6 Complete required routine lubrication and adjustments to the equipment

2.7 Clean and check final finish against quality and job requirements, and rectify deficiencies

3. Fill floor

3.1 Check ventilation before chemical fumes are released, and confirm all WHS and environmental protection requirements are met

3.2 Prepare filling material in accordance with manufacturer specifications

3.3 Make trial applications of fillers to check equipment operation, materials consistency, viscosity and specified colour

3.4 Identify faults and/or inconsistencies in colour and follow workplace procedures for rectification and adjustments

3.5 Apply filling material in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and observe drying times between coats

3.6 Sand between coats as required in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

3.7 Clean and check final finish against quality and job requirements, and rectify deficiencies

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