CPPCLO3109 — Clean fabric upholstery

1 Assess cleaning requirements of upholstery.

• 1.1Identify cleaning requirements and worksite access and security procedures and, if needed, clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.
• 1.2Check and document pre-existing damage to upholstery according to organisational requirements.
• 1.3Determine construction, yarn, weave and texture type, backing materials, cushion filling and piping material by observation and touch according to organisational requirements.
• 1.4Test upholstery fabric sample to identify probable dye methods, colour-fastness and any previously applied topical treatments according to manufacturer specifications, organisational and WHS requirements.
• 1.5Determine method, equipment and cleaning agents according to job requirements and manufacturer recommendations.

2 Prepare and apply cleaning methods to fabric upholstery.

• 2.1Explain cleaning processes and expected outcomes to client and gain approval to proceed.
• 2.2Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 2.3Assess workplace hazards, position safety signage and barriers and check for correct operation of equipment according to WHS and organisational requirements.
• 2.4Spot clean where required according to job requirements and manufacturer recommendations.
• 2.5Apply cleaning methods according to type of soil and sequence of tasks according to job and organisational requirements.

3 Apply topical treatment to cleaned upholstery.

• 3.1Select and prepare equipment, including PPE required for the task.
• 3.2Select and prepare topical treatment according to manufacturer specifications, WHS and organisational requirements.
• 3.3Prepare area to be treated according to manufacturer specifications and organisational requirements.
• 3.4Spray upholstery with selected product according to manufacturer specifications.

4 Complete work activities.

• 4.1Tidy work area, remove safety signage and barriers and dispose of soil and waste in accordance with WHS and environmental requirements.
• 4.2Safely clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
• 4.3Check cleaning equipment for faults, wear or damage and report in accordance with organisational requirements.
• 4.4Record site cleaning and store cleaning equipment and materials in accordance with organisational requirements.

What does an assessment tool for CPPCLO3109 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPPCLO3109 needs to address all 32 unit components: 4 elements with 18 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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