MSFFL3080 — Install timber flooring materials to stairs

1 Prepare materials for installation

• 1.1Identify and follow work health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements
• 1.2Correctly identify work requirements and process from review of documentation
• 1.3Confirm subfloor suitability for installation consistent with Australian Standards and manufacturer recommendations
• 1.4Measure stairway or steps and accurately calculate the required amount flooring materials
• 1.5Select adhesives, trims and accessories based on job requirements
• 1.6Select tools and equipment and check prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
• 1.7Plan sequence of work, including a starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of installation

2 Set out materials for installation

• 2.1Check timber flooring against work order and acclimatise in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
• 2.2Use materials in accordance with safety management requirements
• 2.3Establish working lines and starting point

3 Lay out flooring material

• 3.1Follow instructions and sequence for laying and fixing
• 3.2Lay out materials to meet specifications and minimise waste
• 3.3Maximise the aesthetics of the materials, including matching grains and colours
• 3.4Check required underlay against specified type, manufacturer recommendations and fittings
• 3.5Carry out any remedial work to stairway to ensure finished stairway is consistent with guidelines set out in relevant standards, codes and guidelines

4 Install flooring material

• 4.1Cut flooring materials in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.2Install required underlay in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
• 4.3Use fixing methods and equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and safety management requirements
• 4.4Install flooring materials to specifications to the subfloor in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.5Check finished stairway for flaws in installation and materials and rectify faults

5 Complete housekeeping

• 5.1Store and recycle unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.2Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.3Clean work area and dispose of rubbish safely
• 5.4Accurately complete required workplace documentation

What does an assessment tool for MSFFL3080 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSFFL3080 needs to address all 56 unit components: 5 elements with 24 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 26 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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