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Introduction
The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations (Construction) qualification
provides a nationally recognised qualification for individuals working in this sector; the aim
of the qualification to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence demonstrated by an
individual in the workplace.
The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body and the regulatory body
is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).
Qualification Profile
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
(Construction)
Qualification title ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering
Occupations (Construction)
Ofqual qualification number 603/6623/0
Level 2
Total Qualification Time 1270 (443 Guided Learning Hours)
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 16/9/2020
Qualification end date
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify
any gaps and help plan the assessment.
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Qualification Structure
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus ONE Optional unit.
Mandatory Units – candidates must complete all units in this group
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
CITB Ref.
for
information
only
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
Workplace 1 641
T/508/6538 Conforming to productive working practices in the
workplace 2 642
Y/508/6533 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 643
R/618/4664 Assessing and preparing background surfaces for
floorcoverings in the workplace 2 300v2
Y/618/4665 Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the
workplace 2
301v2
D/618/4666 Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace 2 302v2
H/618/4667 Surface preparation to receive floorcoverings 2 303v2
K/618/4668 Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in
the workplace 3 307v2
M/618/4669 Develop customer relationships 2 ICS B2
2010-14
Optional Units – candidates must complete ONE unit in this group
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
CITB Ref.
for
information
only
H/618/4670 Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
Domestic work and/or
Contract work
2 304v2
K/618/4671 Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
Domestic work and/or
Contract work
2 305v2
M/618/4672 Installing timber-based floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
Domestic work and/or
Contract work
Plus at least two of the following:
Wood block
Timber-based
Engineered wood
Laminate
2 306v2
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Centre Requirements
Centres must be approved to offer this qualification. If your centre is not approved please
complete and submit form ProQual Additional Qualification Approval Application.
Staff
Staff delivering this qualification must be appropriately qualified and/or occupationally
competent.
Assessors/Internal Quality Assurance
For each competence-based unit centres must be able to provide at least one assessor and
one internal quality assurance verifier who are suitably qualified for the specific
occupational area. Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based
units or qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or verifier
qualifications, such as:
- Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
- Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
- Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
- Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
- Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and
Practices
Support for Candidates
Materials produced by centres to support candidates should:
- enable them to track their achievements as they progress through the learning
outcomes and assessment criteria;
- provide information on where ProQual’s policies and procedures can be viewed;
- provide a means of enabling Internal and External Quality Assurance staff to
authenticate evidence
Links to National Standards / NOS mapping
National Occupational Standards (NOS) are owned by a Sector Skills Council or Standard
Setting Body and they describe the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to
undertake a particular task or job at different levels of competence.
The structure and units of this qualification are based on NOS developed for the
construction industry.
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Assessment
This qualification is competence-based, candidates must demonstrate the level of
competence described in the units. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s
skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
The qualifications must be assessed in line with the Construction Sector Qualifications
Strategy and must be internally assessed by an appropriately experienced and qualified
assessor.
Each candidate is required to produce a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their
achievement of all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include: – observation report by assessor
– assignments/projects/reports
– professional discussion
– witness testimony
– candidate product
– worksheets
– record of oral and written questioning
– Recognition of Prior Learning
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to
- Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning
outcome has been achieved.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria can be found from page 8.
Internal Quality Assurance
An internal quality assurance verifier confirms that assessment decisions made in centres
are made by competent and qualified assessors, that they are the result of sound and fair
assessment practice and that they are recorded accurately and appropriately.
Adjustments to Assessment
Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the individual needs of
candidates. ProQual’s Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Special Consideration Policy sets
out the steps to follow when implementing reasonable adjustments and special
considerations and the service that ProQual provides for some of these arrangements.
Centres should contact ProQual for further information or queries about the contents of the
policy.
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Results Enquiries and Appeals
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, with
reference to ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.
Certification
Candidates who achieve the required credits for qualifications will be awarded:
- A certificate listing all units achieved with their related credit value, and
- A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations (Construction)
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and
who have successfully achieved the required number of credits for a qualification. All
certificates will be issued to the centre for successful candidates.
Unit certificates
If a candidate does not achieve all of the units/credits required for a qualification, the centre
may claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units/credits achieved.
Replacement certificates
If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing.
Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has
been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement
certificates.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Unit Number: M/508/6537
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Comply with all workplace
health, safety and welfare
legislation requirements.
1.1 Comply with information from workplace inductions and any
health, safety and welfare briefings attended relevant to the
occupational area.
1.2 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry out
the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements.
1.3 Comply with statutory requirements, safety notices and
warning notices displayed within the workplace and/or on
equipment.
1.4 State why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used
relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the
work situation, occupational use and the general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
1.5 State how the health and safety control equipment relevant
to the work should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
1.6 State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation,
notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational
area and associated equipment.
1.7 State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and
warning signs are relevant to the occupational area.
1.8 State how to comply with control measures that have been
identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work.
2 Recognise hazards associated
with the workplace that have
not been previously controlled
and report them in accordance
with organisational
procedures.
2.1 Report any hazards created by changing circumstances
within the workplace in accordance with organisational
procedures.
2.2 List typical hazards associated with the work environment
and occupational area in relation to resources, substances,
asbestos, equipment, obstructions, storage, services and
work activities.
2.3 List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety
risks.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
2 continued 2.4 List the current Health and Safety Executive top five
health risks.
2.5 State how changing circumstances within the workplace
could cause hazards.
2.6 State the methods used for reporting changed
circumstances, hazards and incidents in the workplace.
3 Comply with organisational
policies and procedures to
contribute to health, safety
and welfare.
3.1 Interpret and comply with given instructions to maintain
safe systems of work and quality working practices.
3.2 Contribute to discussions by offering/providing
feedback relating to health, safety and welfare.
3.3 Contribute to the maintenance of workplace welfare
facilities in accordance with workplace welfare
procedures.
3.4 Safely store health and safety control equipment in
accordance with given instructions.
3.5 Dispose of waste and/or consumable items in
accordance with legislation.
3.6 State the organisational policies and procedures for
health, safety and welfare, in relation to:
– dealing with accidents and emergencies associated
with the work and environment
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
– consultation and feedback.
3.7 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers
relevant to the work.
3.8 State how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers are used in accordance with legislation
and official guidance.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Work responsibly to
contribute to workplace
health, safety and welfare
whilst carrying out work in
the relevant occupational
area.
4.1 Demonstrate behaviour which shows personal
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare.
4.2 State how personal behaviour demonstrates
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare, in relation to:
– recognising when to stop work in the face of serious
and imminent danger to self and/or others
– contributing to discussions and providing feedback
– reporting changed circumstances and incidents in
the workplace
– complying with the environmental requirements of
the workplace.
4.3 Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of
individuals could affect others within the workplace.
5 Comply with and support all
organisational security
arrangements and approved
procedures.
5.1 Provide appropriate support for security arrangements
in accordance with approved procedures:
– during the working day
– on completion of the day’s work
– for unauthorised personnel (other operatives and
the general public)
– for theft.
5.2 State how security arrangements are implemented in
relation to the workplace, the general public, site
personnel and resources.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Area 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 7
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Title: Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Unit Number: T/508/6538
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Communicate with others to
establish productive work
practices.
1.1 Communicate in an appropriate manner with line
management, colleagues and/or customers to ensure that
work is carried out productively.
1.2 Describe the different methods of communicating with
line management, colleagues and customers.
1.3 Describe how to use different methods of communication
to ensure that the work carried out is productive.
2 Follow organisational
procedures to plan the
sequence of work.
2.1 Interpret relevant information from organisational
procedures in order to plan the sequence of work.
2.2 Plan the sequence of work, using appropriate resources,
in accordance with organisational procedures to ensure
work is completed productively.
2.3 Describe how organisational procedures are applied to
ensure work is planned and carried out productively, in
relation to:
– using resources for own and other’s work requirements
– allocating appropriate work to employees
– organising the work sequence
– reducing carbon emissions.
2.4 Describe how to contribute to zero/low carbon work
outcomes within the built environment.
3 Maintain relevant records in
accordance with the
organisational procedures.
3.1 Complete relevant documentation according to the
occupation as required by the organisation.
3.2 Describe how to complete and maintain documentation in
accordance with organisational procedures, in relation to:
– job cards
– worksheets
– material/resource lists
– time sheets.
3.3 Explain the reasons for ensuring documentation is
completed clearly and within given timescales.
4 Maintain good working
relationships when
conforming to productive
working practices.
4.1 Carry out work productively, to the agreed specification,
in conjunction with line management, colleagues,
customers and/or other relevant people involved in the
work to maintain good working relationships.
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Title: Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4.2 Apply the principles of equality and diversity and respect
the needs of individuals when communicating and
working with others.
4.3 Describe how to maintain good working relationships, in
relation to:
– individuals
– customer and operative
– operative and line management
– own and other occupations.
4.4 Describe why it is important to work effectively with line
management, colleagues and customers.
4.5 Describe how working relationships could have an effect
on productive working.
4.6 Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity
when communicating and working with others.
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Title: Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 10
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Unit Number Y/508/6533
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Comply with given
information when moving,
handling and/or storing
resources.
1.1 Interpret the given information relating to moving,
handling and/or storing resources, relevant to the given
occupation.
1.2 Interpret the given information relating to the use and
storage of lifting aids and equipment.
1.3 Describe the different types of technical, product and
regulatory information, their source and how they are
interpreted.
1.4 State the organisational procedures developed to report
and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable
resources and how they are implemented.
1.5 Describe how to obtain information relating to using and
storing lifting aids and equipment.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
moving, handling and/or
storing resources.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation
and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground level,
at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement/storage of materials and by
manual handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making the reports.
2.4 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant
to the work.
2.5 Describe how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers, relevant to the given occupation, are used
in accordance with legislation and official guidance.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when moving,
handling and/or storing
resources.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry out
the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when moving, handling and/or storing
resources.
3.2 Use lifting aids safely as appropriate to the work.
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.3 Protect the environment in accordance with safe working
practices as appropriate to the work.
3.4 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used,
relating to moving, handling and/or storing resources, and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation,
occupational use and the general work environment, in relation
to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.5 Describe how the health and safety control equipment relevant
to the work should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
3.6 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance
with organisational authorisation and personal skills when
involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related
hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to move,
handle and/or store
occupational resources.
4.1 Select the relevant resources to be moved, handled and/or
stored, associated with own work.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the occupational
resources in relation to:
– lifting and handling aids
– container(s)
– fixing, holding and securing systems.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any
problems associated with the resources are reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed
and how they are used for the selection of required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources
and methods of work.
5 Prevent the risk of damage to
occupational resources and
surrounding environment
when moving, handling
and/or storing resources.
5.1 Protect occupational resources and their surrounding area from
damage in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Dispose of waste and packaging in accordance with legislation.
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 continued 5.3 Maintain a clean work space when moving, handling or
storing resources.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in
accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
moving, handling and/or
storing resources.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– progress charts, timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
occupational resource
information to move,
handle and/or store
resources to the required
guidance.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when moving,
handling and/or storing occupational resources:
– moving, positioning, storing, securing and/or using
lifting aids and kinetic lifting techniques.
7.2 Move, handle and/or store occupational resources to
meet product information and organisational
requirements relating to three of the following:
– sheet material
– loose material
– bagged or wrapped material
– fragile material
– tools and equipment
– components
– liquids.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures,
report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify
them when moving, handling and/or storing occupational
resources.
7.4 Describe the needs of other occupations when moving,
handling and/or storing resources.
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 17
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Title: Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering in the
workplace
Unit Number: R/618/4664
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
assessing and preparing
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
assessing and preparing
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
assessing and preparing
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when assessing and
preparing background surfaces for floorcovering.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when assessing and preparing
background surfaces for floorcovering in relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
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Title: Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used,
relating to assessing and preparing background surfaces for
floorcovering, and the types, purpose and limitations of each
type, the work situation and general work environment, in
relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
assess and prepare
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– repair compounds, smoothing underlayments, moisture
measuring equipment, moisture control systems,
contaminant removers
– hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary
equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
waste materials associated with the method/procedure
to assess and prepare background surfaces for
floorcovering.
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Title: Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
assessing and preparing
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
assessing and preparing
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
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Title: Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
assess and prepare
background surfaces for
floorcovering.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when assessing
and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering:
– assessing, scraping, cleaning, stripping, measuring,
marking out
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools
moisture measuring equipment and ancillary
equipment`
7.3 Assess and prepare background surfaces to given working
instructions, relating to the following:
– removal of existing floorcoverings
– removal of surface contaminants
– application of repair compounds
– application of smoothing underlays
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– determine the state and composition of background
surfaces
– remove existing floorcoverings
– make good surfaces
– use moisture measuring equipment
– recognise and determine requirements for various
floorcoverings (moisture content of subfloor, application
of moisture control systems, acclimatisation of materials
prior to installation)
– recognise types of contaminants and carry out methods
of removal
7.5 – recognise and determine if underfloor heating is in-situ
and respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical
significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when assessing
and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when assessing and preparing background surfaces for
floorcovering.
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Title: Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floorcovering in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 53
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
24
Title: Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: Y/618/4665
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
preparing and fitting
underlays for
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, electronic data,
manufacturers’ information and current regulations
governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
preparing and fitting
underlays for
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing and fitting
underlays for
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when preparing and fitting
underlays for floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when preparing and fitting underlays for
floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
25
Title: Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to preparing and fitting
underlays for floorcoverings, and the types, purpose
and limitations of each type, the work situation and
general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
prepare and fit underlays
for floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– adhesives, tapes
– interlayments, underlays
– associated fixings, fittings and components
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
prepare and fit underlays for floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
26
Title: Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing and
fitting underlays for
floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
preparing and fitting
underlays for
floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
27
Title: Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
prepare and fit underlays
for floorcoverings to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing
and fitting underlays for floorcoverings:
– measuring, marking out, cutting, fitting, positioning
and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Prepare and fit underlays and associated fittings on
solid and/or timber-based floors to given working
instructions
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– check and ensure that background surfaces are
suitable to receive underlays
– acclimatise materials
– position, fit and secure interlayment and underlay
materials and fittings to given setting out
points/lines
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is insitu and respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when preparing
and fitting underlays for floorcoverings.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
28
Title: Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 47
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
29
Title: Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: D/618/4666
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
setting out for laying
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, electronic data,
manufacturers’ information and current regulations
governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
setting out for laying
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
setting out for laying
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when setting out for laying
floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when setting out for laying
floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– specific risks to health
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
30
Title: Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to setting out for laying
floorcoverings, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to set
out for laying
floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– hand tools (levels, lines, fixings, profiles, tape
measures, lazers)
– setting out equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area
associated with the method/procedure to set out floor
areas for laying floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
31
Title: Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when setting out for
laying floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
setting out for laying
floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
32
Title: Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to set
out for laying floorcoverings
to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when setting out
for laying floorcoverings:
– measuring and marking out.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools and setting out equipment
7.3 Set out the following floor areas to given working
instructions for laying floorcoverings:
– horizontal surfaces
– inclined surfaces
– stepped surfaces
– shaped/coved areas.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– maximise material efficiency within client guidelines
– transfer lines and datums
– set out starting points, lines and grid systems to
horizontal, inclined, stepped, shaped and coved
areas
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools and setting out equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when setting
out for laying floorcoverings.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when setting out for laying floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
33
Title: Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 63
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
34
Title: Surface preparation to receive floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: H/618/4667
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
preparing surfaces to
receive floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
preparing surfaces to
receive floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing surfaces to
receive floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when preparing surfaces to
receive floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when preparing surfaces to receive
floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
35
Title: Preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used,
relating to preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other
task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
prepare surfaces to receive
floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– timber-based sheets, smoothing underlays, sheet
membranes
– bonding agents, adhesives, primers, levelling
compounds, cleansing agents, repair materials
– moisture control systems
– mechanical fixings
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
prepare surfaces to receive floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
36
Title: Preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing
surfaces to receive
floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
preparing surfaces to
receive floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
prepare surfaces to receive
floorcoverings to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing
surfaces to receive floorcoverings:
– measuring, marking out, scraping, abrading,
smoothing, conditioning, applying, finishing,
positioning and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Prepare the following surfaces to given working instructions
to receive floorcoverings:
– cementitious surfaces
– proprietary screeds
– timber–based surfaces
– uneven floor areas
– suspended flooring
– staircases.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
37
Title: Preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– prepare surfaces, (cementitious surfaces,
proprietary screeds, timber–based floors, uneven
floor areas, suspended flooring and staircases) to
receive floorcoverings
– repair and secure boards
– cut, fit and install plywood or hardboard
– apply smoothing underlays
– apply moisture control systems
– apply bonding agents and primers
– apply surface levellers
– apply sheet membranes
– scrape, abrade, clean and smooth floor surfaces
– repair minor surface faults
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is insitu and respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment.
7.5 – recognise and determine if underfloor heating is insitu and respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when preparing
surfaces to receive floorcoverings.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
38
Title: Preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 73
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
39
Title: Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: K/618/4668
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
assessing and evaluating
conditions for
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, electronic data,
manufacturers’ information and current regulations
governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
assessing and evaluating
conditions for
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials
and substances, with movement/storage of
materials and by manual handling
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
assessing and evaluating
conditions for
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when assessing and evaluating conditions
for floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when assessing and evaluating
conditions for floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– specific risks to health
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
40
Title: Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to assessing and evaluating
conditions for floorcoverings, and the types, purpose
and limitations of each type, the work situation and
general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
assess and evaluate
conditions for
floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
components and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– testing and recording equipment/instruments
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area
associated with the method/procedure to assess and
evaluate conditions for floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
41
Title: Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when assessing and
evaluating conditions for
floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
assessing and evaluating
conditions for
floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
assess and evaluate
conditions for
floorcoverings to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when assessing
and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings:
– calibrating, testing, recording, measuring and
reading.
7.2 Use and maintain testing and recording equipment, and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Carry out tests on the following floor surfaces, to given
working instructions
– cementitious surfaces
– proprietary screeds
– timber–based surfaces
– existing floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
42
Title: Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Assess and evaluate test results for suitability to receive
floorcoverings and record and report findings, to given
working instructions.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– calibrate equipment
– use testing and recording equipment to assess floor
suitability
– test air conditions (temperature, humidity)
– test floor conditions (dampness)
– survey site conditions
– record and evaluate test results
– determine treatment methods
– assess findings and produce a report
– determine treatment methods
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is insitu and report accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when assessing
and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when assessing and evaluating conditions for
floorcoverings.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
43
Title: Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 73
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
44
Title: Develop customer relationships
Unit Number: M/618/4669
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Build their customer’s
confidence that the service
they give will be excellent
1.1 show that they behave assertively and professionally
with customers
1.2 allocate the time they take to deal with their customer
following organisational guidelines
1.3 reassure their customer that they are doing everything
possible to keep the service promises made by the
organisation
2 Meet the expectations of
their customers
2.1 recognise when there may be a conflict between their
customer’s expectations and your organisation’s service
offer
2.2 balance their customer’s expectations with their
organisation’s service offer by offering an alternative or
explaining the limits of the service offer
2.3 work effectively with others to resolve any difficulties in
meeting their customer’s expectations
3 Develop the long-term
relationship between their
customer and their
organisation
3.1 give additional help and information to their customer
in response to customer questions and comments
about their organisation’s services or products
3.2 discuss expectations with their customer and explain
how these compare with their organisation’s services or
products
3.3 advise others of feedback received from their customer
3.4 identify new ways of helping customers based on the
feedback customers have given them
3.5 identify added value that their organisation could offer
to long-term customers
4 Know how to develop
customer relationships
4.1 describe their organisation’s services or products
4.2 explain the importance of customer retention
4.3 explain how their own behaviour affects the behaviour
of the customer
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4.4 describe how to behave assertively and professionally
with customers
4.5 describe how to defuse potentially stressful situations
4.6 identify the limitations of their organisation’s service
offer
4.7 compare how customer expectations may change as
the customer deals with their organisation
4.8 identify the cost and resource implications of an
extension of the service offer to meet or exceed
customer expectations
4.9 explain the cost implications of bringing in new
customers as opposed to retaining existing customers
4.10 identify who to refer to when considering any variation
to their organisation’s service offer
Title: Develop customer relationships
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance The assessment and quality assurance requirement for this
unit provides evidence towards A and V units.
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit review date 31.01.17
Unit credit value 6
Unit guided learning hours 40
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
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Title: Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: H/618/4670
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing textile
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing textile
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing textile
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing textile
floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing textile floorcoverings in
relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
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Title: Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to installing textile
floorcoverings, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install textile floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– textile sheet and tile floorcoverings
– adhesives: tape, liquid
– interlayments (domestic work), textile underlays;
finishing trims; nosings (contract work), protection
materials
– associated fixings, fittings and components
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install textile floorcoverings.
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Title: Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of
damage to the work
and surrounding area
when installing
textile floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of
protection in relation to general workplace activities, other
occupations and adverse weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely
in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work
within the allocated
time when installing
textile floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain why
deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the
given contract
information to install
textile floorcoverings
to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing textile
floorcoverings:
– measuring, marking out, cutting, joining, stretching,
matching and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Install textile sheet and tile floorcoverings in domestic and/or
contract situations to the following to given working
instructions
– horizontal
– inclined
– stepped
– shaped
– upstands
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Title: Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Install textile sheet and tile floorcoverings in domestic and/or
contract situations on the following surfaces/areas to given working
instructions:
– solid floors
– timber-based floors
– suspended floors
– steps.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to
rectify them, to:
– check and ensure that background surfaces are suitable for
installing textile floorcoverings
– evaluate floor moisture content
– acclimatise materials and products
– ensure that the correct interlays (domestic work) have been
installed
– ensure that the correct underlays have been installed
– install textile sheet and tile floorcoverings, in domestic and/or
contract situations, to horizontal, inclined and stepped surfaces,
to setting out points, lines and with the correct pile direction
– install textile sheet and tile floorcoverings, in domestic and/or
contract situations, onto solid, timber-based, suspended floors
and steps
– install trims
– install nosings (contract work)
– form shapes and upstands
– form straight and winding staircases
– protect finished floorcoverings
7.6 – install trims
– install nosings (contract work)
– form shapes and upstands
– form straight and winding staircases
– protect finished floorcoverings
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is in-situ and
respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge
are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment.
7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively
communicate within a team when installing textile floorcoverings.
7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when
installing textile floorcoverings.
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Title: Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
(Construction):
The following endorsement required :
Domestic work and/or
Contract work
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 60
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September 2020
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Title: Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: K/618/4671
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing resilient
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing resilient
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing resilient
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing resilient
floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing resilient
floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
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Title: Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used,
relating to installing resilient floorcoverings, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation and
general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other
task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install resilient
floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– resilient sheet and tile floorcoverings
– adhesives, welding materials
– finishing trims, stair nosings, pre-formed coves,
cover former, skirtings, cappings, protection
materials
– associated fixings, fittings and components
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install resilient floorcoverings.
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Title: Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when installing
resilient floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely
in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing resilient
floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated
time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install resilient
floorcoverings to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing resilient
floorcoverings:
– measuring, marking out, positioning, fitting, joining,
rolling, levelling and welding.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Install resilient sheet and tile floorcoverings, in domestic
and/or contract situations, to the following surfaces/areas to
given working instructions:
– horizontal
– inclined
– stepped
– skirtings
– wet areas, including dressing into drains and gulleys
7.4 Install resilient sheet and tile floorcoverings, in domestic
and/or contract situations, on the following floors to given
working instructions:
– solid (concrete, screed)
– timber-based.
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Title: Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– check and ensure that backgrounds surfaces are
suitable for installing resilient floorcoverings
– acclimatise materials and products
– position, fit and secure resilient sheet and tile
floorcovering, in domestic and/or contract
situations, with appropriate components, to
horizontal, inclined and stepped surfaces and to
setting out points/lines and predetermined shapes
– install resilient sheet and tile floorcoverings, in
domestic and/or contract situations, to solid and
timber-based floors
– identify levels, falls and gradient to dress resilient
floorcoverings, in domestic and/or contract
situations, into drains and gulleys in wet areas
7.6 – form upstands and skirtings
– weld seams
– secure nosings
– form straight and winding staircases
– protect finished floor surfaces
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is insitu and respond accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment.
7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing resilient
floorcoverings.
7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing resilient floorcoverings.
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Title: Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
(Construction):
The following endorsement required :
Domestic work and/or
Contract work
Subject Sector areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 117
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
September 2020
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Title: Installing timber–based floorcoverings in the workplace
Unit Number: M/618/4672
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing timber–based
floorcoverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,
risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing timber–based
floorcoverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,
health hazards and the environment, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,
with tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing timber–based
floorcoverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing timber-based
floorcoverings.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing timber–based
floorcoverings in relation to:
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
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Title: Installing timber–based floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to installing timber–based
floorcoverings and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install timber–based
floorcoverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– wood block, timber-based, engineered wood and
laminate floorcoverings
– undercarriage systems, expansion joints
– adhesives, surface treatments, finishes
– thresholds, skirtings, cover strips, stair nosings,
trims, protection materials
– associated fixings, fittings and components
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing timber–based floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install timber–based floorcoverings.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when installing
timber-based
floorcoverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing timber–based
floorcoverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated
times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
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Title: Installing timber–based floorcoverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able
to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the
given contract
information to
install timber–
based
floorcoverings to
the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing timber–based
floorcoverings:
– measuring, marking out, cutting, positioning, securing, and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary
equipment
7.3 Install and finish two of the following floorcoverings, in domestic and/or
contract situations, to given working instructions:
– wood block
– timber-based
– engineered wood
– laminate.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow procedures,
report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
– check and ensure that backgrounds are suitable for installing timberbased floorcoverings
– install undercarriage systems
– apply adhesives
– position, fit, secure and finish wood block, and timber based, laminate
and engineered wood floorcoverings, in domestic and/or contract
situations, to setting out points and to predetermined patterns
– form provision for expansion
– finish the laid flooring
– protect finished floor surfaces
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is in-situ and respond
accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of special interest,
traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
7.5 – protect finished floor surfaces
– recognise and determine if underfloor heating is in-situ and respond
accordingly
– recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of special interest,
traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to communicate within a
team when installing timber-based floorcoverings.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when installing
timber–based floorcoverings.
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Title: Installing timber–based floorcoverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
