INSTALL BUILDING FINISHES AND FITTINGS
UNIT CODE: CON/OS/ARC/CR/04/5/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required to apply wall finishes, install doors,
windows and openings, fix floor finishes, apply paint, and install furniture, fittings
and ceilings
ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Apply wall 1.1 Wall finishes are identified as per the client’s need.
finishes 1.2 Wall finish application specification is determined as per
design
2. Install doors 2.1 Opening schedules and design are prepared
windows openings 2.2 Marking of layout is carried out
2.3 Frame is fixed in the opening
2.4 Doors /windows are installed as per material and
instructions
2.5 Accessories are installed on doors and windows
3. Fix floor and 3.1 PPEs are identified, gathered and used as per SOPs
surface finishes 3.2 Floor finish is identified and designed as per clients need
3.3 Floor surface is prepared
3.4 Floor finish is applied as per specifications
4. Apply paint 4.1 Base surfaces are prepared prior to painting
4.2 Paint mix and varnish is prepared using various
constituents as per specification and desired finish
4.3 Paint is applied to produce a paint film of uniform
thickness as per requirements
4.4 Correction/remedial action of common painting defects
is carried out.
4.5 Paint is left to dry.
5. Install furniture 5.1 Furniture and fittings are assembled
and fittings 5.2 Furniture and fittings are fixed on the wall or floor based
on the purpose.
6. Install ceilings 6.1 Type of ceiling is identified and designed as per clients
need
6.2 Ceiling location is inspected for obstructions or
problems that need to be fixed.
6.3 Levelling is conducted on the ceiling location
6.4 Ceiling is fixed as per the design
6.5 Ceiling fixtures are placed.
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RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
1. Wall finishes may include Paint
but not limited to: Tiles
Acoustics
Paddings
Cladding
2. Accessories may include but Hinges
not limited to: Knobs
Locks
Stay
3. Floor finish may include but Tiles
not limited to: Carpets
Terrazzo
Cement screed
4. Type of ceiling may include Gypsum
but not limited to: Acoustic
Timber
PVC
5. Material may include but not wooden
limited to: PVC
Metal
6. Prepared may include but not Patch
limited to: level any damaged or uneven areas
free of wax, soap scum, and grease.
Remove any moldings, trim, or appliances
Clean
holes or blemishes have been repaired and
smoothed over
sandpaper
7. Furniture and fittings may Cabinets
include but not limited to:: Counter tops
8. Fixed may include but not Nailed
limited to: Glued
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
Designing
Planning and organizing
Precision skills
Measuring
Assembling fittings
Installing fittings and furniture
Workmanship
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
Construction methods
Joinery and fittings
Types of house finishes
Fittings and furniture
Paints
Floor types.
Wall types
Doors, windows and opening types
Installation of finishes
EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competency 1.1 Installed wall finishes
1.2 Installed doors and windows
1.3 Installed floor finishes
1.4 Installed furniture and fittings
1.5 Applied paint
1.6 Installed ceilings
3 2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 3.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
3.2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
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Assessment 3.1 Direct Observation
3.2 Oral Questioning
3.3 Portfolios
3.4 Projects
3.5 Written tests
3 4. Context of Competency may be assessed
Assessment 4.1 On Job
4.2 Off Job
4.3 During Industrial Attachment
4 5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
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