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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Install rubber flooring

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14904	Install rubber flooring
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction			Building Construction
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 1	NQF Level 01	15
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Learners working towards this unit standard will be doing so with the intention of reaching the full qualification "National Certificate (Construction) for the installation of floor coverings". Learners will be involved in, or working within a floor covering installation environment.

Learners who are assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to install rubber flooring with confidence, including -

Determining tools required to install rubber tiles

Evaluating and preparing sub-floor as necessary in preparation for installation of rubber tiles.

Setting out starting point

Applying adhesive in accordance with manufacturer`s / SABS instructions

Laying rubber tiles in accordance with manufacturer`s specifications

Applying correct housekeeping procedures

This competence lays the foundation for the development of further floor covering competencies and underpins competencies to be acquired as part of a learning progression pathway. The generic competencies as outlined in this unit standard should facilitate portability of floor covering installation skills across different contexts within the construction industry.

It contributes to the development of a professional community of floor covering practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities of the South African construction context. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

ABET Level 3 Literacy and Numeracy competencies.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

This unit standard applies to a person who will be competent to -

Broom, carpenter`s pencil, set square, tape measure, coloured chalk line, scraper, rubbing stone, pin punch and hammer, screwdriver set, flat trowel, notched adhesive trowel according to gauge of tile, 68 kg three-sectional articulated metal floor roller, utility knife, gas bottle and torch and matches, PVC bucket and mixing tool, three-cornered triangular metal file.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Determine tools required to install rubber tiles.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Every tool necessary at disposal to fit tiles.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Old material is lifted if necessary.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Evaluate and prepare sub-floor as necessary in preparation for installation of rubber tiles.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Sub-floor evaluated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Floor checked for moisture as necessary.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Smoothing / leveling compound correctly mixed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Compound correctly applied.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Tools correctly used and maintained.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Set out starting point.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Starting point is determined using the set square 3-4-5 method.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Symmetrical setting out if pattern work required.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Apply adhesive in accordance with manufacturer's / SABS instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Adhesive applied to sub-floor according to manufacturer's instructions i.e. notch size.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Appropriate amount of adhesive spread for coverage within the open time of the adhesive.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Lay rubber tiles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Remove rubber residue from back of tile using correct solvent prior to laying of tiles.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Lay the first row of tiles along the chalk line already struck.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Return to the center and begin laying four tiles forward before completing areas to the left or the right of the center.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Once open area is completely laid, all partial tiles are then cut into place using a full tile as a gauge.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Doorways and stair profiles are finished with edging strip, nosings and PVC skirtings where specified.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Apply correct housekeeping procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. All off cuts and containers/packaging are removed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Rubber tiles are cleaned in accordance with adhesive manufacturer's instructions.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the CETA - ETQA, for "National Certificate (Construction) for the installation of floor coverings"

Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA - ETQA

CETA - ETQA is responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Reasons for using rubber flooring

Reasons for removing the residue on the back of tiles

Reasons for fitting into tow part polyurethane (wet) adhesive.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking

Solve problems as they occur during the installation process.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation and community

Respect the safety and well-being of others in your immediate work environment by ensuring that protective coverings are securely positioned on machines and that all power supplies and electrical cords are checked for safe use prior to operation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively

Wear protective clothing when operating tools, machines and equipment

Apply safe-handling procedures when using and operating tools, machines and equipment

Maintain a clean and tidy work area during and on completion of carpentry tasks and activities.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information

When interpreting symbols and measurements reflected in drawings so that completed products are in accordance with the specified dimensions.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environments and the health of others

Use, operate and maintain hand and power tools, machines and equipment in accordance with manufacturer`s specifications and good housekeeping practices so that the life-span of tools, machines and equipment can be maximised and cost to company reduced.

Use, operate and maintain hand and power tools, machines and equipment in accordance with safe-handling procedures so that accidents and injury to yourself and others can be prevented

Power tools - check all leads and power tool cables are in good repair to prevent accident, injury or electrocution whilst working with these tools.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand the world as a set of related systems

Timing of the fitters activities must coincide with other trades on site.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	24296	National Certificate: Construction: Installation of Floor Coverings	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

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