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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Install cork tiles 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
15154  Install cork tiles 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
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 cork flooring with confidence, including -
  • Determining tools required to install cork tiles
  • Evaluating and preparing sub-floor as necessary in preparation for installation of cork tiles.
  • Setting out starting point
  • Applying adhesive in accordance with manufacturer`s / SABS instructions
  • Laying cork 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. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    ABET Level 3 Literacy and Numeracy competencies. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Installation tools include:
  • Broom, carpenter`s pencil, set square, tape measure, coloured chalk line, scraper, rubbing stone, pin punch and hammer, screwdriver set, flat trowel, mohair roller and brush, utility knife, PVC bucket and mixing tool, hand roller. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Determine tools required to install cork 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. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Tools correctly used and maintained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Evaluate and prepare sub-floor as necessary in preparation for installation of cork tiles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Cork product acclimatised according to manufacturer's specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Sub-floor evaluated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Floor checked for moisture if necessary. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Smoothing / leveling compound correctly mixed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Compound correctly applied. 

    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. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Chalk lines struck to determine starting line. 

    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 cork tiles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Lay the first row of tiles along the chalk line already struck. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Return to the center and begin laying four tiles forward before completing areas to the left or the right of the center. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Once open area is completely laid, all partial tiles are then cut into place using a full tile as a gauge. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Doorways and stair profiles are finished with edging strip, nosings and PVC skirtings where specified. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Sand and seal cork tiles according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Sanding must be done even evenly with no gouge marks prior to sealing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Area must be clean and dust-free before sealing commences. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Correct sealing method used as per sealant manufacturer's instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Correct method of sealing displayed. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 
    Apply correct housekeeping procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. All off cuts and containers/packaging are removed and site is cleaned. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Cork 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. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Properties of cork
  • Principles of cork acclimatisation
  • Uses of cork flooring
  • Significance of not having gouge marks
  • Principles, techniques and significance of sealing cork tiles 
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    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 encountered during the installation of cork tiles 
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    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 woodworking machines and that all power supplies and electrical cords are checked for safe use prior to operation 
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    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 installation tasks and activities 
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    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 
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    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 
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    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 
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    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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    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.