A work-based learning qualification for those involved in laying floorcoverings in a construction-related working environment, with optional specialisms in timber-based, textile and resilient floorcoverings.
Overview
This is a work-based learning qualification for those involved in laying floorcoverings in a Construction related working environment. Although many of the skills and knowledge across floorcovering occupations are generic, not all those employed to fit floorcoverings will be fitting the same product. The group of optional units will allow specialisms of timber based, textile and resilient floorcoverings. This qualification is made up of 9 mandatory units and a group of optional units. The minimum credit value of this qualification is 127 credits. Candidates must complete all mandatory units and achieve the required credits from the optional units, which cover specialisms including timber-based, textile and resilient floorcoverings.
Learning Outcomes
Structure
This qualification is made up of 9 mandatory units and 3 pathway units . Candidates must complete the mandatory units and the required pathway units. The minimum credit value of this qualification is 127 credits.
| Unit Number | Unit Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/503/1170 | Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace | 1 | 2 |
| R/503/1169 | Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace | 2 | 3 |
| F/503/1171 | Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace | 2 | 5 |
| 6/617/8021 | Surface preparation to receive floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 22 |
| N/617/8022 | Setting out for laying floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 10 |
| D/617/8023 | Preparing and fitting underlays for floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 14 |
| T/617/8028 | Develop customer relationships | 2 | 6 |
| Y/617/8028 | Assessing and preparing background surfaces for floor-covering in the workplace | 2 | 16 |
| F/617/8027 | Assessing and evaluating conditions for floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 22 |
| Unit Number | Unit Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPTIONAL — TIMBER-BASED | |||
| OPTIONAL — TEXTILE | |||
| OPTIONAL — RESILIENT | |||
| A/617/8030 | Installing timber-based floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 22 |
| H/617/8024 | Installing textile floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 18 |
| T/617/8025 | Installing resilient floorcoverings in the workplace | 2 | 35 |
Assessment
Evidence of knowledge is required. Evidence of knowledge through performance can contribute and if applicable should be demonstrated by completing projects and reports, by responding to questions or through Professional/Guided Discussions. Evidence should show that you can meet the requirements of the units consistently over an appropriate period of time.
Please note that photocopied or downloaded documents such as manufacturers' or industry guidance, H&S policies, Risk Assessments etc, are not normally acceptable evidence for GQA qualifications unless accompanied by a record of a professional discussion or Assessor statement confirming candidate knowledge of the subject. If you are in any doubt about the validity of evidence, please contact your GQA EQA.