You must be able to:

  • Comply with the contract information to Install textile floorcoverings efficiently to the required specification by:

    • demonstrating work skills to:

      • measure

      • mark out

      • cut

      • join

      • seam

      • fit

      • secure

      • finish

      • joining and repairing textile floorcoverings to working instructions

Next: Knowledge

You must know and understand:

  • How the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported in relation to:

    • pile

    • jointing tapes

    • adhesives

    • repair materials

    • electric seamers

    • hand and power tools and ancillary equipment

  • Methods of calculating the quantity, length and wastage associated with the method and procedure to join and repair textile floorcoverings

  • How to meet the contract specification in relation to the following:

    • how to form seams and edges

    • how to pattern match

    • how to secure fittings and door trims

    • how to remove damaged areas and patch repair:

      • product

      • colour

      • range

      • how to seam carpets by heat:

      • electronic

      • adhesive

    • why it is necessary to recognise and determine if underfloor heating is in in-situ and respond accordingly

    • why it is important to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly

    • the relevance of an assessment and its significance

    • why it is necessary to understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional construction, hard-to-treat buildings and historical significance

    • how to work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery

    • how to work at height using access equipment

    • how to use all hand and power tools and ancillary equipment

    • how and why operative care and maintenance of all hand and power tools and ancillary equipment is carried out

  • The importance of teamwork and communication

  • The importance of mental health awareness and wellbeing

  • The importance of applying Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) when dealing with others

  • The needs of other occupations associated with joining and repairing textile floorcoverings