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Task B-7 Removes existing floorcovering and accessories
Task Descriptor
This task includes removal of existing wall bases, trims, floorcoverings and accessories in a safe manner with required tools without damaging any surrounding surfaces. Safe disposal and recycling of materials is important.
B-7.01 - Removes transitions, trims and wall bases
B-7.01 - Removes transitions, trims and wall bases
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| B-7.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-7.01.02P |
score top of base and trim |
top of base and trim is scored to prevent damage to wall finish |
| B-7.01.03P |
pry and peel transitions, trims and bases |
transitions and trims are pried and peeled, and bases are pried and peeled downward, preventing damage to wall finishes to prepare for new material installation |
| B-7.01.04P |
remove existing adhesives and mechanical fasteners from wall |
existing adhesives and mechanical fasteners are removed from wall to accept new finish |
| B-7.01.05P |
remove existing adhesives and mechanical fasteners from transitions, trims and bases |
existing adhesives and mechanical fasteners are removed from transitions, trims and bases to prevent damage and to salvage for reinstallation |
| B-7.01.06P |
number wall, and back of wall base and trim |
wall, and back of wall base and trim are numbered using non-bleeding medium for ease of reinstallation |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: putty knives, quarter round lifters, pry bars, utility knives
- mechanical fasteners include: staples, nails, glue
Knowledge
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| B-7.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of transitions, trims and wall bases, and their characteristics and applications |
identify types of transitions, trims and wall bases, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| interpret information pertaining to transitions, trims and wall bases found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of mechanical fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of adhesives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-7.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove transitions, trims and wall bases |
identify tools and equipment used to remove transitions, trims and wall bases, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to remove transitions, trims and wall bases |
| describe procedures to remove transitions, trims and wall bases |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
| identify practices that reduce material waste |
| B-7.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to dispose of and recycle transitions, trims and wall bases |
identify standards and regulations to dispose of and recycle transitions, trims and wall bases |
Range of Variables
- mechanical fasteners include: staples, nails, glue
- tools and equipment include: putty knives, quarter round lifters, pry bars, utility knives
- hazards include: flying debris, hidden hazards (blades, electrical wiring), sharp edges
B-7.02 - Removes carpet
B-7.02 - Removes carpet
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| B-7.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-7.02.02P |
cut carpet into strips, and pry and peel off floor |
carpet is cut into strips using cutting tools and carpet is pried and peeled off floor |
| B-7.02.03P |
lift pad and fasteners |
pad and fasteners are lifted, while preventing damage to existing finished surfaces |
| B-7.02.04P |
dispose of carpet |
carpet is disposed of according to jurisdictional regulations |
| B-7.02.05P |
recycle carpet tile |
carpet tile is recycled through original manufacturer according to industry practices |
| B-7.02.06P |
salvage carpet for reinstallation |
carpet is salvaged for reinstallation |
| B-7.02.07P |
scrape residue from existing substrate |
residue is scraped from existing substrate |
Range of Variables
- cutting tools include: utility knife, cushion back cutter, stand-up cutter
- fasteners include: tackless strips, transitions, staples, glue
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-7.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of carpets, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of carpets, and describe their characteristics, applications and installation methods |
| interpret information pertaining to carpets found on drawings and specifications |
| identify types of fasteners and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify pads, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-7.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove carpets |
identify tools and equipment used to remove carpets, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to remove carpets |
| describe procedures to remove pads, fasteners and carpets |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
| identify practices that reduce material waste |
| B-7.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to dispose of and recycle pads, fasteners and carpets |
identify codes, standards and regulations to dispose of and recycle pads, fasteners and carpets |
| identify and describe manufacturers’ reclamation programs |
Range of Variables
- installation methods include: conventional, direct glue-down, double glue-down
- fasteners include: tackless strips, transitions, staples, glue
- hazards include: sharp edges, debris, dust, body strains and pulls, mold, biological waste
B-7.03 - Removes resilient flooring
B-7.03 - Removes resilient flooring
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| B-7.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-7.03.02P |
cut, pry and scrape resilient flooring |
resilient flooring is cut, pried and scraped using tools and equipment, while preventing damage to existing finished surfaces |
| B-7.03.03P |
dispose of resilient flooring |
resilient flooring is disposed of according to industry practices |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: scrapers, stripping machines, utility knife, chipping gun, hammer, chisel
- resilient flooring includes: linoleum, sheet vinyl, vinyl composite tile (VCT), rubber
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| B-7.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of resilient flooring, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of resilient flooring, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| interpret information pertaining to resilient flooring found on drawings and specifications |
| B-7.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove resilient flooring |
identify tools and equipment used to remove resilient flooring, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to remove resilient flooring |
| describe procedures to remove resilient flooring using techniques |
| B-7.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to dispose of resilient flooring |
identify codes, standards and regulations to dispose of resilient flooring |
Range of Variables
- resilient flooring includes: linoleum, sheet vinyl, vinyl composite tile (VCT), rubber
- tools and equipment include: scrapers, stripping machines, utility knife, chipping gun, hammer, chisel
- hazards include: sharp edges, body strains and pulls, asbestos
- techniques include: chipping, heating, stripping manually, by machine
B-7.04 - Removes wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment
B-7.04 - Removes wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment
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| B-7.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-7.04.02P |
score, cut and lift wood, laminate flooring and underlayment |
wood, laminate flooring and underlayment are scored, cut and lifted, while preventing damage to existing finished surfaces |
| B-7.04.03P |
pull up pads, barriers and fasteners |
pads, barriers and fasteners are pulled up |
| B-7.04.04P |
dispose of wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment |
wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment are disposed of according to jurisdictional regulations |
| B-7.04.05P |
salvage wood, laminate flooring and underlayment for reinstallation |
wood, laminate flooring and underlayment are salvaged for reinstallation |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: circular saws, toe-kick saws, crowbars, pliers, pry bars, claw hammers, jack hammer, stripping machine
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-7.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| interpret information pertaining to wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment found on drawings and specifications |
| identify pads, barriers and fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-7.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment |
identify tools and equipment used to remove wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to remove wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment |
| describe procedures to remove wood, laminate flooring, tiles and underlayment |
| identify materials that can be reconditioned, reused or recycled |
| identify practices that reduce material waste |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: circular saws, toe-kick saws, crowbars, pliers, pry bars, claw hammers, jack hammer, stripping machine
- hazards include: sharps, flying debris, dust, lifting heavy materials, body strains and pulls
Task B-8 Prepares substrate
Task Descriptor
This task includes the installation of trowelled and rigid underlayments, and the preparation of substrates for installation of various floorcoverings. The removal of floor contaminants is an important first step in this task.
B-8.01 - Removes contaminants
B-8.01 - Removes contaminants
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| B-8.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.01.02P |
remove contaminants |
contaminants are removed using methods, while preventing damage to finished surfaces |
| B-8.01.03P |
remove residues |
floor is rinsed to remove residues |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: grinders, scrapers, floor maintainers, sanders, patch trowel
- contaminants include: oil, ink, paint, stain, dust, varnish, parting compounds, adhesives
- methods include: scraping, chipping, sanding, vacuuming, sweeping, damp mopping of floor
- residues include: degreasers, trisodium phosphate (TSP), muriatic acid, adhesive removers
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of contaminants, their characteristics and applications |
identify contaminants, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify residues, and describe their characteristics |
| B-8.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove contaminants |
identify tools and equipment used to remove contaminants, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to remove contaminants |
| describe procedures and methods to remove contaminants |
| describe procedures to dispose of contaminants |
Range of Variables
- contaminants include: oil, ink, paint, stain, dust, varnish, parting compounds, adhesives
- residues include: degreasers, trisodium phosphate (TSP), muriatic acid, adhesive removers
- tools and equipment include: grinders, scrapers, floor maintainers, sanders, patch trowel
- hazards include: sharp edges, dust, noxious odours
- methods include: scraping, chipping, sanding, vacuuming, sweeping, damp mopping of floor
B-8.02 - Prepares concrete floors and underlayment
B-8.02 - Prepares concrete floors and underlayment
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| B-8.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.02.02P |
check and mark concrete |
concrete is checked and marked for cracks, low spots and deviations by performing visual inspection |
| B-8.02.03P |
apply primers and bonding agents |
primers and bonding agents are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.02.04P |
encapsulate contaminants |
contaminants are encapsulated by applying patching compounds for scratch coat and skim coat |
| B-8.02.05P |
apply patching and levelling compounds |
patching and levelling compounds are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications to achieve a smooth, flat floor |
| B-8.02.06P |
scarify floor |
floor is scarified according to industry standards |
| B-8.02.07P |
remove dust |
dust is removed by vacuuming, sweeping, brushing and tacking |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: paint rollers, paint trays, patching trowels, levelling tools, mixing drills, paddles, broom, straightedges, lasers, levels, string line
- contaminants include: oil, ink, paint, stain, dust, varnish, parting compounds, adhesives
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of concrete floors and underlayments, their characteristics and applications |
identify concrete floors and underlayments, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of primers and bonding agents, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of primers and bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of patching and levelling compounds, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of patching and levelling compounds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.02.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare concrete floors and underlayment |
identify tools and equipment used to prepare concrete floors and underlayment, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to prepare concrete floors and underlayment |
| describe procedures to prepare concrete floors and underlayment |
| describe procedures to inspect concrete floors and underlayment |
| describe procedures to apply primers and bonding agents |
| describe procedures to apply patching and levelling compounds |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: paint rollers, paint trays, patching trowels, levelling tools, mixing drills, paddles, broom, straightedges, lasers, levels, string line
- hazards include: dust, debris, silica dust
B-8.03 - Prepares wood floors and underlayment
B-8.03 - Prepares wood floors and underlayment
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| B-8.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.03.02P |
fill and sand wood panel joints |
wood panel joints are filled and sanded to achieve a flush finish |
| B-8.03.03P |
secure loose and squeaking boards or panels |
loose and squeaking boards or panels are secured using fasteners and adhesives |
| B-8.03.04P |
reinforce structural soundness |
structural soundness is reinforced by adding more sub-floor or fasteners |
| B-8.03.05P |
apply primers and bonding agents |
primers and bonding agents are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.03.06P |
apply sealers |
sealers are applied to block moisture, stains and biologicals |
| B-8.03.07P |
encapsulate contaminants |
contaminants are encapsulated by applying patching compounds for scratch coat and skim coat |
| B-8.03.08P |
apply patching and levelling compounds |
patching and levelling compounds are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications to achieve a smooth, flat floor |
| B-8.03.09P |
sand and vacuum floor |
floor is sanded and vacuumed according to industry practices |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: sanders, patch trowels, levelling tools, drills varnish, parting
- fasteners and adhesives include: staples, nails, screws, wood glues, construction adhesives
- contaminants include: oil, ink, paint, stain, dust, compounds, adhesives
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of wood floors and underlayments, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of wood floors and underlayments, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of primers, sealers and bonding agents, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of primers, sealers and bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of patching and levelling compounds, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of patching and levelling compounds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.03.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of fasteners and adhesives, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of fasteners and adhesives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.03.05L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare wood floors and underlayments |
identify tools and equipment used to prepare wood floors and underlayments, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to prepare wood floors and underlayments |
| describe procedures to inspect wood floors and underlayments |
| describe procedures to prepare wood floors and underlayments |
| describe procedures to apply primers, sealers and bonding agents |
| describe procedures to apply patching and levelling compounds |
Range of Variables
- fasteners and adhesives include: staples, nails, screws, wood glues, construction adhesives
- tools and equipment include: sanders, patch trowels, levelling tools, drills
- hazards include: sharp edges, dust, debris, lifting heavy materials, body strains and pulls
B-8.04 - Prepares specialty floors
B-8.04 - Prepares specialty floors
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| B-8.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.04.02P |
strip and abrade surface |
surface is stripped and abraded to accept patching and levelling compounds and bonding agents |
| B-8.04.03P |
lay down specialty sheeting |
specialty sheeting is laid down |
| B-8.04.04P |
apply primers and sealers over metal and ceramic floors |
primers and sealers are applied over metal and ceramic floors according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.04.05P |
apply patching and levelling compounds |
patching and levelling compounds are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: grinder, shot blaster
- sheeting includes: suspended sub-floor, fibreglass, cement board
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of specialty floors, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of specialty floors, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of primers, sealers and bonding agents, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of primers, sealers and bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of patching and levelling compounds, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of patching and levelling compounds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.04.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare specialty floors |
identify tools and equipment used to prepare specialty floors, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to prepare specialty floors |
| describe procedures to inspect specialty floors |
| describe procedures to prepare specialty floors |
| describe procedures to apply primers, sealers and bonding agents |
| describe procedures to apply patching and levelling compounds |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: grinder, shot blaster
- hazards include: dust, debris
B-8.05 - Installs trowelled underlayment
B-8.05 - Installs trowelled underlayment
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| B-8.05.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.05.02P |
abrade or scarify surface |
surface is abraded or scarified according to manufacturers’ specifications for mechanical bond |
| B-8.05.03P |
apply bonding agents |
bonding agents are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.05.04P |
apply patching and levelling compounds |
patching and levelling compounds are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: trowels, mixing drills, paddles, buckets, brooms, vacuums, rollers
- bonding agents include: primers, sealers
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of trowelled underlayments, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of trowelled underlayments, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of bonding agents, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.05.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of patching and levelling compounds, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of patching and levelling compounds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.05.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install trowelled underlayments |
identify tools and equipment used to install trowelled underlayments, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install trowelled underlayments |
| describe procedures to install trowelled underlayments |
| describe procedures to apply bonding agents |
| describe procedures to apply patching and levelling compounds |
Range of Variables
- bonding agents include: primers, sealers
- tools and equipment include: trowels, mixing drills, paddles, buckets, brooms, vacuums, rollers
- hazards include: dust, debris, silica dust
B-8.06 - Installs rigid underlayment panels
B-8.06 - Installs rigid underlayment panels
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| B-8.06.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| B-8.06.02P |
undercut jambs and trims |
jambs and trims are undercut to allow for expansion and contraction according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.06.03P |
lay sheets |
sheets are laid perpendicular to sub-floor sheets |
| B-8.06.04P |
stagger joints |
joints are staggered according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.06.05P |
measure, cut and fit underlayment |
underlayment is measured, cut and fit, allowing for expansion and contraction, according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.06.06P |
apply adhesives |
adhesives are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.06.07P |
select, apply and space mechanical fasteners |
mechanical fasteners are selected, applied and spaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.06.08P |
sand and patch seams |
seams are sanded and patched according to industry standards |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: circular saw, jig saw, jamb saw, drill, screw gun, oscillating tool
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of rigid underlayment panels, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of rigid underlayment panels, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.06.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of adhesives, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of adhesives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.06.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of fasteners, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.06.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install rigid underlayment panels |
identify tools and equipment used to install rigid underlayment panels, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install rigid underlayment panels |
| describe procedures to install rigid underlayment panels |
| describe fastening techniques for rigid underlayment panels |
| identify layout practices that reduce material waste |
Range of Variables
- adhesives include: construction adhesives, wood floor adhesives
- tools and equipment include: circular saw, jig saw, jamb saw, drill, screw gun, oscillating tool
- hazards include: dust, debris, electrocution, lifting heavy materials, body strains and pulls