Hang standard and foundation wallcoverings
Overview
This standard is about hanging foundation papers (cross), textured/relief and patterned finishing papers in non-complex locations and includes providing protection to the work area
This standard will also involve interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, tools and equipment, in accordance with organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements
This standard is for people working in the occupational area of Painting and Decorating and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Interpretation of information
P1 interpret the information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance for the following:
• drawings
• specifications
• schedules
• risk assessments
• method statements
• manufacturers’ information
• technical data sheets
• safety data sheets
• current legislation and regulations governing buildings
Safe work practices
P2 comply with the relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out the work and maintain safe and healthy work practices relating to the following:
• methods of work
• safe use of health and safety control equipment
• safe use of access equipment
• safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
• specific risks to health, including mental health
• specific risks associated with asbestos containing materials
• specific risks associated with surface coatings containing lead
Selection of resources
P3 calculate and select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work for:
- materials
- components and fixings
- tools and equipment
Minimise the risk of damage
P4 comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area by:
- protecting the work, surrounding areas and adjacent finishes or surfaces from damage
- maintaining a clear and tidy work area
- disposing of waste in accordance with current legislation
Approach to the work
P5 complete the work within the estimated, allocated time, in accordance with organisational procedures, the programme of work and to meet the needs of other occupations and client
Meet the contract specification
P6 comply with the contract information to hang wallcoverings efficiently to the required specification by:
• demonstrating work skills to:
- shade
- measure
- match
- cut
- mix and apply adhesive
- fold
- position
- fix
- trim
- clean-off
• using and maintaining hand tools and associated equipment
• establishing start and finishing points and hang wallcoverings of substantial lengths to working instructions to the following:
- ceilings with any type of paper
- walls with both internal and external angles, using the following:
o foundation papers (cross)
o matching patterned textured/relief papers or matching patterned finishing papers
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
P1 Interpretation of information
K1 why organisational procedures have been developed and how they are implemented
K2 types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to:
• drawings
• specifications
• schedules
• risk assessments
• method statements
• manufacturers’ information
• technical data sheets
• safety data sheets
• current legislation and regulations governing buildings
K3 the importance of reporting and rectifying inappropriate information
K4 the range of relevant digital services, tools and systems, and how they are used
P2 Safe work practices
K5 the information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
K6 the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used in relation to:
• water
• CO2
• foam
• powder
K7 how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills in relation to:
• fires, spillages, injuries
• emergencies relating to occupational activities
• identification of and reporting of asbestos containing materials
• identification of and reporting of lead containing materials
K8 the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to:
• operative
• site
• workplace
• vehicles
• company
• customer
• the general public
K9 how to report risks and hazards identified by the following:
• risk assessments
• method statements
• personal assessment
• manufacturers’ technical information
• statutory regulations
• official guidance
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
K10 the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
K11 why, when and how health and safety control equipment identified by the principles of prevention should be used in relation to:
• collective protective measures
• personal protective equipment (PPE)
• respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
• local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
• dust suppression
K12 how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
K13 the organisational procedures when dealing with potential accidents, health hazards and the environmental impact whilst working in the workplace:
• below ground level
• in confined spaces
• at height
• with tools and equipment
• with materials and substances
• moving and storing materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
• working in close proximity to members of the public
P3 Selection of resources
K14 why the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources are important and how defects should be rectified
K15 the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
K16 how to confirm the resources and materials conform with the specification
K17 why, where and how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported in relation to:
• surface preparation materials
• pastes and adhesives
• wallcoverings
• protective sheeting
• waste containers
• appropriate access equipment
• hand tools and associated equipment
• digital equipment including but not limited to laser levels
K18 how to identify the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
K19 methods of calculating the quantity, length and wastage associated with the method and procedure to hang wallcoverings (foundation and standard papers)
P4 Minimise the risk of damage
K20 how to protect work and its surrounding areas and adjacent finishes or surfaces from damage and the purpose of protection from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
K21 how to minimise the damage to existing building fabric
K22 why and how the disposal of waste must be carried out safely in accordance with the following:
• environmental responsibilities
• organisational procedures
• manufacturers’ information
• statutory regulations
• official guidance
K23 why it is important to maintain a safe, clear and tidy work area
P5 Approach to the work
K24 the programme of work to be carried out including the estimated and allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
K25 the types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times and the organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
P6 Meet the contract specification
K26 the importance of teamwork and communication
K27 the importance of mental health awareness and wellbeing
K28 the importance of applying Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) when dealing with others
K29 the needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings (foundation and standard papers)
K29 the needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings (foundation and standard papers)
K30 how to work around electrical fittings and pipework
K31 how to keep the material and adjacent surfaces clean
K32 how to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
K33 the relevance of an assessment of historical significance
K34 how to recognise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional construction, hard-to-treat buildings and historical significance
K35 how to work with, around and in proximity to plant and machinery
K36 how to work at height using access equipment
K37 how to use all hand tools and associated equipment
K38 how and why operative care and maintenance of all hand tools and associated equipment is carried out
K39 how to establish site access requirements
K40 how to check suitability of surface to receive wallcoverings
K41 how to prepare and apply pastes and adhesives
K42 how to prepare and hang paper to ceilings
K43 how to prepare and hang foundation papers, including but not limited to foil backed, thermal insulation, linen backed, bitumen backed
K44 how to prepare and hang textured, relief and patterned (random, set match, drop match) finished wallcoverings
K45 how to work to reveals and internal and external angles
Scope/range
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Behaviours try to address the fact that NOS mainly concentrate on outcomes. In some industries, outcomes alone are not seen as sufficient. Employers also feel it is important to describe the general ways in which individuals go about achieving the outcomes.
The following behaviours have been identified for this NOS and should be noted but are not required to be assessed.
B1 Quality focused:
Pay attention to detail to achieve high quality work to current industry standards. Awareness and consideration of other trades. Provide protection to adjacent finishes to avoid possible damage.
B2 Positive and mature attitude:
Conscientious and professional including appearance. Take responsibility for personal judgements and actions. Be aware of the limits of personal competence. Upholding ethical standards, including honesty, integrity, fairness, inclusion, respect, and transparency in all aspects of role.
B3 Teamwork:
Work as part of a larger construction team. Collaborate effectively with other tradespeople and communicate well to achieve project goals. Demonstrate good customer service. Be polite, approachable, and responsive to client needs.
B4 Attention to Sustainability
Have an awareness of sustainability and environmental considerations when using resources and carrying out processes.
B5 Continuous Learning:
Identify personal development needs and take action to meet those needs through learning and development opportunities. Keep up to date with best practice, new technology, techniques, and materials.