Install internal insulation to walls

"​This standard is about, installing placed, mechanically or adhesively fixed insulation to walls, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment
This standard is for people working in the occupational area of insulation and building treatments and can be used by installers, supervisors and managers"

"P1  interpret the given design information relating to the work and resources to confirm its accuracy, completeness and relevance to the building type, fabric and condition for the following:
1.1   drawings
1.2   specifications
1.3   schedules
1.4   method statements
1.5   risk assessments
1.6  suppliers and manufacturers’ information
1.7  data sheets
P2  comply with the given, relevant legislation, standards and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices relating to the following:
2.1   methods of work
2.2   safe use of health and safety control equipment
2.3   safe use of access equipment and harness systems
2.4   safe use, storage and handling of materials,
        tools and equipment
2.5   specific risks to health including mental health
2.6   specific risks associated with ventilation and
        combustion appliances
P3   select the required quantity and quality of resources for
       the methods of work
3.1   check the suitability, compatibility and characteristics of
        the materials, components and finishes and determine if
        they are moisture open or moisture closed and their impact
        on the building
3.2   record and report issues or defects
3.3   select tools and equipment
P4   comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk
       of damage to the work and surrounding area by:
4.1   protecting the work and its surrounding area from damage
4.2   maintaining a safe, clear and tidy work area
4.3   disposing of waste in accordance with current legislation
P5  comply with the given contract information to carry out the
      work efficiently to the required specification by the following:
5.1 demonstrate work skills to measure, mark out, fix, finish,
      position, seal and secure
5.2 carry out external and internal pre-installation check, assessing,
      recording and reporting issues to include:
      - suitable access
      - property suitability
      - structural integrity
      - dampness
      - decay
      - vents and ventilation
      - services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
5.3 use and maintain all work tools and equipment
5.4 check, record and report issues with construction ventilation,
      flues, chimneys and combustion air ventilators pre and post
      installation
5.5 fit breather membrane and vapour control layers
5.6 prepare and install internal wall insulation system to given
     system designer specification, method statement and the
     required standard using the following methods to given working
     instructions
     - placed
     - mechanically or adhesively fixed including thermal boards
5.7 protect and reinstate, access routes, existing fixtures and fittings
     (carpets)
5.8 remove, replace and reinstate skirting, coving and cornices,
      radiators and electrical sockets
5.9 carry out repairs after installation
5.10 handover and sign off to the customers satisfaction
5.11 carry out post installation checks
P6   complete your work within the estimated, allocated time
       and performance requirements of the system design, method
       statement and the required standard"

"Performance Criteria 1
Interpretation of information
K1.  why organisational procedures have been developed and how
       they are implemented
K2. types of information, their source, accuracy, completeness 
       and how they are interpreted in relation to:
2.1   drawings
2.2   specifications
2.3   schedules
2.4   method statements
2.5   risk assessments
2.6   design
2.7   standards
2.8   suppliers and manufacturers' information
2.9   data sheets
2.10  official guidance
2.11  current legislation and regulations governing buildings
K3. the importance of organisational procedures to solve problems
      and why it is important to follow them
Performance Criteria 2
Safe work practices
K4. relevant, current legislation, standards and official guidance
      and how they are applied
K5. the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      in relation to water, CO2,foam, powder
K6. how emergencies should be responded to accordance with
      organisational authorisation and personal skills in relation to: 
6.1   fires, spillages, injuries
6.2   emergencies relating to occupational activities
6.3   identification of and reporting of asbestos containing materials
K7. the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and
      personal belongings in relation to:
7.1   site
7.2   workplace
7.3   siting and location of vehicles
7.4   company
7.5   customer
7.6   access equipment
7.7   material and waste storage
7.8   the general public
K8.  how to report risks and hazards identified by the following:
8.1   risk assessment
8.2   personal assessment
8.3   methods of work
8.4   suppliers and manufacturers' technical information
8.5   data sheets
8.6   statutory regulations
8.7   official guidance
8.8   Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
K9.  the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for
       making the report
K10. why, when and how health and safety control equipment
        identified by the principles of prevention should be used in
        relation to:
10.1   collective protective measures
10.2  personal protective equipment (PPE)
10.3  respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
10.4  local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
K11.  environmentally responsible work practices to meet current
         legislation, standards and official guidance when dealing with
         potential accidents, health hazards and the environment in
         relation to:
11.1   below ground level
11.2   confined spaces
11.3   at height
11.4   tools and equipment
11.5   materials and substances
11.6   movement and storage of materials by manual handling and
          mechanical lifting
Performance Criteria 3
Selection of resources
K12.  why the characteristics, compatibility, quality, uses,
         sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the
         resources are important and how defects should be rectified
K13.  the organisational procedures to select resources, why they
         have been developed and how they are used
K14.  how to confirm the resources and materials conform with the
         specification
K15.  how the resources should be used and how any problems
         associated with the resources are  reported in relation to:
15.1 protective sheeting
15.2 masking materials
15.3 warning signs
15.4 vent sleeves
15.5 insulation materials
15.6 fixings and adhesives
15.7 vapour control and breather membranes
15.8 finishing board and coat
15.9 combustion vents
15.10 all work tools and equipment
K16.  how to identify the hazards associated with the resources and
         methods of work and how they are overcome
K17.  how to calculate the quantity of materials, length, thickness,
         area and wastage associated with the method and procedure
          to install insulation to internal walls
Performance Criteria 4
Minimise the risk of damage
K18.  the importance of protecting the work and its surrounding
         area against the risk of damage
K19.  how to protect work and its surrounding area from damage by
         general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
         weather conditions and how to minimise damage to existing
          building fabric
K20.  why and how the disposal of waste must be carried out safely
         in accordance with the following
20.1   current legislation
20.2   environmental responsibilities
20.3   organisational procedures
20.4   suppliers and manufacturers' information
20.5   data sheets
20.6   statutory regulations
20.7   official guidance
K21.  why it is important to maintain a safe, clear and tidy work
         area

Performance Criteria 5
Meet the contract specification
K22.  how the methods of work to meet the specification, are carried
         out and how problems are  identified and reported by the
         application of knowledge for safe, healthy and
         environmental  work practices, procedures and skills relating
         to the method and area of work
22.1 the suitability, compatibility and characteristics of the materials,
        components and finishes, and determine if they are moisture
        open or moisture closed, their impact on the building and
        their appropriateness to the design and physical application
22.2 how to record and report issues or defects with the materials,
        components and finishes
22.3 why it is important to carry out external and internal pre-
        installation checks
22.4 how to carry out external and internal pre-installation checks,
        assessing, recording and reporting issues to include but not
        limited to:
        -  suitable access
        - property suitability
        - structural integrity
        - dampness
        - condensation
        - penetrating damp
        - rising damp
        - decay 
        - vents and ventilation 
        - services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
        - architectural features 
        - condition of down pipes
        - roof overhangs and gutters 
        - external and internal finish condition 
        - wall moisture content 
        - damp proof course height above floor level 
        - condition of ground and suspended floor joists     
22.5 why it is important to ensure that all necessary repairs are
        completed prior to installation
22.6 how to identify thermal bridges and understand solutions and
        limitations
22.7 the implications for party wall thermal bridge
22.8 how and why it is important to check, record and report issues
        with construction ventilation, flues, chimneys and combustion
        air ventilators pre and post installation
22.9 how to check for hidden utilities
22.10 how to recognise, record and report the key issues that may
          inhibit commencement of the work including but not limited
          to:
         - condition of building fabric
         - identification of any areas of potential water penetration
         - visibility and completeness of damp proof course
         - condition of window and door seals
         - height of internal floors in relation to external floor height
         - condition of roof
         - damaged or spalled brickwork
         - drainage and down pipes
         - protection and existence of sub floor ventilation
         - cavity width and identification of any debris
         - electrical cables, media cables, junction and meter boxes,
           signal receiving equipment
         - flues, gas pipes, chimneys and combustion air ventilators
         - identification of protected wildlife (nesting birds, bees, bats)
22.11 how to identify when specialist skills and knowledge are
          required and report accordingly including but not limited to:
          - fire safety
          - electrical
          - media cables
          - signal receiving equipment
          - junction boxes
          - asbestos
          - Radon
          - heritage
          - architectural and archaeological features
          - ecology
          - ventilation
          - rot
22.12 the relevance of an assessment of significance and how to
         recognise specific requirements for structures of special
         interest, traditional construction, hard-to-treat buildings and
         historical significance
22.13 how to identify, record, report and rectify unintended
          consequences not addressed in the design, including but not
          limited to the existence of: thermal bridges, thermal 
          bypassing and water ingress, inadequate ventilation and
          condensation risk
22.14 why it is important to avoid unintended consequences
22.15 why it is important to explain installation procedure to
          building occupants to include but not limited to the 
          following: 
          - scope and work programme
          - safety requirements during the installation process
          - protection of property and personal items
          - specific benefits and implications to include homeowner   
            information
          - agreed standards of making good
22.16 the implications of existing guarantees and warranties that
         may be compromised by the installation to include but not
         limited to:
         - wall ties
         - windows
         - damp proof course
         - renders
         -Tyrolean coatings
         - silicone weather proof coatings
22.17 how to work with, around and in close proximity to plant and
         machinery
22.18 how to direct and guide the operations and movement of
         plant and machinery to ensure protection of a safe working
         environment
22.19 how to identify and follow the installation quality
          requirements
22.20 which wall types are unsuitable for internal wall insulation
22.21 the implications of insulating a terrace or semi-detached
          house regarding party wall bridge
22.22 why it is important to ensure pre-installation material checks
         are within specified parameters to include checking and
         recording batch number and reporting defects
22.23 how to protect and reinstate, access routes, existing fixtures
        and fittings (carpets)
22.24 how to prepare internal walls for insulation
22.25 how to treat external walls in line with system holder
        specification
22.26 the importance of ensuring all work to services (gas, electric,
        water, media cables) is carried out by suitably qualified people
22.27 how to remove, replace and reinstate skirting, coving and
          cornices, radiators and electrical sockets
22.28 how to construct straps to walls to contain or hold insulation
22.29 how to fit mechanically or adhesively fixed insulation
          including thermal boards
22.30 how to fit breather membrane and vapour control layers
22.31 the different types of air and vapour control layers and
         breather membranes, where and how they should be used and
         why it is important to install them correctly 
22.32 the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour
         control layers and breather membranes, following installation
         and the need to maintain continuity
22.33 why it is important to immediately record and report
          unforeseen events including but not limited to equipment
          malfunctions, situations and faults not identified in the
          original design
22.34 why it is important to maintain or install fire resistant barriers
22.35 how to maintain sound-proofing
22.36 how to seal joints, perimeters and penetrations
22.37 why it is important to minimise thermal bridging through
         compliance with design detail ensuring a consistent level
         of insulation of to the area being insulated
22.38 how to carry out any repair after installation
22.39 why it is important to complete post installation checks in
         accordance with the system designer installations operations
         manual and report isues
22.40 why it is important to provide post installation advice and
         guidance to building occupants and client including
          homeowner packs
22.41 how to handover and sign off to the customers satisfaction
22.42 how to use all work tools and installation equipment in line
         with manufacturers' and system specifications
22.43 how to work at height using access equipment and harness
          systems
22.44 how and why maintenance of all work tools and
          equipment is carried out
K23.  the importance of team work and communication
K24.  needs of other occupations associated with installing 
         insulation to walls
Performance Criteria 6
Allocated time
K25.  what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the
         estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
K26.  the types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
         and the organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
         which will affect the work programme"