Blown insulation to cold roofs
Overview
This standard is about preparing and blowing insulation to cold roofs and to access hatches, pipes, tanks and cylinders in roof areas, 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
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
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 drawings1.2 specifications1.3 schedules1.4 method statements1.5 risk assessments1.6 manufacturers’ information1.7 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 work2.2 safe use of health and safety control equipment2.3 safe use of access equipment and harness systems2.4 safe use, storage and handling of materials,
tools and equipment2.5 operative maintenance of installation equipment
2.6 specific risks to health including mental health2.7 specific risks associated with ventilation and combustion
appliances
P3 select the required quantity and quality of resources for
the methods of work3.1 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 building3.2 record and report issues or defects3.3 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 damage4.2 maintaining a safe, clear and tidy work area4.3 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 for the following:5.1 demonstrate work skills to, measure, mark out, calculate, make
good
5.2 carry out pre-installation checks, assessing, recording and
reporting issues to include:
- suitable access
- property suitability
- structural integrity
- dampness
- decay
exposure ratings
vents and ventilation
- services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
5.3 use and maintain all work tools and installation equipment
in line with manufacturers and system specifications
5.4 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 - condition of roof
5.5 create and protect platforms and walkways for access and
storage
5.6 remove and secure building occupants stored items
5.7 identify and remove infested, damaged and contaminated
insulation from roof area
5.8 identify and install passive ventilation as required by the design
and report any identified ventilation limitations
5.9 identify and report the potential risk of uninsulated omitted
areas in relation to increased condensation following installation
relating to roof coverings (pitched and flat) and roof structures
(timber, metal, concrete)
5.10 check for and protect hidden utilities
5.11 identify insulation materials and their characteristics for cold
roofs, pipes, storage tanks, cylinders and access hatches
5.12 confirm pre-installation material checks are within specified
parameters to include checking and recording batch number
and reporting defects
5.13 assemble and operate installation processing equipment in line
with manufacturers and system manuals
5.14 calibrate equipment to measure density, flow and quality tests
to ensure they are in line with manufacturers specifications and
material requirements
5.15 install passive ventilation and safeguard existing ventilation
5.16 prepare and install blown insulation to cold roofs
5.17 prepare and fix pipe, tank and cylinder insulation
5.18 ensure the insulation is contained within the prescribed areas
5.19 protect downlighters by installation of fire rated caps to the
required specification
5.20 ensure insulation around electrical apparatus will not create fire
hazards (light fittings, electrical units and cables)
5.21 minimise the effects of thermal bridging through compliance
with design detail and ensuring a consistent level of insulation
to area being insulated
5.23 install and maintain fire resistant barriers
5.24 clean and disassemble installation processing equipment and
pack away for transportation
5.25 complete post installation checks in accordance with the
system designer installations operations manual and report
issues to include but not limited to safeguarding the
combustion ventilation and report defects
5.26 provide post installation advice and guidance to building
occupants including homeowner packs, warning labels and
data sheets
5.27 work at height using access equipment and harness systems
5.28 handover and sign off to the customers satisfaction
P6 complete your work within the estimated, allocated time
and performance requirements of the system design, method
statement and the required standard
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
Performance Criteria 1Interpretation 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 drawings2.2 specifications2.3 schedules2.4 method statements2.5 risk assessments2.6 design2.7 standards2.8 manufacturers' information2.9 data sheets2.10 official guidance2.11 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 2Safe 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 in accordance with
organisational authorisation and personal skills in relation to:
6.1 fires, spillages, injuries6.2 emergencies relating to occupational activities6.3 identification of and reporting of asbestos containing materials
K7. the organisational security procedures for tools,
equipment and personal belongings in relation to:7.1 site7.2 workplace7.3 siting and location of vehicles7.4 company7.5 customer7.6 access equipment7.7 material and waste storage7.8 the general public
K8. how to report risks and hazards identified by the following:8.1 risk assessment8.2 personal assessment8.3 methods of work8.4 manufacturers' technical information8.5 data sheets8.6 statutory regulations8.7 official guidance8.8 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 measures10.2 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 confined spaces11.2 at height11.3 tools and equipment11.4 materials and substances11.5 movement and storage of materials by manual handling and
mechanical lifting
Performance Criteria 3Selection 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 insulation15.2 pipe insulation15.3 tank and cylinder jackets15.4 fixings and ancillary items15.5 access boards15.6 loft hatches15.7 soffit and fascia boards15.8 tile vents15.9 ridge tiles15.10 sarking felt vents15.11 draught-proofing materials15.12 fire rated caps15.13 cable protection15.14 all work tools15.15 installation 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 required and used to ensure, adequacy of fill as per system designer specification and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install blown insulation to cold roofs
Performance Criteria 4Minimise 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 following20.1 current legislation20.2 environmental responsibilities20.3 organisational procedures20.4 manufacturers' information20.5 data sheets20.6 statutory regulations20.7 official guidance
K21. why it is important to maintain a safe, clear and tidy work
area
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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
- decay
- vents and ventilation
- services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
22.5 why it is important to ensure that all necessary repairs are
completed prior to installation
22.6 the implications of existing guarantees and warranties that
may be compromised by the installation to include but not limited to: - timber treatment
- re-wiring - loft guarantees - building warranties
22.7 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
22.8 how to identify when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly including but not limited to: -
fire safety
electrical
- asbestos
- Radon
- heritage
- architectural features
- ecology
- ventilation
22.9 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
22.10 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
22.11 why it is important to avoid unintended consequences
22.12 why it is important 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 - condition of roof
- damaged or spalled brickwork into gable ridge - drainage and down pipes
22.13 how to work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
22.14 how to direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery to ensure protection of a safe working environment
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 how to identify and follow the installation quality
requirements
22.17 how to create and protect walkways and platforms
22.18 how to remove and secure stored items
22.19 why it is important to identify and remove infested, damaged
and contaminated insulation from roof area
22.20 how to install passive ventilation as required by the design
and report any identified ventilation limitations
22.21 how to identify and report the potential risk of uninsulated
omitted areas in relation to increased condensation following
installation relating to roof coverings (pitched and flat) and
roof structures (timber, metal, concrete)
22.22 the importance of ensuring all work to services (gas, electric,
water, media cables) is carried out by suitably qualified people
22.23 how to check for and protect hidden utilities
22.24 how to ensure pre-installation material checks are within
specified parameters to include checking and recording batch
number and reporting defects
22.25 how to assemble and operate installation processing
equipment in line with manufacturers and system manuals
22.26 how to calibrate equipment to measure density, flow and
quality tests to ensure they are in line with manufacturers
specifications and material requirements
22.27 how to install passive ventilation and safeguard existing
ventilation
22.28 how to prepare and install blown insulation to cold roofs
22.29 why it is important to minimise thermal bridging through
compliance with design detail and ensuring a consistent
level of insulation to the area being inuslated
22.30 how to prepare and fix pipe, tank and cylinder insulation
22.31 how to ensure the insulation is contained within the
prescribed areas
22.32 how to protect downlighters by installation of fire rated caps
to the required specification
22.33 how to ensure insulation around electrical apparatus will not
create fire hazards (light fittings, electrical units and cables)
22.34 how to install and maintain fire resistant barriers
22.35 how to clean and disassemble installation processing
equipment and pack away for transportation
22.36 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
22.37 the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour
control layers and breather membranes following installation
and the need to maintain continuity
22.38 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
22.39 why it is important to complete post installation checks in
accordance with the system designer installations operations
manual and report issues to include but not limited to
safeguarding the combustion ventilation and report defects
22.40 why it is important to provide advice to building occupants
including homeowner packs, warning labels and datasheets
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
installation equipment is carried out
K23. the importance of team work and communication
K24. the needs of other occupations associated with
blown insulation to cold roofs
Performance Criteria 6Allocated time
K25. the programme of work to be carried out including 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