Park Homes insulation
Overview
This standard is about understanding the suitability of Park Homes for insulation measures, 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
1.8 surveys
1.9 Park Homes site rules and restrictions
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 equipment2.4 safe use, storage and handling of materials,
tools and equipment2.5 operative maintenance of installation equipment2.6 specific risks to health including mental health2.7 specific risks associated with ventilation (roof space, inside the
property, working below suspended supported floor structure)
and also including combustion appliances
P3 select the required quantity and quality of resources as per the
designs 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 by the following:5.1 demonstrate work skills to carry out external and internal
pre-installation checks, to cover the following: - moisture content of frame at all corners - integrity of Park Home fabric and suspension system - any signs of board warping, bubbling, dry rot - the distance between Park Homes will meet fire regulations
following installation - gas pipes, bottles and electrical cables are secure and safe - insect infestation, vermin, animals and protected species
5.2 measure, mark out, calibrate and complete remedial and
preparatory work
5.3 use and maintain all work tools
5.4 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
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
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 drawings2.2 specifications2.3 schedules2.4 method statements2.5 risk assessments2.6 design2.7 standards2.8 manufacturers' information2.9 data sheets2.10 current legislation and regulations governing Park Homes
2.11 Park Home site rules
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 in accordance with
organisational authorisation and personal skills in relation to:
6.1 fires, spillages, injuries6.2 emergencies relating to occupational activities including but
not limited to the following:
- partial or full collapse of suspension system - electrical cabling - Radon, methane, LPG or other gases6.3 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 park personnel, visitors and other park residents
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)
8.9 Park Home site rules
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 below suspended structures11.2 confined spaces11.3 at height11.4 tools and equipment11.5 materials and substances11.6 movement and storage of materials by manual handling and
mechanical lifting
11.7 vehicles
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 sheeting15.2 warning signs15.5 public protection equipment15.6 calibration 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 carry out remediation and preparatory work
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 following20.1 current legislation20.2 environmental responsibilities20.3 organisational procedures20.4 suppliers and manufacturers' information20.5 data sheets20.6 statutory regulations20.7 official guidance
20.8 Park Home site rules
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
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:
- Park Home site approvals
- suitable access
- property suitability
structural integrity
dampness
decay
- vents and ventilation
- suitable minimum Park Home spacing following proposed
installation
- services (gas, electric, water, media cables, overhead cables,
insect and vermin infestation, animals and protected species)
22.5 why it is important to ensure that all necessary repairs are
completed prior to installation
22.6 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 - mould or evidence of condensation - moisture content of the timber frame and dry rot - condition of windows and doors - lack of permission from site owner - condition of roof - space between park homes would be less than 6m following
installation - drainage and down pipes - poor condition of suspension system
22.7 how to identify when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly including but not limited to:
- fire safety
- electrical
- asbestos
- Radon,
- ecology
architectural features
ventilation
combustion ventilation
gas
22.8 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
22.9 why it is important to avoid unintended consequences
22.10 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
22.11 the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour
control layers and breather membranes following installation
and the need to maintain continuity
22.12 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
21.13 the implications of existing guarantees and warranties that
may be compromised by the installation to include but not
limited to: - the Park Home - windows and doors - renders - previous damp treatments
22.14 how to work with, around and in close proximity to plant and
machinery
22.15 how to direct and guide the operations and movement of
plant and machinery to ensure protection of a safe working
environment
22.16 how to identify and follow the installation quality
requirements
22.17 how and why it is important to check, record and report issues
with construction ventilation, flues, chimneys and combustion
air ventilators pre, during and post installation
22.18 how to identify routing of internal services, using relevant
detectors
22.19 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
22.20 why it is important to complete post installation checks in
accordance with the designs and operations manual
and report issues to include but not limited to: safeguarding
the combustion ventilation, services and report defects
22.21 how to handover and sign off to the customers satisfaction
and explain maintenance requirements
22.22 why it is important to provide post installation advice and
guidance to building occupants and client including
homeowner packs
22.23 how to use all work tools and equipment
22.24 how to work at height using access equipment
22.25 how and why maintenance of all work tools and
equipment is carried out
K23. the importance of team work and communication
K24. the needs of other occupations associated with Park Homes
insulation
Performance Criteria 6 Allocated time
K25. the programme of work to be carried out including the
estimated and 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