Create edge build ups in standard solid surfaces

This standard covers the skills and knowledge required to create edge build ups for solid surfaces ensuring that there are inconspicuous seals. It covers thermoforming corners, preparing surfaces and fitting guides

1. comply with health and safety requirements and procedures at all

   times

   2. obtain specifications and requirements following standard

   operating procedures

   3. obtain equipment and materials required following standard

   operating procedures

   4. check equipment is set up correctly and in good working order

   following standard operating procedures and any manufacturer's

   instructions

   5. check materials required meet specifications and are free from

   faults following standard operating procedures

   6. cut edge strips to desired thickness to meet specifications

   7. thermoform corners following company procedures and

   manufacturers' instructions

   8. dry-fit all pieces to ensure seam lines disappear to meet

   specifications

   9. set and glue guides following company procedures and

   manufacturers' instructions

   10. sand and clean all pieces following company procedures and

   manufacturers' instructions

   11. apply adhesives and clamp following company procedures and

   manufacturers' instructions

   12. remove clamping equipment and guides following company

   procedures and manufacturers' instructions

   13. remove excess glue following company procedures and

   manufacturers' instructions

1. relevant health and safety responsibilities

   2. meaning of terms used in specifications

   3. how to check equipment is set up and is in good working order

   4. how to check materials and common faults that can occur

   5. why it is important to select appropriate tools, equipment and

   edging methods according to the manufacturer's instructions

   6. why it is important that cuts are straight and smooth

   7. minimum radius required for corners and why this is important