Inherent requirements - trades

Before deciding if CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice. This course includes reading building documents, interpreting plans and specifications, estimating work, preparing project documentation, coordinating construction activities, and communicating with people involved in building projects.

The inherent requirements below describe the core skills and abilities you need to complete the course and meet assessment requirements. They are not extra entry requirements. They help you understand the types of tasks you may need to complete during your training and assessment.

Reasonable adjustments may be available if you have a disability, injury, health condition, or other support need. TAFE Queensland can discuss support options with you before or during your study. Any adjustment must be reasonable and cannot change the core assessment outcome, workplace health and safety requirements, construction industry standards, or the integrity of the qualification. This aligns with TAFE Queensland’s published inherent requirements approach and ASQA’s expectations that students receive appropriate support while still meeting assessment and training product requirements.

Assessment may include simulated workplace tasks, written documentation, digital activities, practical construction contexts, and site-based activities where required. You will need to show that you can complete tasks safely, accurately, and to the standard expected in the building and construction industry.

Physical requirements
You may need to:

• attend site visits, workshops, or simulated construction environments where required
• move safely around building sites, training areas, and uneven surfaces
• stand, walk, bend, or climb stairs as part of site-based activities
• carry personal protective equipment, documents, measuring tools, or small equipment
• use hand tools, measuring equipment, and digital devices where required
• maintain enough physical stamina to participate in scheduled learning and assessment activities.

You do not need to perform heavy trade work unless it is required for an assessment activity. However, you must be able to participate safely in construction-related environments.

Working safely
You need to follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times.

You may need to:

• identify hazards and follow site safety instructions
• use personal protective equipment correctly
• follow emergency procedures and supervisor directions
• move safely around active or simulated construction areas
• work within your role and authority
• report risks, incidents, defects, and non-compliance clearly
• apply safe work practices when inspecting, planning, coordinating, or documenting building work.

Reasonable adjustments cannot remove the need to work safely or meet required safety standards.

Communication and understanding
You need to communicate clearly in spoken, written, and digital formats.

You may need to:

• read and understand plans, drawings, specifications, contracts, codes, standards, policies, and workplace documents
• interpret project information and apply it to building work
• prepare written documents such as reports, schedules, estimates, site notes, correspondence, and compliance records
• communicate with clients, contractors, suppliers, supervisors, certifiers, and other stakeholders
• ask questions, clarify instructions, and respond to feedback
• use appropriate language for workplace and construction contexts
• record information accurately and in a format others can understand.

You need enough English language, literacy, and digital communication skills to complete assessment tasks and support safe construction practice.

Working with others
You need to work with other people in a professional and respectful way.

You may need to:

• participate in group discussions, meetings, and project planning activities
• coordinate information between different people involved in a building project
• respond to stakeholder questions, concerns, or instructions
• give and receive feedback
• negotiate priorities, timeframes, and work requirements
• maintain professional boundaries
• manage conflict or differing views in a calm and appropriate way.

This course reflects real construction workplaces, where supervisors and project coordinators need to work with a range of people.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You need to understand, remember, and apply construction information.

You may need to:

• interpret plans, specifications, codes, standards, and workplace procedures
• estimate materials, labour, timeframes, and project costs
• prepare and adjust schedules
• identify project risks, defects, delays, and compliance issues
• apply basic mathematical calculations
• compare information across drawings, documents, and site conditions
• make decisions using evidence and workplace requirements
• organise multiple tasks, documents, and deadlines
• use digital systems to enter, store, update, and retrieve project information.

You need to apply judgement and problem-solving skills in practical building and construction contexts.

Sensory requirements
You need sufficient visual, hearing, and communication ability to participate safely and complete assessment tasks.

You may need to:

• read printed and digital documents, including plans, drawings, symbols, measurements, schedules, forms, and reports
• identify site signage, hazards, markings, and safety information
• hear or receive instructions, alarms, warnings, and workplace communication
• take part in discussions, meetings, and assessment conversations
• check details in documents, drawings, measurements, and digital systems.

Adjustments may support access to information, but they cannot remove the need to interpret required construction information accurately.

Environmental requirements
You may need to participate in activities in classrooms, online learning spaces, workshops, simulated environments, and construction-related sites.

You may be exposed to:

• uneven ground, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, or restricted movement areas where relevant to site access
• noise, dust, weather, heat, or outdoor conditions during site-based activities
• construction tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, or stored items
• workplace rules, site inductions, and access requirements
• scheduled activities that require attendance at specific times or locations.

You must be able to follow site requirements and participate safely in these environments.

Qualification-specific requirements
For this qualification, you may need to:

• read and interpret residential and low-rise construction plans, specifications, schedules, and related documents
• estimate quantities, costs, resources, and project timeframes
• plan and coordinate building and construction work
• prepare project documentation, reports, records, and written communication
• use digital tools and systems for documents, communication, calculations, and project information
• apply numeracy skills for measurements, quantities, costing, scheduling, and reporting
• communicate with clients, contractors, suppliers, supervisors, and other project stakeholders
• identify and respond to compliance, quality, safety, and documentation requirements
• attend construction sites, training workshops, or simulated work environments where required for learning and assessment.

These requirements support your ability to complete the course and demonstrate the skills expected in building and construction supervision, coordination, and project administration roles.

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Before deciding if CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is the right course for you, it is important to make an informed choice by considering the skills, knowledge, practical tasks and assessment requirements that are involved in this highly sort after construction trade, before you enrol.  This course includes practical carpentry tasks that reflect the skills used in residential, commercial and construction workplaces, including measuring, setting out, cutting, assembling, installing and repairing timber and non-timber materials.

Review the inherent requirements below and think about whether any of these may present difficulties for you.  If you feel you may have challenges due to a disability, health condition, injury, learning need, or for any other reason, we encourage you to speak with TAFE Queensland before you enrol.

Qualification-specific requirements
This qualification prepares you for carpentry work in construction settings.  You will need to complete theoretical and practical tasks that involve structural and finish carpentry.

You may be required to:

• Complete work in a contemporary classroom, modern workshop and simulated workplace setting.
• Read and follow work instructions, plans, drawings, specifications and client requirements.
• Follow construction site safety requirements, including PPE, safe work practices and site instructions at all times.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, volume, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Measure, mark and set out job plans, prepare cutting lists, cut, assemble and install timber and other building materials.
• Construct and install wall frames, roof framing components, eaves, linings, mouldings and fixtures.
• Use a wide range of hand and power tools, specialised measuring, levelling and set out equipment and construction equipment.
• Handle, move and position timber, sheet products and building materials safely.
• Work around typical construction hazards, including heights, uneven surfaces, dust, noise, sharp materials and falling-object risks.
• Check measurements, levels, plumb, alignment and finishes against client and industries quality requirements.
• Produce work that meets the required standard for accuracy, finish and best industry practice.

If you are unsure whether you can meet these requirements, contact TAFE Queensland before you enrol. We can talk with you about your study options, reasonable adjustments and support services.

Industry alignment and assessment requirements
The tasks and responsibilities in the construction industry may vary depending on the employer, workplace, project or site conditions.

To successfully complete this qualification, you will need to demonstrate knowledge and practical skills in line with industry standards and workplace expectations.  This may include working in real-world simulated construction environments and depending on your study mode, in workplace settings.  This includes completing assessment tasks safely, following instructions, using tools and equipment correctly, accurately, within a stated time frame, to produce work against industry standards.

Reasonable adjustment
Reasonable adjustments may be available to support you to participate in learning and assessment.

Adjustments may include changes to how information is provided, extra time, assistive technology, modified learning materials, or other support.

Adjustments may include changes to how learning is delivered, how information is provided, or how assessment is arranged.  Any adjustment must be reasonable and must still allow you to meet the required assessment outcome independently.

Reasonable adjustments cannot:

• Change the core skills and knowledge you must demonstrate.
• Remove workplace health and safety requirements.
• Change the standard of work required by industry.
• Allow unsafe work practices.
• Remove the need to complete practical tasks
• Change the integrity or objective of an assessment.

TAFE Queensland will work with you to consider suitable support options where possible.  However, some assessment tasks must be completed in workshop, simulated workplace, or site-based conditions, reflective of industry expectations.

Physical requirements
You will need the physical capacity to take part in practical carpentry trade tasks in a classroom, workshop and simulated workplace environments, which replicate real-world, workshop-based and site-based tasks used in the construction industry.

You may need to:

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach and work in different positions.
• Lift, carry, move, position materials, components, tools and equipment safely.
• Handle sheet materials, manufactured board, timber, metal, glass, hardware and fittings.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely with control and accuracy.
• Manufacture, hold, guide, clamp, assemble, install, adjust and finish carpentry components.
• Work for set periods while maintaining ergonomic safe work practices.
• Complete tasks that require hand strength, grip, coordination and fine motor control.
• Climb ladders, access work platforms and work around framed structures.
• Follow safe manual handling practices when working with materials and equipment.

You will need enough stamina and mobility to complete practical tasks to the required workplace standard.  Carpentry training involves tools, equipment, materials and site conditions that can create safety risks if instructions are not followed.

Working safely
You will need to follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times.

You may need to:

• Wear and correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, masks, respirators, safety footwear and suitable high visibility clothing where required.
• Follow safety instructions, workplace procedures and teacher directions.
• Follow lock-out, isolation, guarding and safe operating procedures where required.
• Identify and report hazards, such as trip risks, sharp materials, unstable surfaces, falling objects, dust, noise and moving equipment.
• Work safely around tools, equipment, machinery, moving sharp blades and cutters, electrical equipment, materials, dust, noise, chemicals and other people.
• Use hand tools, power tools and installation equipment safely.
• Work safely at heights and around fall risks, including ladders, scaffolding and work platforms.
• Keep work areas clean and free from hazards by keeping tools, materials and waste controlled.

• Work safely in workshop and site-based environments.  Take reasonable care for your own safety and the safety of others.

• Stop work and seek help if you are unsure or if a task becomes unsafe.

You must be able to demonstrate safe work practices during practical assessment. Safety requirements cannot be removed or reduced through reasonable adjustment.

Communication and understanding
You will need sufficient English Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND), skills to complete learning, theoretical and practical assessment tasks safely, correctly and in a timely industry fashion.  You will need to understand and respond to workplace information.  This includes written, verbal and visual information used in carpentry and construction settings.

You will need to communicate clearly and understand workplace instructions.

 You may need to:

• Read, understand and follow, written and verbal job instructions, safety information, workplace procedures and product information.
• Use clear verbal and written communication in differing construction trade work environments.
• Follow instructions in environments where there may be noise, machinery movement, work colleagues or competing tasks.
• Ask questions when you need clarification.
• Report problems, hazards, defects, or changes to your teacher or supervisor.
• Read and interpret drawings, plans, elevations, sections, measurements, schedules, specifications, cutting lists and job sheets.
• Read and understand instructions about materials, finishes, hardware, fittings and installation requirements.
• Record measurements, perform numeracy calculations to reach set task outcomes.

Working with others
You will need to work with others in a respectful, safe and reliable way.

You will need to:

• Work with teachers, supervisors, classmates, clients and other tradespeople.
• Follow instructions from a teacher or workplace supervisor.
• Take part in group tasks, workshop activities and simulated workplace activities.
• Coordinate tasks with others when moving materials, manufacturing, assembling or installing construction components.
• Listen to feedback and make required changes to your work.
• Behave professionally in workshop and site-based settings.
• Respect different roles, responsibilities, cultures and communication styles.
• Manage your own behaviour so the work environment remains safe and productive.

You will need to work safely around others and contribute to a workplace-style learning environment.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to learn, remember and apply underpinning information during practical carpentry trade tasks.

You may need to:

• Remember safety procedures and apply them each time you complete a task.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, quantities, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Follow a planned sequence of work steps in a logical order to meet a set timeline.
• Select suitable tools, equipment, materials, fixings and fittings for the task.
• Identify errors in working drawings and measurements.  Identify defects through machining processes, assembly, finishing applications and installation procedures.
• Solve routine problems during fabrication, assembly, finishing and installation tasks.
• Check your work against drawings, specifications, tolerances, quality requirements and Industry standards.
• Adjust work methods when materials, site conditions, or client requirements change.

You will need to apply practical judgement and seek help when a task is outside your skill level or authority.

Sensory requirements
You will need sufficient vision, hearing and touch to work safely and accurately on construction tasks.

You may need to:

• Read drawings, measurements, labels, markings, safety signs and equipment instructions.
• Identify markings, lines, edges, joins, finishes, defects and alignment.
• Use touch and hand control to position, align, adjust, fasten and finish components.
• Check the quality, fit, level, plumb, finish and presentation of completed work.
• Hear instructions, alarms, warning signals, equipment sounds and people working nearby.
• Recognise changes in tool or equipment operation that may indicate a safety issue.

You may use approved aids or equipment where reasonable.  However, you must still be able to complete tasks safely, to meet the required assessment against workplace standards.

Environmental requirements
You will need to work in environments that reflect carpentry workshops and simulated construction site conditions.

You may need to work in areas with:

• Noise from tools, equipment, machinery and other work activities.
• Dust, adhesives, sealants, coatings, fumes, or odours.
• Dust control and extraction equipment being utilised.
• Changing temperatures, lighting and ventilation conditions.
• Restricted spaces or shared work areas.
• Uneven surfaces, working at heights, temporary work areas, or active work zones.
• Manual handling tasks and moving materials.
• Workplace hazards that require PPE and safe work procedures.
• Timeframes, job sequencing and quality requirements.

You will need to manage your own health and safety needs while meeting workplace safety requirements and assessment conditions.

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Joinery is a highly specialised, bespoke trade that involves skilled tradespeople working across commercial, retail and domestic environments.  Professionals in this field are responsible for the design, manufacture and installation of interior and exterior spaces in luxury homes, retail spaces and many other contemporary environments.

This unique trade is often at the forefront of innovation, utilising the latest in creative design, materials, proof of concept, next Gen technology and cutting-edge, advanced manufacturing trade technique.  The Joinery trade sits with in both the onsite and offsite manufacturing and construction codes.  

Inherent requirements
Before deciding if CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery is the right course for you, it is important to make an informed choice by considering the skills, knowledge, practical tasks and assessment requirements that are involved in this highly sort after, specialised trade, before you enrol.  This course includes classroom, workshop and simulated workplace environments; replicating real-world, interior and exterior fit out, work tasks that are used extensively in the bespoke trade of Joinery.

You will learn to read plans and follow specifications, measure, set out, draw and program on CAD and CNC machinery utilising next Gen software, manufacture, assemble, finish and install a vast range of Joinery components using a wide range of high-end materials, tools, equipment, all designed to meet specific client requirements.

Review the inherent requirements below and think about whether any of these may present difficulties for you.  If you feel you may have challenges due to a disability, health condition, injury, learning need, or for any other reason, we encourage you to speak with TAFE Queensland before you enrol.

Qualification-specific requirements
This qualification requires you to complete theoretical and practical Joinery tasks, that reflect real-world, industry works.

In the exciting trade of Joinery, you will need to:

• Read and follow work instructions, plans, drawings, specifications and client requirements.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine trade construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, volume, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Measure, mark and set out job plans, prepare cutting lists, manufacture, shape, assemble, fit, install and finish Joinery components to a high quality, detailed, industry standard.
• Work with high-end materials such as timber, manufactured board, laminates, glass, metals, solid surface products, specialised fittings and hardware and an extensive range of finishing materials.
• Use a wide range of hand and power tools, specialised measuring and set out equipment.
• Program on Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC), machinery utilising next Gen software.
• Use industry specific machines in a modern workshop, utilising and following, industry safe machining techniques to manufacture a wide range of Joinery components; Bespoke Joinery and cabinetry, windows and doors, stairs.
• Use a wide range of Industry specific installation techniques and specialised installation equipment to install Joinery components.
• Check measurements, levels, plumb, alignment and finishes against client and industries quality requirements.
• Complete work in a contemporary classroom, modern workshop and simulated workplace setting.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times.
• Complete assessment tasks to the required industry, high standard.

These requirements help you understand the types of skills and abilities you will need to complete the course and work safely in the Joinery trade.

Industry alignment and assessment requirements
The tasks and responsibilities in the Joinery industry may vary depending on the employer, workplace, project or site conditions.

To successfully complete this qualification, you will need to demonstrate practical skills and knowledge in line with industry standards and workplace expectations.  This includes completing assessment tasks safely, accurately, within a stated time frame and to the required high-quality standard.

You will be required to work with timber, manufactured board, glass, metals, solid surface products, various hardware and fittings, adhesives, fasteners and finishing materials.  You will also need to use a wide range of hand and power tools, measuring equipment, CAD and CNC programs utilising next Gen software, workshop machinery and installation equipment, all under supervision.

The following inherent requirements outline the abilities and attributes you will need to participate safely and effectively in this course.

Reasonable adjustment
Reasonable adjustments may be available to support you to participate in learning and assessment.

Adjustments may include changes to how information is provided, extra time, assistive technology, modified learning materials, or other support.

Adjustments may include changes to how learning is delivered, how information is provided, or how assessment is arranged.  Any adjustment must be reasonable and must still allow you to meet the required assessment outcome independently.

Reasonable adjustments cannot:

• Change the core skills and knowledge you must demonstrate.
• Remove workplace health and safety requirements.
• Change the standard of work required by industry.
• Allow unsafe work practices.
• Remove the need to complete practical Joinery tasks
• Change the integrity or objective of an assessment.

TAFE Queensland will work with you to consider suitable support options where possible.  However, some assessment tasks must be completed in workshop, simulated workplace, or site-based conditions, reflective of industry expectations.

Physical requirements
You will need the physical capacity to take part in practical Joinery trade tasks in a classroom, workshop and simulated workplace environments, which replicate real-world, workshop-based and site-based tasks used in the Joinery industry.

You may need to:

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach and work in different positions.
• Lift, carry, move, position materials, components, tools and equipment safely.
• Handle sheet materials, manufactured board, timber, metal, glass, solid surface products, hardware and fittings.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely with control and accuracy.
• Manufacture, hold, guide, clamp, assemble, install, adjust and finish Joinery components.
• Work for set periods while maintaining ergonomic safe work practices.
• Complete tasks that require hand strength, grip, coordination and fine motor control.
• Follow safe manual handling practices when working with materials and equipment.

You will need enough stamina and mobility to complete practical tasks to the required workplace standard.  Joinery training involves tools, equipment, materials and site conditions that can create safety risks if instructions are not followed.

Working safely
You will need to follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times.

You may need to:

• Wear and correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, masks, respirators, safety footwear and suitable high visibility clothing where required.
• Follow safety instructions, workplace procedures and teacher directions.
• Follow lock-out, isolation, guarding and safe operating procedures where required.
• Identify hazards and report safety concerns.
• Work safely around tools, equipment, machinery, moving sharp blades and cutters, electrical equipment, materials, dust, noise, chemicals and other people.
• Use hand tools, power tools and installation equipment safely.
• Keep work areas clean and free from hazards.
• Work safely in workshop and site-based environments
• Stop work and seek help if you are unsure or if a task becomes unsafe.

You must be able to demonstrate safe work practices during practical assessment. Safety requirements cannot be removed or reduced through reasonable adjustment.

Communication and understanding
You will need sufficient English Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND), skills to complete learning, theoretical and practical assessment tasks safely, correctly and in a timely industry fashion.

You will need to communicate clearly and understand workplace instructions.

 You may need to:

• Read, understand and follow, written and verbal job instructions, safety information, workplace procedures and product information.
• Use clear verbal and written communication in differing Joinery trade work environments.
• Follow instructions in environments where there may be noise, machinery movement, work colleagues or competing tasks.
• Ask questions when you need clarification.
• Report problems, hazards, defects, or changes to your teacher or supervisor.
• Read and interpret drawings, plans, elevations, sections, measurements, schedules, specifications, cutting lists and job sheets.
• Read and understand instructions about materials, finishes, hardware, fittings and installation requirements.
• Record measurements, perform numeracy calculations to reach set task outcomes.

Working with others
You will need to work with others in a respectful, safe and reliable way.

You will need to:

• Work with teachers, supervisors, classmates, clients and other tradespeople.
• Follow instructions from a teacher or workplace supervisor.
• Take part in group tasks, workshop activities and simulated workplace activities.
• Coordinate tasks with others when moving materials, manufacturing, assembling or installing Joinery components.
• Listen to feedback and make required changes to your work.
• Behave professionally in workshop and site-based settings.
• Respect different roles, responsibilities, cultures and communication styles.
• Manage your own behaviour so the work environment remains safe and productive.

You will need to work safely around others and contribute to a workplace-style learning environment.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to learn, remember and apply underpinning information during practical Joinery trade tasks.

You may need to:

• Remember safety procedures and apply them each time you complete a task.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine trade construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, quantities, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Follow a planned sequence of work steps in a logical order to meet a set timeline.
• Select suitable tools, equipment, materials, fixings and fittings for the task.
• Identify errors in working drawings & measurements.  Identify defects through machining processes, assembly, finishing applications and installation procedures.
• Solve routine problems during fabrication, assembly, finishing and installation tasks.
• Check your work against drawings, specifications, tolerances, quality requirements and Industry standards.
• Adjust work methods when materials, site conditions, or client requirements change.

You will need to apply practical judgement and seek help when a task is outside your skill level or authority.

Sensory requirements
You will need sufficient vision, hearing and touch to work safely and accurately on Joinery tasks.

You may need to:

• Read drawings, measurements, labels, markings, safety signs and equipment instructions.
• Identify markings, lines, edges, joins, finishes, defects and alignment.
• Use touch and hand control to position, align, adjust, fasten and finish components.
• Check the quality, fit, level, plumb, finish and presentation of completed work.
• Hear instructions, alarms, warning signals, equipment sounds and people working nearby.
• Recognise changes in tool or equipment operation that may indicate a safety issue.

You may use approved aids or equipment where reasonable.  However, you must still be able to complete tasks safely, to meet the required assessment against workplace standards.

Environmental requirements
You will need to work in environments that reflect Joinery workshops and simulated site conditions.

You may need to work in areas with:

• Noise from tools, equipment, machinery and other work activities; indoors and outdoors in hot, cold or wet conditions.
• Dust, adhesives, sealants, coatings, fumes, or odours.
• Dust control and extraction equipment being utilised.
• Changing temperatures, lighting and ventilation conditions.
• Restricted spaces or shared work areas.
• Uneven surfaces, working at heights, temporary work areas, or active work zones.
• Manual handling tasks and moving materials.
• Workplace hazards that require PPE and safe work procedures.
• Timeframes, job sequencing and quality requirements.

You will need to manage your own health and safety needs while meeting workplace safety requirements and assessment conditions.

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Shopfitting is a highly specialised, bespoke trade that involves skilled tradespeople working across commercial, retail and domestic environments. Professionals in this field are responsible for the design, manufacture and installation of interior spaces such as retail stores, offices, luxury homes and many other contemporary environments.

This unique trade is often at the forefront of innovation, utilising the latest in creative design, materials, proof of concept, next Gen technology and cutting-edge, advanced manufacturing trade technique.  The Shopfitting trade sits with in both the onsite and offsite manufacturing and construction codes.  

Before deciding if CPC30120 Certificate III in Shopfitting is the right course for you, it is important to make an informed choice by considering the skills, knowledge, practical tasks and assessment requirements that are involved in this highly sort after, specialised trade, before you enrol.  This course includes classroom, workshop and simulated workplace environments; replicating real-world, interior fit out, site-based tasks used extensively in the Shopfitting industry.

You will learn to read plans and follow specifications, measure, set out, draw and program on CAD and CNC machinery utilising next Gen software, manufacture, assemble, finish and install a vast range of Shopfitting components using a wide range of high-end materials, tools, equipment, all designed to meet specific client requirements.

Review the inherent requirements below and think about whether any of these may present difficulties for you.  If you feel you may have challenges due to a disability, health condition, injury, learning need, or for any other reason, we encourage you to speak with TAFE Queensland before you enrol.

Qualification-specific requirements
This qualification requires you to complete theoretical and practical Shopfitting tasks, that reflect real-world, industry works.
In the exciting trade of Shopfitting, you will need to:

• Read and follow work instructions, plans, drawings, specifications and client requirements.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine trade construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, volume, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Measure, mark and set out job plans, prepare cutting lists, manufacture, shape, assemble, fit, install and finish Shopfitting components to a high quality, detailed, industry standard.
• Work with high-end materials such as timber, manufactured board, laminates, glass, metals, solid surface products, specialised fittings and hardware and an extensive range of finishing materials.
• Use a wide range of hand and power tools, specialised measuring and set out equipment.
• Program on Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC), machinery utilising next Gen software.
• Use industry specific machines in a modern workshop, utilising and following, industry safe machining techniques to manufacture a wide range of Shopfitting components.  
• Use a wide range of Industry specific installation techniques and specialised installation equipment to install Shopfitting components; joinery, internal shop and office fit outs, shopfronts; including high level bulkheads.
• Check measurements, levels, plumb, alignment and finishes against client and industries quality requirements.
• Complete work in a contemporary classroom, modern workshop and simulated workplace site-based setting.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times.
• Complete assessment tasks to the required industry, high standard.

These requirements help you understand the types of skills and abilities you will need to complete the course and work safely in the Shopfitting industry.

Industry alignment and assessment requirements
The tasks and responsibilities in the Shopfitting industry may vary depending on the employer, workplace, project or site conditions.

To successfully complete this qualification, you will need to demonstrate practical skills and knowledge in line with industry standards and workplace expectations.  This includes completing assessment tasks safely, accurately, within a stated time frame and to the required high-quality standard.

You will be required to work with timber, manufactured board, glass, metals, solid surface products, various hardware and fittings, adhesives, fasteners and finishing materials.  You will also need to use a wide range of hand and power tools, measuring equipment, CAD and CNC programs utilising next Gen software, workshop machinery and installation equipment, all under supervision.

The following inherent requirements outline the abilities and attributes you will need to participate safely and effectively in this course.

Reasonable adjustment
Reasonable adjustments may be available to support you to participate in learning and assessment.

Adjustments may include changes to how information is provided, extra time, assistive technology, modified learning materials, or other support.

Adjustments may include changes to how learning is delivered, how information is provided, or how assessment is arranged.  Any adjustment must be reasonable and must still allow you to meet the required assessment outcome independently.

Reasonable adjustments cannot:

• Change the core skills and knowledge you must demonstrate.
• Remove workplace health and safety requirements.
• Change the standard of work required by industry.
• Allow unsafe work practices.
• Remove the need to complete practical Shopfitting tasks
• Change the integrity or objective of an assessment.

TAFE Queensland will work with you to consider suitable support options where possible. However, some assessment tasks must be completed in workshop, simulated workplace, or site-based conditions, reflective of industry expectations.

Physical requirements
You will need the physical capacity to take part in practical Shopfitting tasks in a classroom, workshop and simulated workplace environments, which replicate real-world, workshop-based and site-based tasks used in the Shopfitting industry.
You may need to:

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach and work in different positions.
• Lift, carry, move, position materials, components, tools and equipment safely.
• Handle sheet materials, manufactured board, timber, metal, glass, solid surface products, hardware and fittings.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely with control and accuracy.
• Manufacture, hold, guide, clamp, assemble, install, adjust and finish Shopfitting components.
• Work for set periods while maintaining ergonomic safe work practices.
• Complete tasks that require hand strength, grip, coordination and fine motor control.
• Follow safe manual handling practices when working with materials and equipment.

You will need enough stamina and mobility to complete practical tasks to the required workplace standard.  Shopfitting training involves tools, equipment, materials and site conditions that can create safety risks if instructions are not followed.

Working safely
You will need to follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times.
You may need to:

• Wear and correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, masks, respirators, safety footwear and suitable high visibility clothing where required.
• Follow safety instructions, workplace procedures and teacher directions.
• Follow lock-out, isolation, guarding and safe operating procedures where required.
• Identify hazards and report safety concerns.
• Work safely around tools, equipment, machinery, moving sharp blades and cutters, electrical equipment, materials, dust, noise, chemicals and other people.
• Use hand tools, power tools and installation equipment safely.
• Keep work areas clean and free from hazards.
• Work safely in workshop and site-based environments
• Stop work and seek help if you are unsure or if a task becomes unsafe.

You must be able to demonstrate safe work practices during practical assessment. Safety requirements cannot be removed or reduced through reasonable adjustment.

Communication and understanding
You will need sufficient English Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND), skills to complete learning, theoretical and practical assessment tasks safely, correctly and in a timely industry fashion.

You will need to communicate clearly and understand workplace instructions.
You may need to:

• Read, understand and follow, written and verbal job instructions, safety information, workplace procedures and product information.
• Use clear verbal and written communication in differing Shopfitting work environments.
• Follow instructions in environments where there may be noise, machinery movement, work colleagues or competing tasks.
• Ask questions when you need clarification.
• Report problems, hazards, defects, or changes to your teacher or supervisor.
• Read and interpret drawings, plans, elevations, sections, measurements, schedules, specifications, cutting lists and job sheets.
• Read and understand instructions about materials, finishes, hardware, fittings and installation requirements.
• Record measurements, perform numeracy calculations to reach set task outcomes.

Working with others
You will need to work with others in a respectful, safe and reliable way.
You will need to:

• Work with teachers, supervisors, classmates, clients and other tradespeople.
• Follow instructions from a teacher or workplace supervisor.
• Take part in group tasks, workshop activities and simulated workplace activities.
• Coordinate tasks with others when moving materials, manufacturing, assembling or installing Shopfitting components.
• Listen to feedback and make required changes to your work.
• Behave professionally in workshop and site-based settings.
• Respect different roles, responsibilities, cultures and communication styles.
• Manage your own behaviour so the work environment remains safe and productive.

You will need to work safely around others and contribute to a workplace-style learning environment.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to learn, remember and apply underpinning information during practical Shopfitting tasks.
You may need to:

• Remember safety procedures and apply them each time you complete a task.
• Use your numeracy skillset to take and record measurements, perform routine trade construction calculations to calculate lengths, areas, quantities, angles and material quantity requirements.
• Follow a planned sequence of work steps in a logical order to meet a set timeline.
• Select suitable tools, equipment, materials, fixings and fittings for the task.
• Identify errors in working drawings and measurements.  Identify defects through machining processes, assembly, finishing applications and installation procedures.
• Solve routine problems during fabrication, assembly, finishing and installation tasks.
• Check your work against drawings, specifications, tolerances, quality requirements and Industry standards.
• Adjust work methods when materials, site conditions, or client requirements change.

You will need to apply practical judgement and seek help when a task is outside your skill level or authority.

Sensory requirements
You will need sufficient vision, hearing and touch to work safely and accurately on Shopfitting tasks.
You may need to:

• Read drawings, measurements, labels, markings, safety signs and equipment instructions.
• Identify markings, lines, edges, joins, finishes, defects and alignment.
• Use touch and hand control to position, align, adjust, fasten and finish components.
• Check the quality, fit, level, plumb, finish and presentation of completed work.
• Hear instructions, alarms, warning signals, equipment sounds and people working nearby.
• Recognise changes in tool or equipment operation that may indicate a safety issue.

You may use approved aids or equipment where reasonable.  However, you must still be able to complete tasks safely, to meet the required assessment against workplace standards.

Environmental requirements
You will need to work in environments that reflect Shopfitting workshops and simulated site conditions.
You may need to work in areas with:

• Noise from tools, equipment, machinery and other work activities; indoors and outdoors in hot, cold or wet conditions.
• Dust, adhesives, sealants, coatings, fumes, or odours.
• Dust control and extraction equipment being utilised.
• Changing temperatures, lighting and ventilation conditions.
• Restricted spaces or shared work areas.
• Uneven surfaces, working at heights, temporary work areas, or active work zones.
• Manual handling tasks and moving materials.
• Workplace hazards that require PPE and safe work procedures.
• Timeframes, job sequencing and quality requirements.

You will need to manage your own health and safety needs while meeting workplace safety requirements and assessment conditions.

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Before deciding if MEM30819 Certificate III in Locksmithing is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice. You should consider the key skills, knowledge, practical tasks, workplace expectations, and assessment requirements involved in this course.

The inherent requirements below describe the abilities and skills you need to demonstrate to complete the course and work safely in locksmithing environments. They are not additional entry requirements. They are intended to help you understand what you may need to do during training, assessment, and workplace-based tasks.

TAFE Queensland may provide reasonable adjustments to support you to participate in learning and assessment. Reasonable adjustments may include changes to how learning is delivered, how information is presented, or how you access support. However, reasonable adjustments cannot change the core assessment outcome, remove workplace safety requirements, or lower the industry standards you must meet.

To successfully complete this qualification, you must be able to complete practical and knowledge-based assessment tasks in line with industry expectations. This may include simulated workplace tasks, workshop activities, customer-focused tasks, and workplace documentation. You must be able to show that you can work safely, follow instructions, use tools and equipment correctly, and complete locksmithing tasks to the required standard.

Physical requirements
You will need the physical capacity to complete locksmithing tasks safely and accurately. This may include:

• standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and working at benches or doors for periods of time
• using hand tools, power tools, cutting tools, key machines, and other locksmithing equipment
• handling locks, cylinders, keys, door hardware, safes, and security components
• carrying tools, materials, and equipment within safe manual handling limits
• completing fine motor tasks that require hand control, grip strength, dexterity, and coordination
• working with small parts, pins, springs, screws, tumblers, key blanks, and lock components
• completing tasks that require precision, steady hand movement, and attention to detail.

You may need to complete repeated practical tasks to demonstrate consistency, accuracy, and safe work practices.

Working safely
You will need to follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times. This may include:

• using hand tools, cutting tools, machinery, and equipment safely
• following safe operating procedures and teacher instructions
• wearing required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and enclosed footwear
• identifying hazards and reporting risks in workshop, site, or simulated workplace settings
• applying safe manual handling practices when moving tools, equipment, doors, or hardware
• maintaining a clean and organised work area
• managing risks linked to sharp edges, moving machine parts, metal fragments, noise, dust, and electrical or battery-operated equipment
• stopping work and seeking guidance when a task is unclear or unsafe.

You must be able to meet safety requirements without placing yourself or others at risk.

Communication and understanding
You will need to communicate clearly and understand information used in locksmithing work. This may include:

• reading and following work orders, job instructions, technical information, product specifications, and workplace procedures
• interpreting measurements, drawings, diagrams, manufacturer instructions, and hardware information
• asking questions when instructions are unclear
• explaining tasks, timeframes, limitations, and service requirements to customers or workplace supervisors
• recording job details, parts used, work completed, and relevant workplace information
• maintaining confidentiality when handling customer details, access information, keying systems, lock codes, or security-related records
• using clear spoken and written communication in workshop, workplace, and customer service settings.

You will need the literacy and numeracy skills required to complete workplace records, follow instructions, measure accurately, and complete job-related calculations.

Working with others
You will need to work respectfully and safely with teachers, supervisors, other students, customers, and workplace personnel. This may include:

• following reasonable directions from teachers, supervisors, and workplace staff
• working as part of a team in workshop or simulated workplace activities
• communicating respectfully with customers and colleagues
• responding to feedback and making required changes to your work
• managing your behaviour in busy, noisy, or time-sensitive work environments
• respecting customer privacy, security information, and workplace confidentiality
• showing reliability, punctuality, and care when completing practical tasks.

Locksmithing work often involves access to homes, businesses, vehicles, restricted areas, or sensitive security information. You will need to act with honesty, discretion, and professionalism.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to apply knowledge, remember key information, and solve problems during practical tasks. This may include:

• understanding how locks, keys, cylinders, safes, door hardware, and security components operate
• diagnosing faults and identifying likely causes of lock or hardware problems
• selecting suitable tools, equipment, parts, and methods for the task
• following a logical process to install, repair, service, adjust, or test locks and security hardware
• checking your work against specifications, tolerances, and customer requirements
• remembering safety procedures, equipment settings, product information, and task sequences
• using measurements and technical information to complete accurate work
• adapting your approach when a product, fault, site condition, or customer requirement changes.

You must be able to complete assessment tasks that test practical judgement, accuracy, diagnostics, and fault-finding.

Sensory requirements
You will need sufficient sensory ability to complete locksmithing tasks safely and accurately. This may include:

• seeing small parts, key profiles, markings, measurements, pins, springs, screws, and alignment points
• identifying wear, damage, incorrect fit, or faults in locks and hardware
• reading labels, technical instructions, drawings, diagrams, and workplace records
• hearing instructions, alarms, equipment sounds, and safety warnings in workshop or workplace settings
• using touch and hand control to position, align, adjust, assemble, or test small components
• noticing changes in resistance, movement, operation, or fit during lock and hardware servicing.

Where possible, reasonable adjustments may support access to information. However, you must still be able to complete practical assessment tasks safely and to the required standard.

Environmental requirements
You may need to work in different training, workshop, and workplace environments. This may include:

• workshops with machinery, tools, benches, noise, dust, metal filings, and shared workspaces
• simulated or real workplace settings involving doors, frames, cabinets, safes, locks, or security hardware
• indoor and outdoor work areas
• confined or awkward spaces, depending on the task
• work areas where you may need to manage time, customer expectations, and changing job requirements
• environments where security, privacy, and confidentiality are important.

You will need to follow site rules, manage hazards, and work safely in these environments.

Qualification-specific requirements
During this qualification, you may need to demonstrate that you can:

• install, repair, service, and adjust locks, keys, cylinders, door hardware, and related security components
• use locksmithing hand tools, cutting tools, machinery, and measuring equipment safely and accurately
• complete fine motor and precision tasks involving small components
• read and apply work orders, product specifications, technical instructions, and workplace procedures
• diagnose faults and apply problem-solving skills to select a suitable repair or service method
• test completed work to confirm it operates correctly and meets job requirements
• communicate with customers and workplace personnel in a clear and professional way
• keep accurate workplace records and protect confidential customer and security information
• meet safety, quality, and industry expectations during practical assessment.

These inherent requirements help you understand the core demands of MEM30819 Certificate III in Locksmithing before you enrol. If you think any of these requirements may affect your ability to participate in the course or complete assessments, you should contact TAFE Queensland before enrolling to discuss your options and available support.

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MSF30422 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing includes practical tasks that require you to handle, move, cut, position and install glass safely. Before you enrol, you should consider whether the course suits your abilities, goals and support needs so you can make an informed choice about your study.

Inherent requirements are the skills, abilities and behaviours you need to demonstrate to complete the course. They relate to the core practical, safety and assessment requirements of the qualification.

TAFE Queensland can provide reasonable adjustments for students with disability, illness, injury or other support needs. Reasonable adjustments may change how you access learning or assessment, but they cannot change the required assessment outcome, workplace safety requirements, industry standards or the way essential glazing tasks must be performed.

To successfully complete this course, you must be able to complete practical assessments in line with industry expectations. This may include working in simulated workplace environments, workshops or industry-style settings where safe work procedures, PPE and task accuracy are required.

Physical requirements
You will need enough physical capacity, strength, coordination and stamina to safely complete glazing tasks.

This may include being able to:

• stand, bend, squat, reach and move around a workshop or work area
• lift, carry, hold, support and position materials
• handle glass that may be fragile, sharp, heavy or awkward
• use manual handling techniques and team lifting where required
• use glazing tools, cutting equipment, vacuum lifters including mechanical lifting equipment, fixing systems and installation equipment
• maintain control of materials while measuring, cutting, moving or installing glass
• complete tasks with the accuracy and control needed to avoid injury or damage.

Working safely
You must be able to follow safe work practices at all times.

This may include being able to:

• identify hazards linked to glass, sharp edges, breakage, weight, movement and work areas
• follow workplace health and safety instructions
• wear and use required PPE, such as eye protection, safety footwear, gloves and protective clothing
• handle and store glass safely
• use tools and equipment only as instructed
• follow procedures for cutting, moving, installing and cleaning up glass
• respond to safety directions from teachers, supervisors or team members
• stop work and report hazards, incidents or damage when needed.

Glass handling can involve risks such as cuts, crush injuries, eye injuries, manual handling injuries and breakage. Safe handling, correct PPE and following procedures are essential parts of glazing work.

Communication and understanding
You need to communicate clearly and understand workplace instructions.

This may include being able to:

• read and follow task instructions, safety notices and workplace procedures
• understand measurements, plans, job sheets and installation instructions
• ask questions when instructions are unclear
• give and receive clear instructions during team lifting and installation tasks
• report hazards, damage, errors or concerns
• use clear spoken, written or visual communication in a workshop or worksite setting.

Working with others
You will need to work safely and respectfully with others.

This may include being able to:

• work with teachers, supervisors, classmates and workplace team members
• follow directions during shared tasks
• coordinate movement when lifting, carrying or positioning glass
• listen to safety instructions and respond promptly
• show awareness of people working near you
• manage your behaviour in busy, noisy or high-risk work areas
• contribute to a safe and organised work environment.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to learn, remember and apply glazing knowledge and safe work procedures.

This may include being able to:

• remember task steps and safety processes
• apply measurements, markings and installation instructions
• select and use suitable tools, fixings, sealants and materials for the task
• identify when glass or materials may be damaged, unsuitable or unsafe to use
• check alignment, fit, finish and visual quality
• solve routine problems, such as incorrect measurements, poor fit or installation issues
• adjust your work based on feedback, specifications and safety requirements.

Sensory requirements
You need sufficient sensory ability to work safely and complete quality checks.

This may include being able to:

• see markings, measurements, edges, cracks, chips and surface defects
• check alignment, level, spacing and finish
• identify hazards in the work area
• hear or otherwise respond to safety instructions, warnings, alarms or team communication
• use touch and hand control to guide, hold, cut, position and finish materials safely.

If you use assistive equipment or adjustments, these must still allow you to meet safety, quality and assessment requirements.

Environmental requirements
You may need to work in environments that reflect glass and glazing workplaces.

This may include:

• workshops, simulated worksites or practical training areas
• standing for extended periods
• working around tools, equipment, materials and other people
• exposure to noise, dust, sealants, adhesives or cleaning products
• handling broken or sharp materials under supervision
• working in spaces where PPE and safe work procedures are required
• keeping work areas clean and free from hazards.

Qualification-specific requirements
For this qualification, you should be prepared to complete practical tasks that involve:

• measuring glass, frames and openings accurately
• marking, cutting, handling and positioning glass
• moving materials safely using correct manual handling and team lifting techniques
• using glazing tools, fixings, sealants and installation equipment
• checking glass type, fit, alignment and finish
• following PPE, hazard control and safe work procedures
• working with fragile, sharp, heavy or awkward materials in a controlled and safe way.

If you are concerned that you may have difficulty meeting these requirements, contact TAFE Queensland before you enrol. We can discuss your needs, available support and whether reasonable adjustments may help you participate in the course.

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PMA30120 Certificate III in Plant Operations includes practical training and assessment in process plant operations, monitoring, safety, communication, and workplace record keeping. Before deciding if this course is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice and consider the skills, knowledge, physical abilities, and assessment requirements involved.

Review the inherent requirements below and think about whether any of these may present difficulties for you. If you have a disability, injury, health condition, learning need, or other concern, you are encouraged to speak with TAFE Queensland before you enrol so we can discuss your options.

Reasonable adjustments
Reasonable adjustments may be available to support you with learning and assessment. These adjustments are considered on an individual basis.

Reasonable adjustments cannot:

• change the core outcome of an assessment
• remove the need to work safely
• change workplace health and safety requirements
• lower industry standards
• remove the need to demonstrate required practical skills
• replace the need to communicate, follow procedures, and respond to workplace instructions.

TAFE Queensland can support reasonable adjustments in training and assessment where appropriate. However, adjustments must still allow you to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge for plant operations safely and reliably.

Industry alignment and assessment requirements
To complete this qualification, you will need to demonstrate practical skills in environments that reflect process plant operations. This may include simulated or workplace-based activities involving plant, equipment, operating procedures, isolation processes, alarms, gauges, screens, chemicals, noise, and controlled hazards.

You must be able to complete assessment tasks to the standard required by the qualification, workplace safety procedures, and industry expectations.

Physical requirements
You need the physical capacity to safely take part in plant operations training and assessment.

This may include the ability to:

• stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, and move around operational areas
• access work areas, walkways, stairs, platforms, and plant equipment
• use hand tools, controls, valves, switches, and equipment safely
• wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, safety footwear, hard hats, and respiratory protection where required
• complete tasks for the time required during practical activities
• maintain safe movement and body positioning around plant, equipment, and controlled hazards.

You need enough strength, coordination, and mobility to complete practical tasks without creating a safety risk to yourself or others.

Working safely
You need to follow safety procedures at all times.

This may include the ability to:

• follow workplace health and safety procedures
• identify hazards and report risks
• follow isolation, lock-out, tag-out, and permit requirements where relevant
• respond to alarms, emergency instructions, and evacuation procedures
• work safely around plant, equipment, moving parts, chemicals, pressurised systems, heat, noise, and other controlled hazards
• use safety signs, labels, procedures, and instructions to guide your work
• stop work or seek help when a task is unsafe or unclear.

You must be able to apply safety requirements consistently during practical assessment. Safety requirements cannot be removed or reduced through reasonable adjustment.

Communication and understanding
You need to communicate clearly and understand workplace information.

This may include the ability to:

• read and follow operating instructions, workplace procedures, safety data sheets, signs, labels, and emergency instructions
• understand verbal instructions from trainers, supervisors, control room staff, and other operators
• ask for clarification when instructions are unclear
• report hazards, faults, abnormal readings, spills, incidents, or equipment issues
• communicate by radio, phone, face to face, or workplace systems where required
• record information accurately in logs, checklists, forms, or digital systems
• use clear language when handing over information to another operator or team member.

You need to understand and use workplace language related to plant operations, safety, production, equipment status, and routine monitoring.

Working with others
You need to work safely and respectfully with other people.

This may include the ability to:

• follow instructions from trainers, supervisors, and authorised workplace personnel
• work as part of a team in operational areas
• communicate with control room staff, operators, maintenance workers, and supervisors
• take part in shift handovers, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• respond appropriately to feedback
• follow site rules and workplace procedures
• maintain professional behaviour in busy or high-risk work areas.

Plant operations often rely on teamwork. You need to communicate and cooperate with others to support safe and consistent operations.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You need to learn, remember, and apply information during practical tasks.

This may include the ability to:

• follow step-by-step procedures in the correct order
• monitor gauges, screens, alarms, indicators, and readings
• recognise when readings or plant conditions are outside normal limits
• record accurate workplace information
• remember safety instructions and apply them when needed
• identify basic problems and report them through the correct channels
• make safe decisions when conditions change
• maintain attention to detail during routine and repeated tasks.

You need to stay focused during monitoring tasks, especially where small changes in readings, alarms, or equipment behaviour may affect safety or production.

Sensory requirements
You need enough visual, hearing, and sensory awareness to work safely in plant operations environments.

This may include the ability to:

• read gauges, screens, labels, signs, alarms, procedures, and operating instructions
• identify warning lights, visual indicators, colour-coded signs, and safety markings
• hear alarms, verbal instructions, radio calls, equipment changes, and warning signals
• notice changes in equipment operation, such as unusual noise, vibration, smell, leaks, or visible faults
• maintain awareness of people, vehicles, equipment, and hazards around you.

If you use assistive devices, these must be suitable for the training or workplace environment and must not create a safety risk.

Environmental requirements
You need to take part in training and assessment in environments that may reflect real process plant conditions.

This may include working:

• near plant, equipment, pipework, tanks, valves, pumps, and control systems
• around chemicals, fumes, dust, odours, noise, heat, or other controlled hazards
• in areas that require personal protective equipment
• in indoor or outdoor operational areas
• in simulated or workplace-based plant environments
• during activities that require concentration, routine monitoring, and accurate records.

You may also need to manage the demands of shift-style work, changing priorities, production schedules, and emergency procedures.

Qualification-specific requirements
For this qualification, you need to be able to demonstrate the skills and behaviours required for process plant operations.

This includes your ability to:

• monitor plant and equipment using gauges, screens, alarms, and operating information
• follow workplace procedures, operating instructions, and safety requirements
• communicate with control room staff, operators, supervisors, and team members
• complete accurate workplace records, logs, checklists, and reports
• respond to abnormal conditions by following procedures and seeking help when required
• work safely around plant, chemicals, noise, equipment, and controlled hazards
• maintain attention to detail during routine checks and shift-based work
• follow emergency instructions and site safety requirements.

These inherent requirements help you understand the types of skills and abilities you may need to complete the course and work safely in plant operations.

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Before deciding if PMA40116 Certificate IV in Process Plant Operations is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice and consider the skills, knowledge, safety requirements, and assessment tasks involved.

Process plant operations can involve monitoring plant systems, interpreting operational data, responding to alarms, following procedures, coordinating work with others, and making decisions that support safe and stable plant operation.

If you think you may have difficulty meeting any of these requirements because of disability, illness, injury, neurodiversity, mental health, language, literacy or numeracy needs, or any other reason, you should speak with TAFE Queensland before you enrol. Support may be available to help you participate in your course.

TAFE Queensland can make reasonable adjustments to support your learning and assessment where appropriate. Reasonable adjustments may change how you access learning or demonstrate your skills, but they cannot change the core assessment outcome, workplace safety requirements, industry standards, or the level of performance required for this qualification. This aligns with VET assessment expectations that assessment must remain valid, reliable, and consistent with the required standard.

The tasks and responsibilities in industry will vary depending on the workplace. To complete this qualification, you must be able to meet assessment requirements in training, simulated, and/or workplace environments that reflect process plant operations. These requirements help make sure you can work safely, follow procedures, communicate clearly, and make decisions appropriate to operational conditions.

Physical requirements
You need to have the physical capacity to safely participate in process plant operations training and assessment.

This may include the ability to:

• stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, and move around operational or simulated plant areas
• access equipment, valves, gauges, panels, control stations, and work areas safely
• use hand tools, plant equipment, communication devices, and operational documentation
• wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety boots, eye protection, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or respiratory protection where required
• maintain attention and safe work practices for the duration of practical tasks or simulated operational activities
• respond promptly to instructions, alarms, changes in conditions, or emergency directions.

You do not need to meet every physical demand in the same way as another person. However, you must be able to complete required practical tasks safely and to the required standard, with reasonable adjustment where this is appropriate.

Working safely
You need to work safely and follow workplace health and safety requirements at all times.

This may include the ability to:

• follow plant procedures, permit requirements, isolation processes, and emergency response instructions
• identify hazards and report risks, incidents, near misses, or abnormal operating conditions
• apply risk controls before, during, and after operational tasks
• respond to alarms, changes in plant status, and emergency signals in a timely way
• follow directions from supervisors, control room staff, emergency response personnel, and authorised workers
• work within your level of responsibility and escalate issues when required
• avoid actions that may place yourself, other workers, the public, the environment, or plant systems at risk.

Reasonable adjustments cannot remove the need to meet safety requirements. You must be able to demonstrate safe work practices during assessment and in any workplace or simulated workplace activity.

Communication and understanding
You need to communicate clearly and understand workplace information used in process plant operations.

This may include the ability to:

• read and understand plant procedures, work instructions, safety documents, permits, operational records, and emergency information
• interpret signs, labels, alarms, warnings, equipment status information, and control system messages
• ask questions, confirm instructions, and seek clarification when needed
• provide clear verbal or written information during shift handover, routine operations, abnormal situations, and incident reporting
• use workplace communication systems, such as radios, phones, logbooks, digital systems, or control room communication tools
• record information accurately, including times, readings, actions taken, faults, incidents, and handover notes.

You must be able to communicate in a way that supports safe operations, accurate records, and effective coordination with others.

Working with others
You need to work respectfully and effectively with operators, control room staff, supervisors, maintenance personnel, contractors, emergency response teams, and other workers.

This may include the ability to:

• follow instructions and accept feedback from authorised personnel
• coordinate tasks with others during start-up, shutdown, monitoring, isolation, routine operations, or emergency response activities
• share accurate information during shift handover and operational updates
• raise concerns when plant conditions, safety issues, or work instructions are unclear
• work in a team where timing, accuracy, and communication affect safety and production outcomes
• behave in a professional way during routine work, pressure situations, and changing operational conditions.

You must be able to interact with others in a way that supports safety, teamwork, and workplace procedures.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You need to apply knowledge, remember key information, and solve problems relevant to process plant operations at Certificate IV level.

This may include the ability to:

• understand plant processes, operating limits, procedures, and workplace responsibilities
• monitor systems and recognise normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions
• interpret operational data, trends, readings, alarms, and equipment status information
• make decisions based on procedures, risk controls, plant conditions, and instructions
• prioritise tasks when conditions change or when multiple alarms or issues occur
• identify when to take action, when to stop work, and when to escalate an issue
• complete calculations, records, reports, checklists, and operational documentation accurately
• remember and apply emergency response steps, isolation requirements, and communication protocols.

You must be able to demonstrate consistent judgement, risk awareness, and problem solving during assessment activities.

Sensory requirements
You need sufficient sensory ability to safely monitor, interpret, and respond to operational conditions.

This may include the ability to:

• see gauges, screens, lights, labels, signs, procedures, diagrams, alarms, and equipment indicators
• hear alarms, radio calls, verbal instructions, emergency signals, and changes in equipment or plant conditions
• recognise changes in the work environment that may indicate risk, such as unusual noise, vibration, heat, leaks, odours, or visible damage
• use touch, sight, hearing, or other safe methods to check equipment status where required by procedure.

Reasonable adjustments may support access to information or equipment where appropriate. However, you must still be able to identify and respond to safety-critical information in a timely and reliable way.

Environmental requirements
You may need to participate in training or assessment in environments that reflect process plant operations.

This may include environments with:

• noise, vibration, heat, weather exposure, dust, fumes, odours, or confined work areas
• moving equipment, pressurised systems, chemicals, energy sources, or other plant hazards
• shift-style routines, time-sensitive tasks, alarms, handovers, or emergency drills
• requirements to wear PPE for extended periods
• work around operational equipment, simulated plant systems, or controlled training environments
• procedures for access, isolation, emergency response, and incident reporting.

You must be able to follow environmental controls and workplace procedures. If you have concerns about working in these environments, you should seek advice before enrolling.

Qualification-specific requirements
For PMA40116 Certificate IV in Process Plant Operations, you need to be able to demonstrate the skills and judgement required for operational coordination and decision making in a process plant environment.

This includes the ability to:

• monitor plant systems and respond to operational information
• interpret data, readings, trends, alarms, and abnormal conditions
• follow plant procedures, isolation requirements, safety instructions, and emergency response processes
• coordinate work with operators, control room staff, supervisors, and other personnel
• make risk-based decisions within your level of responsibility
• respond appropriately to incidents, faults, alarms, and changing plant conditions
• complete accurate records, reports, shift handover notes, and operational documentation
• maintain safety, communication, and procedural compliance during practical and simulated assessment activities.

These inherent requirements do not replace the course entry requirements. They describe the abilities and behaviours you may need to successfully complete the training and assessment for this qualification and work safely in process plant operations.

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Before deciding if this course is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice. Inherent requirements are the core skills, abilities and behaviours you need to take part in training and assessment, and to work safely in environments linked to recreational vehicle manufacturing.

This course involves practical work where you may manufacture and assemble recreational vehicles, fit components and panels, use hand and power tools, apply adhesives and sealants, install fixtures and finishes, and follow workplace documents and quality processes.

If you think you may need support due to disability, injury, health condition, learning need or personal circumstance, you should contact TAFE Queensland before you enrol or as early as possible in your course. Reasonable adjustments may be available to support your learning and assessment.

Reasonable adjustments can change how you access learning or demonstrate your skills. They cannot change the core assessment outcome, remove workplace safety requirements, lower industry standards, or replace tasks you must complete to show competence.

To complete this course, you must be able to meet assessment requirements in a training environment that reflects real recreational vehicle manufacturing workplaces. This may include practical tasks, simulated workplace activities, production processes, team-based work and quality checks. These requirements support safe practice, assessment integrity and industry alignment. This approach is consistent with TAFE Queensland inherent requirements wording and VET reasonable adjustment principles, including that adjustments support access but do not replace the essential course requirements.

Physical requirements
You need to be able to:

• stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat and reach during practical workshop tasks
• use hand tools, power tools, production equipment and measuring equipment safely
• handle, position and fit recreational vehicle components, panels, fixtures and finishes
• carry out practical tasks that require hand strength, grip, coordination and fine motor control
• work with fasteners, adhesives, sealants, trims, fittings and other materials used in recreational vehicle manufacturing
• work in confined, awkward or restricted spaces where safe access and movement may be limited
• complete practical tasks for the time needed to meet workplace and assessment requirements.

You may be required to lift, move or position materials as part of team-based tasks. Safe manual handling practices, mechanical aids and team lifting may be used where appropriate.

Working safely
You need to be able to:

• follow workplace health and safety procedures
• identify hazards and report risks
• use personal protective equipment as required
• follow safe operating procedures for tools, equipment, materials and chemicals
• work safely around adhesives, sealants, solvents, dust, noise, sharp edges and moving equipment
• keep your work area clean, organised and free from avoidable hazards
• follow emergency instructions and workplace directions
• stop work and seek help if a task becomes unsafe.

You must be able to follow safety instructions in practical assessment. Reasonable adjustments cannot remove the need to work safely or meet workplace health and safety requirements.

Communication and understanding
You need to be able to:

• read and understand work instructions, job sheets, drawings, measurements and workplace documents
• follow verbal and written instructions from teachers, supervisors or team members
• ask questions when instructions are unclear
• report problems, defects, hazards or changes in work requirements
• use clear language when sharing information with others
• record basic workplace information accurately, where required
• understand instructions about materials, tools, equipment, quality checks and safety procedures.

This course may require you to interpret information such as dimensions, specifications, product requirements, labels, safety data sheets and task instructions.

Working with others
You need to be able to:

• work respectfully with teachers, other students and workplace staff
• take part in team-based production activities
• follow agreed work roles, timelines and workplace routines
• respond to feedback about your work
• coordinate tasks with others when assembling or fitting components
• communicate clearly during shared tasks, especially where safety is involved
• contribute to quality checks and workplace problem solving.

Recreational vehicle manufacturing often relies on staged production. Your work may affect the quality and safety of the next person’s task.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You need to be able to:

• remember and apply safety procedures, work steps and quality requirements
• follow task sequences in the correct order
• use measurements, basic calculations and specifications where required
• recognise when materials, components or finishes do not meet requirements
• check your own work against instructions and quality standards
• solve routine workplace problems, such as fit, alignment, material use or equipment issues
• apply feedback to improve your work.

You will need to transfer what you learn in class or demonstration into practical workshop tasks.

Sensory requirements
You need to be able to:

• see details needed for measuring, marking, cutting, fitting, finishing and quality checking
• identify labels, markings, defects, gaps, alignment issues and surface finish problems
• hear or otherwise respond to safety instructions, alarms, equipment sounds and verbal directions
• recognise basic workplace cues, including hazards, moving equipment and changes in the work area
• use touch and hand control to position, secure, finish or check materials and components.

If you use assistive technology or adjustments, these must still allow you to work safely and complete the required assessment tasks.

Environmental requirements
You need to be able to work in environments that may include:

• manufacturing workshops or simulated workplace areas
• noise from tools, machinery and production activity
• dust, odours, adhesives, sealants, solvents or other materials used in manufacturing
• shared workspaces with other students or workers
• changing temperatures or ventilation conditions
• confined or restricted spaces inside or around recreational vehicle structures
• tasks that require personal protective equipment.

You must be able to follow environmental, safety and housekeeping requirements during practical training and assessment.

Qualification-specific requirements
In this qualification, you may need to:

• manufacture and assemble recreational vehicle components and structures
• fit panels, fixtures, trims, finishes and related components
• use hand tools, power tools, fasteners, adhesives, sealants and production equipment
• read and follow work instructions, job sheets, drawings and workplace documents
• measure, mark, align, fit and check components against job requirements
• work in confined or restricted spaces while maintaining safe work practices
• take part in team-based production tasks
• complete quality checks and respond to identified faults or defects
• follow workplace procedures for safety, equipment use, materials, waste and housekeeping.

These requirements help make sure you can complete assessment tasks safely and meet the practical expectations of recreational vehicle manufacturing.

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Before deciding if CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice. You should consider the skills, knowledge, practical tasks, safety requirements, and assessment conditions involved in this course.

The inherent requirements below describe the core abilities and attributes you need to complete the course and work safely in painting and decorating training environments. They are not additional entry requirements. They help you understand what you may need to demonstrate during practical training and assessment.

If you think you may have difficulty meeting any of these requirements because of a disability, health condition, injury, or other reason, you should contact TAFE Queensland before you enrol or as early as possible in your study. Reasonable adjustments may be available to support your learning and assessment. However, reasonable adjustments cannot change the required assessment outcome, remove workplace health and safety requirements, or alter the skills and standards expected by industry. TAFE Queensland’s inherent requirements page uses this same approach, including informed choice, reasonable adjustment, industry alignment, and assessment integrity.

To successfully complete this qualification, you must be able to complete practical tasks in training, simulated workplace, and workplace-like environments. You will need to show that you can meet assessment requirements safely, consistently, and to the standard expected for entry-level painting and decorating work.

Physical requirements
You will need to:

• stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and climb during practical painting and decorating tasks
• work for extended periods while preparing surfaces, sanding, masking, applying coatings, and cleaning work areas
• safely lift, carry, move, and position materials, tools, paint containers, ladders, trestles, and equipment within workplace limits
• use hand and power tools with enough strength, control, coordination, and dexterity
• apply paints, coatings, sealers, adhesives, and finishes using brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and basic tools
• complete tasks that require steady hand control, including cutting in, masking, edging, filling, sanding, and finishing
• work above ground level using ladders, trestles, platforms, or scaffolds where required, including use of elevating work platforms (EWP) such as boom lifts and scissor lifts where required
• wear required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, gloves, masks or respirators, protective clothing, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Working safely
You will need to:

• follow workplace health and safety instructions at all times, including applying appropriate risk control measures such as PPE, ventilation, dust control, and safe work practices
• identify hazards before and during practical work
• use tools, equipment, ladders, platforms, and access equipment safely and as instructed
• work safely around other students, teachers, workers, clients, and members of the public
• follow safe procedures when working at heights
• use dust control measures when sanding, scraping, or preparing surfaces
• follow ventilation requirements when working with paints, coatings, solvents, adhesives, cleaning products, or spray equipment
• read and follow safety instructions for chemicals and equipment
• select, fit, wear, maintain, and dispose of PPE correctly
• clean up spills, waste, dust, and materials in line with safety and environmental requirements
  sign and follow safe work plans such as Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) for low-risk tasks and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for high-risk tasks prior to undertaking activities
• stop work and report hazards, incidents, unsafe equipment, or unsafe conditions.

Communication and understanding
You will need to:

• understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• ask questions when instructions are unclear
• read workplace documents such as task instructions, labels, safety signs, product information, and safety data sheets
• use basic workplace language related to painting and decorating tools, materials, surfaces, finishes, equipment, and safety
• communicate clearly with teachers, supervisors, team members, and clients
• report hazards, defects, damage, mistakes, incidents, and changes to work conditions
• take part in practical demonstrations, feedback discussions, and assessment activities
• record basic information about work tasks, materials, measurements, colours, products, and job requirements.

Working with others
You will need to:

• work respectfully with people from different backgrounds
• follow instructions from teachers, supervisors, and authorised workplace personnel
• work as part of a team during practical tasks
• share work areas, tools, equipment, and materials safely
• respond to feedback about your work, safety, technique, communication, or behaviour
• maintain professional behaviour in training and workplace-like environments
• respect client property, worksite rules, and privacy
• manage your behaviour so it does not create risk for yourself or others.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to:

• remember and apply instructions across a practical task
  identify different substrate types (e.g. timber, plasterboard, masonry, metal, and previously coated surfaces) and determine suitable preparation and coating systems
• follow task sequences, including preparation, masking, sanding, coating, drying, clean-up, and inspection
• choose suitable tools, materials, and PPE for the task
• recognise common surface defects, preparation issues, coating faults, and finish problems
• check your work against task requirements and quality expectations
• use basic measuring, estimating, and calculation skills for painting and decorating tasks
• identify when a surface, product, tool, or work area is not safe or suitable
• adjust your work methods when conditions change, while still meeting safety and assessment requirements
• manage your time to complete work within required task conditions.

Sensory requirements
You will need to:

• visually inspect surfaces, coatings, finishes, colours, patterns, edges, and joins
• identify surface damage, uneven finishes, missed areas, paint runs, poor coverage, dust, bubbles, cracks, and other defects
• distinguish colours, shades, tones, and finish quality for colour matching and coating application
• hear or otherwise respond to alarms, instructions, warning signals, equipment sounds, and safety directions
• recognise signs of unsafe conditions, including poor ventilation, spills, airborne dust, fumes, wet surfaces, damaged equipment, or incorrect product use
• use touch and visual checks to assess surface condition where required, such as roughness, smoothness, wet coating, dry coating, or sanding quality.

Environmental requirements
You may need to complete training and assessment in environments that include:

• workshops, simulated worksites, construction-like areas, and workplace-like settings
• indoor and outdoor work areas
• dust, noise, fumes, odours, and chemical products
• paints, coatings, solvents, adhesives, sealants, fillers, cleaners, and related materials
• ladders, trestles, platforms, scaffolds, and elevated work areas
• surfaces at different heights and positions, including walls, ceilings, doors, trims, and external surfaces
• changing light, temperature, ventilation, and weather conditions
• shared work areas where other people are using tools, equipment, chemicals, or access equipment.

You must be able to work in these environments while following safety procedures and using required PPE.

Qualification-specific requirements
During this course, you will need to complete practical painting and decorating tasks that reflect entry-level industry work. These may include:

• preparing surfaces by cleaning, sanding, filling, patching, scraping, masking, and protecting surrounding areas
• applying coatings using brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and related tools
• handling, mixing, storing, and cleaning up paints, coatings, solvents, adhesives, fillers, and cleaning products safely
• working safely at heights using ladders, trestles, platforms, or scaffolds as required
• controlling dust, fumes, overspray, spills, waste, and chemical exposure
• selecting and using PPE for the task and work environment
• checking colour, coverage, consistency, edges, finish quality, and defects
• cleaning tools, equipment, materials, and work areas after use
• completing tasks to the required safety, quality, and industry standard.
  maintain a logbook and ensure it is kept up to date and signed by employers, supervisors, and TAFE teachers

Reasonable adjustments may support how you access learning or demonstrate skills. They cannot remove the need to complete practical painting and decorating tasks safely, meet required assessment outcomes, comply with workplace safety requirements, or produce work to the expected industry standard.

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Before deciding if MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology is right for you, it is important to make an informed choice and consider the skills, knowledge, physical demands, safety requirements and assessment tasks involved in this course. Flooring work can include preparing subfloors, measuring and cutting materials, fitting floor coverings, applying adhesives and finishes, and checking the quality of the completed surface.

If you think you may have difficulty meeting any of these requirements because of a disability, health condition or other reason, you are encouraged to speak with the TAFE Queensland student support team or AccessAbility team before you enrol. They can talk with you about your study options and any reasonable adjustments that may be available.

Reasonable adjustments may support how you learn or complete assessment. However, they cannot change the core skills and knowledge you must demonstrate, workplace safety requirements, the required assessment outcome, or the standards expected in the flooring industry.

To successfully complete this qualification, you must be able to complete practical and knowledge-based assessment tasks to the standard required for flooring work. This may include working in simulated or workplace environments and showing that you can complete flooring tasks safely, accurately and to industry expectations.

Physical requirements
You will need to be able to:

• Work at floor level for extended periods, including kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching and changing position.
• Lift, carry, move and position flooring materials, tools, equipment and products safely.
• Measure, mark, cut, fit and finish flooring materials with control and accuracy.
• Use hand tools, cutting tools, power tools and other flooring equipment safely.
• Maintain balance, coordination and safe posture while working close to the floor.
• Complete practical tasks within required workplace timeframes and safety expectations.

Flooring activities can involve repetitive movement, awkward positions and manual handling of materials such as rolls, sheets, tiles, boards, underlay, adhesives and equipment.

Working safely
You will need to be able to:

• Follow workplace health and safety instructions, safe work procedures and site rules.
• Use personal protective equipment, such as safety footwear, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection and respiratory protection when required.
• Handle adhesives, levelling compounds, coatings, finishing products and cleaning products safely.
• Read and follow product instructions, labels and safety information.
• Use cutting equipment, knives, blades, power tools and finishing tools safely.
• Keep work areas clean and manage offcuts, spills, dust, cords, tools and waste.
• Work safely around hazards such as dust, fumes, noise, sharp tools, trip hazards and wet or newly applied products.

Use ladders, steps or low-level access equipment safely where required when working near edges, transitions or elevated areas.

Flooring work can expose you to dust, fumes, chemicals, manual handling risks, powered equipment and slips or trips, so safe work practices are essential.

You will need to be able to:

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ask questions when you need clarification.
• Read and interpret basic workplace documents, product information, plans, measurements and workplace procedures.
• Communicate hazards, issues, defects or changes in work conditions to your teacher, supervisor or team members.
• Use clear communication when working around other people, tools, materials and equipment.
• Record basic information accurately, such as measurements, material requirements, work steps and safety checks.

You must be able to understand instructions well enough to complete tasks safely and meet assessment requirements.

Working with others
You will need to be able to:

• Work with teachers, supervisors, classmates, clients and other trades in a safe and respectful way.
• Follow directions from authorised people on site or in a workshop.
• Work as part of a team when moving materials, preparing areas or completing installation tasks.
• Respond appropriately to feedback about your work, safety practices and finished results.
• Maintain professional behaviour in practical environments and simulated workplace settings.
• Be aware of how your work may affect others in shared areas.

Flooring work often happens alongside other construction or finishing activities, so cooperation and safe coordination are important.

Knowledge, memory and problem solving
You will need to be able to:

• Remember and apply work steps, safety procedures and product requirements.
• Use basic maths to measure areas, calculate quantities and check dimensions.
• Identify issues such as uneven subfloors, incorrect material fit, poor alignment, damaged products or finish defects.
• Make safe and practical decisions when completing installation tasks.
• Follow task sequences, including preparation, measuring, cutting, fitting, fixing and finishing.
• Check your own work against instructions, drawings, specifications or expected finish standards.

You must be able to use knowledge and judgement to complete tasks safely and correct issues before they affect the final flooring result.

Sensory requirements
You will need to be able to:

• Visually inspect flooring materials, subfloors, joins, edges, alignment, pattern matching and finished surfaces.
• Identify defects such as gaps, uneven levels, poor adhesion, damage, contamination or finish issues.
• Read measurements, markings, equipment settings, product labels and warning information.
• Hear or otherwise respond to safety instructions, alarms, equipment sounds and warnings in the work environment.
• Recognise smells or signs that may indicate fumes, product curing, spills or ventilation issues, where relevant.

Visual checking is important in flooring work because alignment, finish quality and surface preparation can affect the safety and quality of the final installation.

Environmental requirements
You will need to be able to work in environments that may include:

• Dust from subfloor preparation, cutting, sanding or grinding.
• Fumes or odours from adhesives, coatings, solvents, primers or finishing products.
• Noise from tools, equipment and other work activities.
• Shared workshop, simulated worksite or construction-like environments.
• Ventilation requirements for products that release fumes or vapours.
• Temperature, lighting or site conditions that may affect flooring products and installation work.
• PPE requirements that may need to be worn for extended periods.

Controls such as ventilation, dust extraction, wet methods, safe storage, housekeeping and PPE may be required to manage risks.

Qualification-specific requirements
In this qualification, you may need to:

• Prepare subfloors so flooring materials can be installed safely and to the required finish.
• Measure, cut, fit, secure and finish a range of floor coverings.
• Use adhesives, tools, cutting equipment, finishing products and installation equipment safely.
• Work at floor level while kneeling, bending, reaching, lifting and positioning materials.
• Apply safe work practices when working with dust, fumes, chemicals, blades, tools and manual handling tasks.
• Check flooring work for alignment, fit, joins, edges, surface quality and finish defects.
• Complete practical assessment tasks to the required standard without compromising safety, assessment integrity or industry expectations.

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