Substrate Preparation
Scope
This module covers the standard methods of surface preparation with respect to resin flooring. This includes the mechanical profiling of concrete, as well as degreasing and sanding between coats.
Key Learning Outcomes
To be able to use the most suitable surface preparation method depending on the condition of the substrate and the coating system applied.
Theoretical Assessment Criteria
Explain:
- The process of cleaning a contaminated substrate.
- The process of acid etching and its suitability as a form of surface preparation.
- The process of dustless diamond grinding, including diamond selection and dust collection, and its suitability as a form of surface preparation.
- The process of shot blasting and its suitability as a form of surface preparation.
- The process of scabbling and its suitability as a form of surface preparation.
- The process of sanding and its suitability as a form of surface preparation.
Practical Assessment Criteria
Demonstrate:
- The safe and effective use of each surface preparation method.
The information above is intended as a starting point for discussion only. Please feel free to suggest any changes or additions you think will improve this element of training and provide a short explanation if possible. Your comments will be added to the other industry feedback we receive for this element.
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I can make this available you because it covers all these facets of 'Surface Preparation'. Alternatively i can extract the information and separate it out to fit into the format you have set out. It is currently in a PowerPoint designed for face-to-face training. Floorex introduced the CSP profile standards for concrete floors into Australia for general use around 16 years ago as the AS was completely useless to the contractor.