Unit of competency
Modification History
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Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to match vehicle or component multi-layer and clear over base paint colours using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) paint codes. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, identifying paint codes, preparing colour matching test cards, mixing and spraying paint and conducting a visual colour match, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive paint refinishing repair industry.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Vehicle Body
Unit Sector
Technical - Paint
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to colour match multi-layer and clear over base two-pack paints |
1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Colour matching information is accessed and interpreted 1.3 Vehicle paint specifications are identified from workplace instructions and recorded 1.4 Paint colour matching materials are selected and inspected for quality 1.5 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.6 Paint tools and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability 1.7 Work is planned to identify multi-layer and clear over base colour matching techniques, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle |
2. Mix multi-layer clear over base colour |
2.1 Paint mixing system is set up and operated according to manufacturer instruction 2.2 Mixing is carried out according to paint manufacturer specifications, approved colour matching method , and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or components |
3. Prepare colour test card and perform visual matching |
3.1 Colour matching test cards are prepared and sprayed to enable a visual comparison between matched and original paint 3.2 Visual matching is carried out, comparisons are made between matched and original paint, and paint codes are recorded 3.3 Painting and matching activities are carried out according to workplace procedures, OEM paint codes, and safety and environmental requirements 3.4 Paint is remixed for further matching prior to application if first mix does not match original paint |
4. Complete work processes |
4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and matched paint is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Range of Conditions
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Colour matching information must include: |
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Materials must include: |
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Paint tools and equipment must include: |
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Colour matching methods must include: |
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Safety and environmental requirements must include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Equivalent to AURVTP3014 Apply multi-layer and clear over-base colour matching techniques
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b4278d82-d487-4070-a8c4-78045ec695b1