Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1

Plan surface preparation.

1.1

Job requirements, including type of surface, are identified from drawings, specifications and instructions and type, and confirmed.

1.2

Health and safety requirements  are assessed and applied to planning.

1.3

Tools, equipment , paint systems and materials are selected to carry out tasks consistent with job requirements, and faults are rectified or reported before starting work.

1.4

Drop sheets are placed if required to protect floor and surrounding areas.

1.5

Personal protective equipment  (PPE) is sourced according to manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and workplace requirements.

1.6

Signs and barricades are selected and installed according to health and safety and workplace requirements.

2

Clean and prime surface.

2.1

Condition of surface is assessed.

2.2

Surface is roughly sanded according to job requirements.

2.3

Surface is cleaned  to remove grease and dirt and allowed to dry.

2.4

Undercoat is applied to surface and allowed to dry according to manufacturer specifications.

2.5

Primer is applied to surface and allowed to dry according to manufacturer specifications.

3

Apply paint.

3.1

Paint applicator  compatible with coating type is selected and prepared according to manufacturer specifications.

3.2

Spray gun and air compressor, if required, are set to manufacturer specifications and correct viscosity of paint is determined for specified application.

3.3

Coating is applied evenly over the surface area and defects in application are identified and rectified.

4

Clean up.

4.1

Paint applicator is cleaned using correct cleaning products and according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications.

4.2

Surface and surrounding work area are cleaned using correct solvents and in line with safety and environmental requirements.

4.3

Waste materials are handled and removed according to statutory and regulatory authority requirements.

4.4

Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are cleaned, maintained and stored according to workplace requirements.

This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills essential to performance in this unit but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill 

Performance feature 

Learning skills to:

• assess the nature of preparation required for new and challenging surfaces.

Numeracy skills to:

• calculate material quantities required to prepare the specified surface area.

Oral communication skills to:

• clarify job requirements and expectations with client and colleagues.

Reading skills to:

• identify and interpret manufacturer specifications for tools, equipment and materials used when preparing surfaces for signs.

Writing skills to:

• report faults in tools and equipment to manufacturers and other relevant personnel in short, simple reports.

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.

Health and safety requirements  must include:

• selection, correct fitting, and use of PPE prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices
• emergency procedures, including:

• evacuation
• first aid
• location and use of fire-fighting equipment

• hazard identification and risk control procedures
• safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

• concealed services (water, power and gas)
• lighting
• restricted access barriers
• traffic control
• working at heights
• work site visitors and the public
• working in confined spaces
• working in proximity to others
• use of machines
• use of tools and equipment

• workplace environmental requirements.

Tools and equipment  must include at least two of the following:

• air compressor
• deburring tools
• roller sleeve
• ruler and marking tools
• sanding equipment.

Personal protective equipment  must include:

• gloves
• goggles
• mask.

Cleaners  used must include one or more of the following:

• alcohol
• garnet paper
• methylated spirits
• mineral turpentine
• thinners
• wax and grease remover
• wet and dry sandpaper.

Paint applicator  must include:

• brushware
• roller
• spray gun.