Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Workplace information, including materials application and safety information, and material safety data sheets (MSDS), is used to inform work practices

1.2

Characteristics of the surface and the required surface treatment are identified from work orders or instructions

1.3

Processing and application techniques, time and safety requirements are identified and used for work planning

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ventilation requirements and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.5

Tools, equipment and accessories are identified and checked for safe and effective application of plural component coatings

2

Prepare for application of materials

2.1

Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards

2.2

Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults repaired as appropriate

2.3

Materials required are identified and prepared for the task

2.4

Spray booths and work documentation are inspected to ensure nitro-cellulose lacquer has not been sprayed in the same booth as that used for the application of plural component coatings

2.5

Nitro-cellulose overspray is cleaned off booth surfaces if necessary before application of plural component coatings

2.6

Trial applications of plural component coatings are made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and viscosity

2.7

Faults and/or inconsistencies in applied coating are identified and workplace procedures for rectification and adjustment are followed

3

Apply finishing materials

3.1

Techniques for application of plural component coatings are identified and selected

3.2

Materials are applied according to job instructions, material manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.3

Finished products are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing

3.4

Products which do not meet quality specifications are rectified or tagged for further investigation

4

Clean work area and maintain equipment

4.1

Equipment used is cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately

4.2

Unserviceable equipment is tagged, faults are identified and appropriate personnel are informed

4.3

Work area is cleaned and returned to approved condition

4.4

Workplace records are completed

Specifies different 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. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving in the application of plural component coatings

Application techniques and processes include: 

• brushing and spraying

Surfaces include: 

• solid timber
• manufactured board
• metal

Tools and equipment include: 

• liquid containers
• rubber gloves
• positive pressure air-wash face masks
• positive pressure water-wash spray booths
• protective clothing
• spray guns
• compressor
• air lines
• brushes
• sanding block
• orbital sanders

Materials include: 

• two-part polyurethane
• two/three part polyester
• acid catalysed lacquer
• solvents

Personal protective equipment includes: 

• that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include: 

• workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
• work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
• workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
• manufacturer specifications and operational procedures