Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply protective coating systems to structures using manual or mechanical methods in accordance with organisational requirements. This includes planning, preparing the surface, applying surface coatings, and completing required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit. Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil any legislated OH&S and rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory, together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines. |
Application of the Unit
Work involves applying routine operational principles and procedures to the application of protective coating systems to structures as part of workplace activities across a variety of contexts within the Australian rail system. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Plan surface coating process |
1.1 Equipment, accessories and consumables are assembled and checked for applicability to the surface coating tasks 1.2 Material safety data sheets and product application and safety information are read and used to inform work practices 1.3 Particular process techniques, time and safety requirements are noted and used to inform work planning |
2 Undertake surface preparation |
2.1 Characteristics of uncoated surfaces and problems to be rectified are identified 2.2 Appropriate surface preparation is carried out in accordance with any identified problems and organisational standards 2.3 Surface preparation is checked for compliance with required organisational standards |
3 Apply surface coating |
3.1 Required surface coating materials and methods to be used are identified and appropriate tools, equipment and materials selected 3.2 Sequence of work is identified, maximising potential of the applied finish 3.3 Equipment and accessories are used in line with manufacturer and organisational specifications 3.4 Surface coating depth and coverage are checked for compliance with specifications 3.5 Surfaces are kept free of contamination 3.6 Faults and problems are identified and action is taken to rectify them in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures |
4 Complete workplace operations |
4.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned prior to storage 4.2 Tools, equipment and unused materials are relocated to storage or next operational location as required 4.3 Waste materials are disposed of correctly following organisational and environmental policies and procedures 4.4 Documentation and records are completed in accordance with organisational procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
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Equipment may include: |
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Coatings may be: |
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Liaison may include: |
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Hazards in the work area may include exposure to: |
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Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
W – Equipment and Systems Operations