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Remove surface coatings

Remove surface coatings

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF2003
State Code
WI315
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers safely removing surface coatings by hand or chemical means in preparation for the application of new surface coatings.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for surface coating removal
  • 1.1 Materials safety data sheets (MSDS) and/or product application and safety information are read and used to inform work practices
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ventilation requirements and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Surface coating is tested to identify the type of material and methods required to remove the coating
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and materials suitable for the removal tasks are selected and checked for safe operation/application
  • 1.5 Accessories and consumables are identified for the removal tasks
2 Remove surface coatings
  • 2.1 Sequence of work is identified for the removal operation, including the efficient and effective use of chemicals to be used
  • 2.2 Equipment, chemicals and abrasives are used within manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Surface coating is removed according to workplace procedures and specifications
  • 2.4 Surfaces are inspected to ensure removal of surface coating is to workplace standard
  • 2.5 Defects found after removal of surface coating are dealt with and/or reported in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Clean work area and maintain equipment
  • 3.1 Item is stored and labelled ready for next process
  • 3.2 Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately
  • 3.3 Unserviceable equipment is tagged, faults are identified and appropriate personnel are informed
  • 3.4 Chemicals and other materials are stored or disposed of correctly according to regulations
  • 3.5 Work area is cleaned ready for next process or task
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8508 LMFFF2003B Remove surface coatings Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEK21 MSFFF2011 Remove surface coatings Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J726 MSF20213 Certificate II in Furniture Finishing Qualification
J729 MSF30113 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing Qualification