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Apply domestic surface coatings

Apply domestic surface coatings

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFP2004
State Code
BAX67
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
040325 - Painting, Decorating And Sign Writing
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit specifies the competency required to apply domestic surface coatings by hand using a range of application methods.It is designed for use in a pre-employment skills introduction program and is suitable for use in institutional-based vocational programs. Skills development will take place under direct supervision.This unit is not to be used in a traineeship or apprenticeship training program or associated qualifications. It is only to be used in pre-employment programs and carries no credit towards apprenticeship/trade and other qualification types in manufacturing and furnishings.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, designs, project sheets or work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify the workplace, health and safety (WHS) practices and procedures to be used
  • 1.3 Calculate the quantities required to complete the job to the furniture industry specifications
2 Plan and prepare for work
  • 2.1 Determine the appropriate work practices from procedures and material safety data sheets (MSDS) information
  • 2.2 Identify the characteristics of the surface and the required surface finish from specifications or work instructions
  • 2.3 Select the appropriate application methods according to the project sheets or work instruction requirements
  • 2.4 Identify and check tools, equipment and accessories for the required surface coating task for safe and effective operation
3 Prepare for application of surface coatings
  • 3.1 Comply with work, health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 3.2 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with procedures
  • 3.3 Check surfaces for contamination and correct preparation in accordance with specifications and work instructions
  • 3.4 Prepare surfaces using appropriate materials in accordance with specifications and work instructions, if required
  • 3.5 Identify and repair products with surface or other faults as required
  • 3.6 Make trial applications of surface coatings to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish
  • 3.7 Identify faults and rectify according to procedures
4 Apply surface coatings
  • 4.1 Apply coatings according to project sheets, material manufacturer specifications and work instructions
  • 4.2 Inspect finished products to meet specifications
  • 4.3 Refinish products that do not meet specifications
5 Check work area and maintain equipment
  • 5.1 Clean equipment and inspect for serviceable condition and store and report faulty and/or defective equipment in accordance with procedures
  • 5.2 Store or dispose of materials according to procedures
  • 5.3 Clean and maintain work area
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State Code National Code Title Type
BDH7 MSF20516 Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways Qualification