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Apply stains and clear timber finishes

Apply stains and clear timber finishes

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPD3026
State Code
OCP31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040325 - Painting, Decorating And Sign Writing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
38
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply stains and clear timber finishes to different material surfaces, including previously stained or finished timber, to form a protective and decorative finish.The unit includes preparation of the work area and materials, staining of bare timber, application of clear finishes and completion of clean-up activities.A person who has achieved this unit of competency would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare.
  • 1.1 Review work instructions to apply stains and clear timber finishes.
  • 1.2 Plan all work to meet relevant requirements of work health and safety (WHS), Commonwealth and state or territory legislation, environmental plans and obligations, manufacturers’ specifications, and workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each task.
  • 1.4 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
2 Prepare work area and surfaces.
  • 2.1 Strip and prepare existing stained or finished surfaces for application using appropriate techniques.
  • 2.2 Protect surrounding surfaces with drop sheets, masking or removal of objects.
  • 2.3 Check that where doors, windows and associated furniture are removed they are safely stacked, stored and protected.
  • 2.4 Check work site to ensure provision of adequate ventilation and implementation of precautions to prevent fire and explosion.
  • 2.5 Implement measures to ensure application area remains free of dust and foreign matter.
3 Stain bare timber surface.
  • 3.1 Match stain colour to previously stained timber.
  • 3.2 Select application method for the specified surface, allowing for aesthetics durability, area size and type of finish.
  • 3.3 Select materials appropriate to the work application, calculate quantities and prepare and handle safely.
  • 3.4 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify and report any faults.
  • 3.5 Prepare stain to required proportions and consistency.
  • 3.6 Apply stain to timber surface according to work instructions.
  • 3.7 Mix colour-matched wood filler and apply to timber.
4 Apply clear finish.
  • 4.1 Apply coats of selected clear finish to achieve required finish and sheen.
  • 4.2 Allow required drying and curing time between coats.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal, materials handling and protection of the environment.
  • 5.2 Clear work area, reuse or recycle materials and place waste and unwanted materials into job waste bins or rubbish stockpile.
  • 5.3 Check and maintain tools and equipment and clean with appropriate solvents.
  • 5.4 Dispose of paint waste and water and solvents used in cleaning tools and equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner.
  • 5.5 Store tools, equipment and sealed unused materials to avoid spontaneous ignition.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7390 CPCCPD3026A Apply stains and clear timber finishes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE5 CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating Qualification