Unit of competency Outline

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Paint chassis or panels

Paint chassis or panels

Unit of competency
National Code
AUM8072B
State Code
W9192
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/09/2008
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/01/2010
Field of Education
030507 - Automotive Vehicle Refinishing
Original Release Date
27/01/2010
Nominal Hours
28
Description
This unit describes the application of the skills and knowledge required to prepare and apply paint to produce quality finished painted body shell/structure/panels.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for painting
  • 1.1. Paints and materials are handled and used in accordance with organisation and OHS requirements
  • 1.2. Workflow and production schedule are recorded and maintained
  • 1.3. Panels are masked off to ensure surrounding areas are protected from overspray
  • 1.4. Spraying equipment is selected and inspected to meet the requirements of the coating and colour being applied
  • 1.5. Spraying equipment found to be faulty is tagged and stored in the designated storage area and reported to the appropriate personnel
2. Operate spraying equipment
  • 2.1. Paint is prepared using codes and numbers stated in the standard operating procedures
  • 2.2. Spraying equipment is operated and adjusted to give the required spray pattern, fan width and consistent flow of paint
3. Apply primer to surfaces and colour to panel/chassis
  • 3.1. Paint coatings are applied to ensure interior openings and external surfaces are coated
  • 3.2. Paint coatings are applied to the required thickness, lustre and surface finish
  • 3.3. Paint coatings are monitored for surface blemishes
  • 3.4. Viscosity of paint coatings is monitored and adjusted to ensure they compliance with paint suppliers recommended ratios
  • 3.5. Masking materials are removed and disposed of appropriately
4. Record and report faulty paint film surfaces
  • 4.1. Paint surfaces are visually inspected for film faults and marked for reworking
  • 4.2. Panels with paint film faults are redirected and stored in the designated storage area for reworking and appropriate personnel notified
5. Maintain and clean equipment
  • 5.1. Spraying equipment is maintained in accordance with the suppliers recommended maintenance schedules and procedures
  • 5.2. Equipment maintenance schedules are checked and delays in maintenance reported to the appropriate personnel for attention
phosphate dips, primer coatings, colour coatings, anti-chip materials, etch primers, lacquers, enamels, two pack and anti chip paints, sealers, solvents, masking tapes and papers, and abrasive papers, spirit wipes, de-mineralised water

access and equity principles and practices
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
emergency and evacuation procedures
equipment use procedures
ethical standards
legal obligations
maintenance and storage procedures
OHS requirements
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
procedural manuals
quality assurance guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
recording and reporting guidelines.

Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.

high pressure guns, squeeze bottles, airless spraying
equipment, air recirculating systems, paint recirculating systems, automatic / robotic spraying systems, extension nozzles, paint brushes and knives, air disc and hand sanding equipment, air oscillating sanding machines and tape dispensers

clients and managers
supervisors
suppliers
team leaders
team members.

excess orange peel and runs

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

compliance with relevant legislative, regulations, standards, codes of practice and establish safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for managing personal work priorities
maintaining a working knowledge of current work systems and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work

applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:

achieving production goals
achieving work quality goals
responding positively to changing work requirements
contributing effectively to cost reduction initiatives
effectively applying problem solving techniques
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
prepare surface for painting
prepare and use solvents to kill rust, remove greases, and remove protective waxes
mix, prepare and apply paints, e.g. primers and/or lacquers and/or enamels and/or two pack paints
interpret and communicate operational information
select appropriate sealants, adhesives, paints, tools and equipment
employ mechanical and manual sanding techniques
employ safe working practices
select and use relevant tools and equipment
maintain company records - paper based / electronic.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5751 AUM8072A Paint chassis or panels Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WE181 AUMGTY3001 Paint chassis or panels Unit of competency
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