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Apply paint by brush and roller

Apply paint by brush and roller

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPD3022
State Code
OCP54
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
75
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply brushed or rolled paint coatings to different materials to form a protective and decorative painted finish. The unit includes preparation of the work area, mixing of materials, application of paint, finishing of the surface 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 paint by brush and roller.
  • 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 Conduct work with regard to responsibilities in heritage-listed buildings.
  • 1.4 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each task.
  • 1.5 Inspect work site, assess hazards and apply risk controls, including required signage and barricades.
  • 1.6 Identify materials appropriate to the work application, calculate quantities and prepare, handle safely and locate ready for use.
  • 1.7 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
2 Prepare work area and materials.
  • 2.1 Check that materials and substrate surfaces are prepared in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and relevant Australian Standards.
  • 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.
  • 2.6 Mix each of oil based, water based and two pack paint, to designed proportion, consistency, specified ratio and drying time.
  • 2.7 Stir paint and colours thoroughly using separate stirring sticks or other devices.
3 Apply paint with brush or roller.
  • 3.1 Select brush, roller or brush/roller combination for surface profile, size of area, type of paint and finish.
  • 3.2 Apply paint to achieve required level of opacity, finish, texture and sheen.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clean up, meeting all legislative and workplace requirements for safety, waste disposal, materials handling and protection of the environment.
  • 4.2 Clear work area, reuse or recycle materials and place waste and unwanted materials into job waste bins or rubbish stockpile.
  • 4.3 Check and maintain tools and equipment and clean with appropriate solvents.
  • 4.4 Dispose of paint waste and water and solvents used in cleaning painting equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner.
  • 4.5 Store tools, equipment and sealed unused materials to avoid spontaneous ignition.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7386 CPCCPD3022A Apply paint by brush and roller Unit of competency