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Apply protective coatings (advanced)

Apply protective coatings (advanced)

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM08015
State Code
OAW01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to spray pre-treatments and protective coatings when an advanced level of skill is required. It includes inspection and interpretation of the coating results using all current industry knowledge and test equipment. Where application of basic single and two pack coatings not containing isocyanates is required unit MEM08014 Apply protective coatings (basic) should be selected.Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of tools is required unit MEM18001 Use hand tools and unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations, should also be selected as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and standard operating procedures
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
  • 1.5 Identify and interpret supplier information, product details, Australian and international standards, regulatory and legislative requirements relevant to the work to be undertaken
2 Prepare to undertake work
  • 2.1 Select appropriate coating system and material to meet job specification
  • 2.2 Select appropriate coating process and equipment to meet job specification
  • 2.3 Prepare worksite for surface coating activities
3 Prepare work piece for application of protective coating
  • 3.1 Inspect surface condition for readiness for application of protective coating according to specification
  • 3.2 Identify unsuitable work pieces/surfaces and fabrication defects and appropriate undertake remedial action or in accordance with SOPs
  • 3.3 Mask components where protective coating application is not specified
  • 3.4 Identify and account for conditions for overspray
4 Prepare equipment for application of surface coating materials
  • 4.1 Apply required plant and equipment basic operations
  • 4.2 Undertake routine maintenance on plant and equipment in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.3 Record status/reports by proforma or orally in accordance with procedures
  • 4.4 Assemble coating application equipment in accordance with requirements
5 Apply coatings using conventional, airless and plural component equipment
  • 5.1 Identify coating product type, solvent, uses, mixing procedure, clean-up and safety requirements, as appropriate
  • 5.2 Use the correct method of determining wet film thickness in accordance with specified dry film
  • 5.3 Thin coating material to suit the application method and to achieve required film thickness
  • 5.4 Apply coating using specified application method
  • 5.5 Monitor coating application and curing technique according to SOPs
6 Clean and store equipment
  • 6.1 Clean and disassemble coating application equipment and inspect for damage
  • 6.2 Record and report faulty equipment to appropriate personnel in accordance with SOPs
  • 6.3 Store coating application equipment in accordance with SOPs
7 Inspect finished surface
  • 7.1 Assess surface finish for profile size differences and uses
  • 7.2 Determine coating thickness using appropriate instruments and compare results with job specifications
  • 7.3 Inspect total surface for conformance to specification in accordance with SOPs
  • 7.4 Record and report inspection results in accordance with SOPs
8 Calculate, estimate and cost application of protective coating
  • 8.1 Assess surface area of work piece, materials, labour and equipment
  • 8.2 Determine cost of materials, labour, handling and equipment
  • 8.3 Record and report results as an estimate for the application of a protective coating system
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5395 MEM08015B Apply protective coatings (advanced) Unit of competency