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Apply surface coatings by spray gun

Apply surface coatings by spray gun

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF2014
State Code
OEK67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply surface coatings using a handheld spray gun. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the furniture finishing industry. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for task
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements, including characteristics of surface and required surface coating, from work documentation
  • 1.2 Plan task by identifying processing and application techniques, time and safety requirements and efficient work methods
  • 1.3 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.4 Identify tools, equipment and accessories to meet task requirements and check they are safe and operational
  • 1.5 Identify and prepare required surface coatings and other materials and check they meet task quality requirements
2. Check and prepare for spraying
  • 2.1 Identify surface or other faults in products to be coated and report or repair faults in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Protect other products and equipment in the workplace from overspray
  • 2.3 Perform trial applications of surface materials to check condition of spray system, spray patterns, equipment operation, materials viscosity and conformity with specified surface finish
  • 2.4 Clean or replace unserviceable components and reassemble spray system
  • 2.5 Identify and rectify spray pattern faults in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • 2.6 Identify and rectify material faults in accordance with workplace procedures
3. Apply surface coating
  • 3.1 Ensure surfaces are kept free of contamination
  • 3.2 Apply surface coatings in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Check surface build and coverage against workplace requirements for even spread and thickness
  • 3.4 Rectify surface faults in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Inspect products and approve for suitability for further processing
4. Clean work area
  • 4.1 Check, clean and store equipment and unused materials in accordance with equipment instructions and workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Clean work area, including spray booth, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 4.4 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI318 MSFFF2006 Apply surface coatings by spray gun Unit of competency