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Apply paint by spray

Apply paint by spray

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPD3024
State Code
OCQ09
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
80
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply paint by spray onto different surfaces to form a protective paint finish.The unit includes preparation of materials and application area, setting up and testing of the spray equipment, application of paint 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 spray.
  • 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.
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
2 Prepare materials and application area.
  • 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 Set up area to suit selected spray system.
  • 2.7 Mix and adjust viscosity of paint to allow for to allow for application process for spray paint finishing materials.
3 Set up and test spray equipment.
  • 3.1 Set up and test spray system equipment, accessories and lines to manufacturers’ specifications.
  • 3.2 Check fittings are secure.
  • 3.3 Test safety devices are performing to manufacturers’ specifications and report defects.
4 Apply paint using spray system.
  • 4.1 Operate spray equipment following standard operating procedures and manufacturers’ recommendations.
  • 4.2 Identify defects in coating and take corrective action to achieve required finish.
  • 4.3 Apply paint using application technique to achieve an even finish with required opacity and sheen levels and to specification.
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 spray system, tools and equipment and clean with appropriate solvents.
  • 5.4 Dispose of paint waste and of water and solvents used in cleaning tools and equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner.
  • 5.5 Store spray system, tools, equipment and sealed unused materials to avoid spontaneous ignition.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7388 CPCCPD3024A Apply paint by spray Unit of competency