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Rework vehicle paint faults

Rework vehicle paint faults

Unit of competency
National Code
AUMGTP002
State Code
WH966
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/01/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/03/2014
Field of Education
030507 - Automotive Vehicle Refinishing
Original Release Date
11/03/2014
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify and rework vehicle paint surface defects and faults.It applies to those in an automotive manufacturing environment and involves the application of skills and knowledge at a specialist level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for paint rework process
  • 1.1 Paint faults are identified and repair methods planned
  • 1.2 Causes of faults are identified to ensure faults are rectified during rework
  • 1.3 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and inspected for quality
2. Prepare surfaces for rework
  • 2.1 Masking is applied to surrounding panels to protect painted surfaces from overspray
  • 2.2 Faulty paint surfaces are scuffed back and cleaned to required pre-paint standard
  • 2.3 Prepared area is inspected to ensure paint fault has been removed
3. Apply primer, hi-fill and colour
  • 3.1 Primer and hi-fill are applied and prepared according to manufacturer specifications
  • 3.2 Paint colour is matched according to vehicle paint code
  • 3.3 Paint colour is mixed to manufacturer-recommended viscosity
  • 3.4 Paint colour is applied and blended into the existing paint work using tools, equipment and materials according to workplace procedures and work health and safety (WHS)requirements
4. Finish paint surfaces
  • 4.1 Painted surfaces are dried according to paint manufacturer specifications
  • 4.2 Repainted surfaces are polished to job specification
  • 4.3 Surrounding areas are cleaned and any overspray removed according to workplace procedures
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned and inspected
  • 5.2 Faulty tools and equipment are identified, tagged, reported and sent for repair
  • 5.3 Work area is cleaned, and materials disposed of or recycled according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Work job sheets are completed and supervisor is notified
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE166 AUMGTP3002 Rework paint faults Unit of competency