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Apply advanced wall coverings

Apply advanced wall coverings

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCPD3032
State Code
OCO30
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
24
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply wall coverings to walls and ceilings to form a protective and decorative finish. 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 for details of requirements to apply wall coverings.
  • 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 Identify the types and quantities of materials required for the task and safely prepare and position ready for use.
  • 1.6 Select tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any faults.
2 Prepare to apply wall coverings.
  • 2.1 Prepare surfaces for wall coverings by removing existing coating and loose debris, repairing, stopping and filling imperfections, and sanding to smooth finish.
  • 2.2 Prepare and document plan for hanging wall coverings.
  • 2.3 Check materials for conformity to dye lot, batch number and other shading requirements in accordance with client requirements.
  • 2.4 Prepare adhesives in accordance with requirements.
  • 2.5 Apply size coating to work area.
3 Apply wall coverings.
  • 3.1 Apply wall coverings to work area ensuring an even surface, seams are butted/double-cut, paper is plumb, and pattern is matched correctly.
  • 3.2 Trim accurately around fittings with minimal impact on surroundings.
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 waste and water and solvents used in cleaning tools and equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner.
  • 4.5 Store tools, equipment and unused materials.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7396 CPCCPD3032A Apply advanced wallpaper techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGE5 CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating Qualification