Unit of competency Outline
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Repair and touch up surfaces
Repair and touch up surfaces
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFF3006B
LMFFF3006B
State Code
W8519
W8519
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/09/2008
Field of Education
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
19/09/2008
Nominal Hours
42
Description
This unit covers the competency to apply techniques to repair and touch up damaged surfaces.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Workplace information, including materials application and safety information, material safety data sheets, is used to inform work practices
- 1.2. Characteristics of the surface and the required surface coating are identified from work orders or instructions
- 1.3. Processing and application techniques, time and safety requirements are identified and used for work planning
- 1.4. OHS requirements, including ventilation requirements and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.5. Tools, equipment and accessories are identified and checked for safe and effective operation for the surface coating task
2. Repair surfaces
- 2.1. Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards
- 2.2. Products with surface or other faults are identified and assessed
- 2.3. Materials required for repair are selected and prepared
- 2.4. Repairs are completed to manufacturers' standards and/or industry practices
3. Prepare for application of materials
- 3.1. Techniques for hand application of materials are identified and selected
- 3.2. Coating materials required are identified and prepared for the surface coating task
- 3.3. Trial applications of surface materials are made to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish
- 3.4. Faults are identified and workplace procedures for rectification are followed
4. Apply surface coating
- 4.1. Surface coatings are applied according to job instructions, material manufacturers' specifications and workplace procedures
- 4.2. Coated products are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing
- 4.3. Products which do not meet quality specifications are recoated or tagged for further investigation
5. Clean work area and maintain equipment
- 5.1. Equipment used is cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately
- 5.2. Unserviceable equipment is tagged, faults are identified and appropriate personnel are informed
- 5.3. Work area, including painting locations, is cleaned and returned to approved condition
- 5.4. Workplace records are completed
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the application of surface coatings
Techniques are to include:
decontamination and repair
stripping
wash off
stoppings
(epoxy
button lac
water putty
wax)
plugs and refinishing
Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
blisters
rubber marks
burns or tears
ropiness and foreign matter in the polish
Surfaces may include but are not limited to:
solid timber
manufactured board
metal
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
brushes
rollers
soup rubbers
paint trays
power agitators
sanders
liquid containers
scrapers
quirk sticks
sandpapers
cotton rags
hessian
steel wool
sandpaper
abrasive papers
Materials to be applied may include but are not limited to:
lacquers
paints
acrylics
enamels
one-pot polyurethane
methylated spirits
pigments
spirit colours
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the application of surface coatings
Techniques are to include:
decontamination and repair
stripping
wash off
stoppings
(epoxy
button lac
water putty
wax)
plugs and refinishing
Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
blisters
rubber marks
burns or tears
ropiness and foreign matter in the polish
Surfaces may include but are not limited to:
solid timber
manufactured board
metal
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
brushes
rollers
soup rubbers
paint trays
power agitators
sanders
liquid containers
scrapers
quirk sticks
sandpapers
cotton rags
hessian
steel wool
sandpaper
abrasive papers
Materials to be applied may include but are not limited to:
lacquers
paints
acrylics
enamels
one-pot polyurethane
methylated spirits
pigments
spirit colours
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
Manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Repair and finish a minimum of four damaged surfaces, including:
a strip off and re-finish
two touch ups involving different repair techniques
with only one being a metal surface
Maintain application equipment
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource Implications
Surface coating application equipment, coatings, other consumables, and materials to be repaired.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Repair and finish a minimum of four damaged surfaces, including:
a strip off and re-finish
two touch ups involving different repair techniques
with only one being a metal surface
Maintain application equipment
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource Implications
Surface coating application equipment, coatings, other consumables, and materials to be repaired.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0266 | LMFFF3006A | Repair and touch up surfaces | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI326 | MSFFF3006 | Repair and touch up surfaces | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W030 | LMF30202 | Certificate III in Furniture Finishing | Qualification |