Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Soft rubbers

Soft rubbers consist of cotton-wool or wadding body wrapped in cotton cloth and are used for either polish or varnish

Surfaces my include but are not limited to:
solid timber and manufactured board

Unit context

OH&S 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 soft rubber techniques

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
brushes
swooges
soft rubbers and sanding blocks

Materials may include but are not limited to:
polish
methylated spirits
spirit varnish
scourer
abrasive papers
cotton rags
steel wool

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 of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
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 or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
Accurately apply soft/varnish rubber techniques on a minimum of two occasions which must cover a chair or equivalent, and a large flat surface
Maintain application equipment
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Soft rubber applications, limitations and techniques
Characteristics of coatings in terms of toxicity, reactivity, flammability, required viscosity
The methods to prevent contamination of surfaces during and after finishing
Workflow in relation to the application of finishing material

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to soft rubber coating materials, cleaning materials, work orders and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of coating equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate paint requirements and other material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate soft rubber coating problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to soft rubber coating, including tools, equipment and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Soft rubber materials, coating materials, other consumables and surfaces to be coated.

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 may be in conjunction with 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.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercises; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)