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Waterproof canvas products

Waterproof canvas products

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTTF2013
State Code
BAU56
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to restore the waterproof characteristics of older canvas products.The unit of competency applies to the waterproofing of canvas products. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational indoor or outdoor workplaces and hazardous or exposed conditions.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare for waterproofing
  • 2.1 Read and interpret workplace procedures and instructions and establish a safe working environment
  • 2.2 Select waterproofing agents in accordance with job instructions
  • 2.3 Plan work to maximise safety and productivity and identify suitable electrical power outlets, if required
  • 2.4 Prepare tools and equipment appropriate for the job
3 Identify condition of product to be waterproofed
  • 3.1 Lay out or hang out product and examine its condition
  • 3.2 Inspect product and identify areas of weakness or damage
  • 3.3 Report results of inspection to supervisor, and obtain authorisation for repairs or other treatment
  • 3.4 Complete workplace records regarding condition of product and authorisation for repair and treatment
4 Repair product and apply waterproofing agent
  • 4.1 Perform repairs in accordance with authorisation and workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Isolate work area from other unprotected workers
  • 4.3 Hang product, if necessary, and clean it prior to waterproofing
  • 4.4 Apply waterproofing agent and allow to air dry
  • 4.5 Clean up spillage or excess waterproofing agent, and dispose of waste products in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental regulations
5 Check quality of waterproofing and finalise work
  • 5.1 Test product to determine if waterproofing was effective
  • 5.2 Obtain supervisor’s endorsement or approval for further treatment, if necessary, and reapply waterproofing agent
  • 5.3 Remove and fold product for storage or despatch, as required
  • 5.4 Complete documentation and clean and maintain waterproofing equipment in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 5.5 Clean work area, clean and return tools and equipment to safe storage, and perform normal basic maintenance, in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7472 LMTTF2013A Waterproof canvas products Unit of competency