Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 5:38 PM AWST
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Apply protective coating systems to structures
Apply protective coating systems to structures
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW3034A
TLIW3034A
State Code
S8338
S8338
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
31/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply protective coating systems to structures using manual or mechanical methods in accordance with organisational requirements. This includes planning, preparing the surface, applying surface coatings, and completing required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit. Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil any legislated OH&S and rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory, together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan surface coating process
- 1.1 Equipment, accessories and consumables are assembled and checked for applicability to the surface coating tasks
- 1.2 Material safety data sheets and product application and safety information are read and used to inform work practices
- 1.3 Particular process techniques, time and safety requirements are noted and used to inform work planning
2 Undertake surface preparation
- 2.1 Characteristics of uncoated surfaces and problems to be rectified are identified
- 2.2 Appropriate surface preparation is carried out in accordance with any identified problems and organisational standards
- 2.3 Surface preparation is checked for compliance with required organisational standards
3 Apply surface coating
- 3.1 Required surface coating materials and methods to be used are identified and appropriate tools, equipment and materials selected
- 3.2 Sequence of work is identified, maximising potential of the applied finish
- 3.3 Equipment and accessories are used in line with manufacturer and organisational specifications
- 3.4 Surface coating depth and coverage are checked for compliance with specifications
- 3.5 Surfaces are kept free of contamination
- 3.6 Faults and problems are identified and action is taken to rectify them in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
4 Complete workplace operations
- 4.1 Tools and equipment are cleaned prior to storage
- 4.2 Tools, equipment and unused materials are relocated to storage or next operational location as required
- 4.3 Waste materials are disposed of correctly following organisational and environmental policies and procedures
- 4.4 Documentation and records are completed in accordance with organisational procedures
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.
Equipment may include:
high pressure water blasting equipment
abrasive blast equipment
mechanical cleaning equipment
wire brushes
scaffolding
manual application tools
mechanical application equipment
Coatings may be:
organic
inorganic
epoxy
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas, such as train controllers and electricians
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals and fumes
dangerous or hazardous substances
electrical equipment
humidity, air temperature and radiant heat
movement of equipment, goods and vehicles
PPE may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
respirators
protective clothing
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radios
telephones, including mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signals
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
information provided by other workplace personnel
inspection reports
work orders
technical instructions and material safety data sheets
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements, including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory, together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state and territory legislation relating to:
environmental protection
OH&S
local authority regulations and procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Equipment may include:
high pressure water blasting equipment
abrasive blast equipment
mechanical cleaning equipment
wire brushes
scaffolding
manual application tools
mechanical application equipment
Coatings may be:
organic
inorganic
epoxy
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas, such as train controllers and electricians
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals and fumes
dangerous or hazardous substances
electrical equipment
humidity, air temperature and radiant heat
movement of equipment, goods and vehicles
PPE may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
respirators
protective clothing
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radios
telephones, including mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signals
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
information provided by other workplace personnel
inspection reports
work orders
technical instructions and material safety data sheets
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements, including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory, together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state and territory legislation relating to:
environmental protection
OH&S
local authority regulations and procedures
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises that demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
explain commonly used protective coating systems and their advantages and disadvantages in given situations
correctly apply a protective coating to a new component using manual or mechanical methods
correctly apply a protective coating to an old component using manual or mechanical methods
identify problems and faults that can occur
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises that demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
explain commonly used protective coating systems and their advantages and disadvantages in given situations
correctly apply a protective coating to a new component using manual or mechanical methods
correctly apply a protective coating to an old component using manual or mechanical methods
identify problems and faults that can occur
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVH31 | TLIW3034 | Apply protective coating systems to structures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S789 | TLI32111 | Certificate III in Rail Structures | Qualification |