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Prepare surfaces by abrasive blasting (advanced)

Prepare surfaces by abrasive blasting (advanced)

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM08013
State Code
OAW02
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform, at an advanced level of skill, surface preparation using abrasive blasting.The operation and maintenance of compressed air systems and associated items, including emergency shutdown procedures is included. Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of tools is required unit MEM18001 Use hand tools and unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations, as appropriate should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 4
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, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to undertake work
  • 2.1 Select appropriate abrasive blasting process and equipment to meet job specification
  • 2.2 Select appropriate abrasive blasting media to meet job specification
  • 2.3 Prepare worksite for surface cleaning activities
3 Set up equipment
  • 3.1 Assemble, set up and correctly and safely prepare appropriate equipment and any required consumables in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Select correct rust inhibitor to reduce corrosion for use in wet abrasive blast methods, where required
  • 3.3 Carry out pre-operational checks on equipment, rectify faults or report for further action
4 Inspect surface prior to cleaning
  • 4.1 Inspect work piece prior to cleaning in accordance with procedures
  • 4.2 Report identified faults/defects requiring remedial or pre-treatment action, as required
5 Prepare surfaces using abrasive blasting
  • 5.1 Operate blasting equipment in accordance procedures
  • 5.2 Undertake emergency shutdown procedures, as required
  • 5.3 Undertake work to meet environmental requirements
  • 5.4 Carry out abrasive media disposal in accordance with environmental requirements and procedures
  • 5.5 Disassemble, clean and inspect blasting equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
  • 5.6 Record equipment faults and report in accordance with SOPs
6 Inspect prepared surface
  • 6.1 Assess surface preparation for cleanliness and conformance with specifications
  • 6.2 Rectify faults or defects where required and record inspection results and report in accordance with SOPs
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State Code National Code Title Type
W5393 MEM08013B Prepare surfaces by abrasive blasting (advanced) Unit of competency