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Apply surface coatings by spray gun

Apply surface coatings by spray gun

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF2006
State Code
WI318
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers applying surface coatings by a handheld spray gun.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Characteristics of the surface and the required surface coating are identified from work orders or instructions
  • 1.2 Processing and application techniques, time and safety requirements are identified and used for work planning
  • 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ventilation requirements and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and accessories are identified and checked for safe and effective operation for the surface coating task
  • 1.5 Surface coatings are identified and prepared, as required, for the surface coating tasks
2 Check and prepare for spraying
  • 2.1 Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults reported or repaired as appropriate
  • 2.2 Other products and equipment in the workplace are protected from overspray
  • 2.3 Trial applications of surface materials are made to check condition of spray system, spray patterns, equipment operation, materials viscosity and specified surface finish
  • 2.4 Unserviceable components are cleaned or replaced and spray system re-assembled
  • 2.5 Spray pattern faults are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • 2.6 Material faults are identified and workplace procedures for rectification are followed
3 Apply surface coating
  • 3.1 Surfaces are kept free of contamination
  • 3.2 Surface coatings are applied according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Surface build and coverage is checked against workplace requirements for even spread and thickness
  • 3.4 Rectification of surface faults are made in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Products are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing
4 Clean work area
  • 4.1 Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately
  • 4.2 Unserviceable equipment is tagged, faults are identified and appropriate personnel are informed
  • 4.3 Work area, including spray booth, is cleaned and returned to approved condition
  • 4.4 Workplace records are completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8511 LMFFF2006B Apply surface coatings by spray gun Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEK67 MSFFF2014 Apply surface coatings by spray gun Unit of competency