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Apply aircraft identification markings, graphics and decals

Apply aircraft identification markings, graphics and decals

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA416
State Code
AUF57
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/08/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031599 - Aerospace Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency requires application of skills and knowledge relating to preparation and application of fixed and rotary wing aircraft markings, graphics and decals during the performance of scheduled or unscheduled maintenance. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.No licensing requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, but compliance with legislation and regulations for the handling and disposal of hazardous materials is included in the unit.The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret requirements and prepare materials for aircraft markings, graphics and decals
  • 1.1 Requirements for markings, graphics and decals are determined from maintenance documentation, enterprise procedures and maintenance publications
  • 1.2 Equipment for task is identified and gathered
  • 1.3 Aircraft or component identification is matched with relevant maintenance documentation
  • 1.4 Decals are prepared and matched with documentation
  • 1.5 Markings or marking stencils are manufactured in accordance with drawings and specifications
  • 1.6 Graphics or graphic stencils are manufactured in accordance with drawings and specifications
2. Prepare for application of aircraft markings and graphics
  • 2.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements are identified and complied with and personal protective equipment (PPE) is checked for correct fit and function
  • 2.2 Materials and equipment required for application of markings and graphics are assembled
  • 2.3 Surface on which marking or graphic will be applied is cleaned in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 2.4 Marking or graphic position is accurately determined and masking is applied where necessary
3. Apply aircraft markings, graphics and decals
  • 3.1 Environmental requirements for the application of markings and graphics are established in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 3.2 Markings and graphics are applied in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 3.3 Rework, gloss measuring and thickness measuring are performed, where applicable, in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Masking materials are removed, where applicable, and final clean-up is performed as required
  • 3.5 Decal positions are accurately determined, surfaces cleaned and decals applied in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 3.6 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Material that can be reused is collected and correctly stored
  • 4.2 Waste material is removed and disposed of or stored in accordance with legislative, regulatory and enterprise procedures
  • 4.3 Equipment is cleaned in accordance with enterprise procedures or manufacturer’s instructions
  • 4.4 Equipment is checked for serviceability and unserviceable items are dealt with in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 4.5 Tools are cleaned and maintained in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 4.6 Work area is cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8464 MEA416A Apply aircraft identification markings, graphics and decals Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEH80 MEASTR0011 Apply aircraft identification markings, graphics and decals Unit of competency