Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

A basic project may include:
the coating of tables (occasional
coffee)
chairs or stools and other furnishing items

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the accurate application of polish

Stains may include but are not limited to:
water stain
pigment oil stain
lacquer-based wiping stain

Wood grain filler may include but is not limited to:
oil-based filler
polyurethane (plastic) filler
water-based filler

Finishing materials may include but are not limited to:
oil varnish
marine varnish
lacquer and sanding sealer

Lubricating oil may include but is not limited to:
linseed oil
paraffin oil
'teak' oil

Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
and blisters

Tools and equipment may include:
filler blades
brushes
spray equipment
sandpapers
skinning in
bodying up and spiriting out rubbers
mop brush
blender
swooge and scrapers

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Locate, interpret and apply information relevant to polishing
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required product quality
Complete an approved project to apply coatings to surfaces within the criteria listed in the Range Statement
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts

Underpinning Knowledge
Characteristics, limitations and uses of coating materials required for the project
Coating application equipment, techniques and safe working procedures
Basic repair techniques to defects in timber surfaces
Safe handling of materials associated with applying coatings

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to materials, work orders, plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate coating problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use limited workplace technology related to coating

Resource Implications
Safe work area, coating materials, timber components/furnishings requiring finishing and cleaning materials.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)