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Prepare shopfittings and surfaces and apply liquid finishes

Prepare shopfittings and surfaces and apply liquid finishes

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCSHP3006
State Code
OCM26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare new and previously coated shopfittings and surfaces, and to apply stains, lacquers, paint or sealer to create a specified finish. It includes scheduling work, which may be carried out off-site on units being fabricated for installation and other work completed on-site concurrently with other shopfitting work. It applies to shopfitters who prepare metal, timber, timber product or concrete surfaces of shop doors, windows, walls, ceilings, partitions and other shopfittings, and apply a range of liquid finishes to these surfaces.Individuals at this level take responsibility for organising and completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of publication.Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to apply finishes.
  • 1.1 Read and interpret job description for preparing surfaces and applying finishes and confirm with relevant person.
  • 1.2 Identify surfaces to be covered, method of surface preparation, liquid finishes and application methods from job requirements.
  • 1.3 Select liquid finish, sealants and other surface preparation products and calculate material quantities.
  • 1.4 Obtain and follow manufacturer specifications and safety data sheet (SDS) for applying liquid finishes.
  • 1.5 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others in the workplace.
  • 1.6 Inspect workplace conditions, identify and report hazards, and implement risk control measures.
  • 1.7 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the task.
  • 1.8 Select, tools and equipment for the job, check for serviceability and rectify and report faults.
  • 1.9 Obtain liquid finishes and preparation products, safely handle and locate ready for use.
2 Prepare surfaces.
  • 2.1 Identify and determine condition of new and existing surfaces.
  • 2.2 Prepare new or uncoated surfaces and substrates following manufacturer specifications to meet job requirements.
  • 2.3 Remove unwanted coatings and loose debris from previously coated surfaces and prepare for specified finish.
  • 2.4 Repair surface defects and imperfections by stopping, filling and sanding smooth, ready for required finish.
3 Apply stains and lacquers to surfaces.
  • 3.1 Apply stain evenly and consistently using specified application method and equipment.
  • 3.2 Check stained surfaces for consistent colour and dryness, and wipe to provide a clean surface for the application of lacquer.
  • 3.3 Apply consistent coverage of lacquer to surfaces using specified application method following manufacturer instructions.
4 Apply sealers and paint to surfaces.
  • 4.1 Apply sealer using specified application method and equipment to obtain an even coverage.
  • 4.2 Allow drying time for painted sealed surface and check for consistent coverage.
  • 4.3 Lightly sand and wipe surfaces to provide a clean surface for repeat paint applications.
5 Clean up.
  • 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials following workplace and environmental requirements.
  • 5.2 Seal and store unused liquid finishes, sealers and paints following workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions.
  • 5.3 Clean application tools and equipment following environmental requirements.
  • 5.4 Maintain, store and secure tools and equipment, and rectify and report faults.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBB00 CPCCSH3006 Prepare shopfittings and surfaces and apply liquid finishes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGD6 CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery Qualification
BGD2 CPC30120 Certificate III in Shopfitting Qualification