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Use adhesives

Use adhesives

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTTF2008
State Code
BAU61
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to select and safely use adhesives on canvas and sail products.The unit of competency applies to the bonding of materials with adhesives on canvas and sail products. Work may be conducted in operational indoor or outdoor workplaces and hazardous or exposed conditions.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to use adhesives work area
  • 2.1 Prepare work area, tools and equipment
  • 2.2 Read and follow workplace procedures and instructions
  • 2.3 Determine nature of materials to be joined and obtain specified adhesives
3 Prepare adhesives
  • 3.1 Select appropriate tools and materials to prepare work piece surfaces and application of adhesive
  • 3.2 Check adhesive manufacturer WHS requirements and take prescribed precautions before using adhesives
  • 3.3 Prepare adhesive to manufacturer instructions
4 Apply adhesive and bond materials
  • 4.1 Prepare work piece surfaces for application of adhesive
  • 4.2 Anchor or otherwise stabilise work piece surfaces to be bonded
  • 4.3 Apply adhesive and join surfaces in accordance with recommended practice
  • 4.4 Allow joins to cure for specified time
  • 4.5 Apply heat to the work piece to assist in curing the joins in accordance with WHS practices, as required
  • 4.6 Remove work piece and informally inspect and test joins for strength
  • 4.7 Consult supervisor to verify results of inspection and take appropriate action to re-work or rectify, as necessary
5 Document and complete operations
  • 5.1 Dispose of or store remaining adhesive in a safe, secure location
  • 5.2 Clean and store tools, electrical cords and equipment securely
  • 5.3 Clean and maintain work area to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • 5.4 Complete work records in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7467 LMTTF2008A Use adhesives Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ35 MSTTF2020 Use adhesives Unit of competency