Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work
- Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including method and material type.
- Job specifications are read and interpreted.
- Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.
- Materials are selected and inspected for quality.
- Hand, power tooling and safety equipment are identified and checked for operation.
- Procedures are determined to minimise waste material.
- Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job.
- Prepare paint for spray gun(s)
- Information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/ component supplier specifications.
- Paints are mixed to conform to specification for type and colour, viscosity and temperature.
- A test card is used for comparison of colour and texture.
- Preparation activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS requirements, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies.
- Paint is prepared without causing damage to component or system.
- Waste materials are stored and/or disposed of in accordance with statutory and enterprise requirements.
- Prepare spray gun(s) for spraying
- Information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer/ component supplier specifications.
- Preparation, maintenance and adjustment of spray painting equipment conforms to requirements of manufacturer/component supplier specifications.
- Preparation activities are carried out according to industry regulations/guidelines, WHS requirements, legislation and enterprise procedures/policies.
- Spray guns are prepared without causing damage to component or system.
- Clean up work area and maintain equipment
- Material that can be reused is collected and stored.
- Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures.
- Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications and worksite procedures.
- Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures.