Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Application of an operational knowledge of the materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise out of specification products, process problems and materials faults. For example, surface blemishes can be caused by improper catalyst ratios and improper air pressure, both high and low.
Knowledge and ability to implement the enterprise's procedures and relevant regulatory requirements, within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the gel coat application process. Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Knowledge of and skills in the operation of gel coat application methods and equipment:
production workflow sequences and materials demand
potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of product
operation of gel coat application equipment and components
function of gel coat in the composite products being manufactured
importance of gel coat application to the standard of the finished work
waste management and importance of reusing non-conforming products wherever possible
correct selection and use of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
accurately monitoring equipment operation and product quality
factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies.
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance
identify and describe role and role of others involved directly in the process.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Basic numeracy is required, eg to determine that two 25 kg bags are needed for 50 kg.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency covers the application of gel coat to specification, using manual application or spray equipment. It involves the application of gel coat to a mould as part of a manufacturing process. Where gel coating is not part of the manufacturing process, but a similar process occurs, then this unit should be customised to suit a similar coating process.
It is not intended to cover repairs or patching work to the gel coat surface of products.
It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the process of applying gel coat.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
measurement devices, such as depth gauges, containers, weighing machines, scales or meters
hand application equipment including brushes
spray equipment
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
hazardous materials and vapours
manual handling
stationary and moving machinery, parts and components.
Problems
Respond to routine problems means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical product problems may include:
wrinkles and pinholes
slow gel coat cure
sagging of the gel coat
porosity
separation of colour
discolouration.
Typical process problems may include:
equipment problems, including spray blockage/build-up and wear and breakage
poor mixing
temperature variation
catalyzation
incomplete cure.
Appropriate action for non-routine problems may be reporting to designated person or other action specified in the procedures.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
thickness
temperature
air pressure
surface finish
product integrity and general conformance to specification.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist