Assessor Resource

AURVTP020
De-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to carry out final polishing activities on vehicle painted surfaces. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, identifying paint defects, selecting buffing and polishing materials, de-nibbing, buffing and polishing surfaces, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

It applies to those working in the automotive paint refinishing repair industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to carry out de-nibbing, buffing and polishing

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Surface repair and finish materials are selected and inspected for quality

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Work is planned to identify methods for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle

2. Carry out de-nib, buff and polish activities

2.1 Paint contaminants are identified and removed using paint cleaning clay bars

2.2 De-nibbing is conducted to remove minor paint inclusions and paint defects

2.3 Hand and machine buffing and polishing are conducted according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

de-nib, hand and machine buff, and polish the painted surfaces of three different vehicles.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

handling and storing polishing materials

using tools and equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials

techniques for buffing, polishing and de-nibbing painted surfaces, including:

use of paint cleaning clay bars

use of de-nibbing and polishing materials

methods to reproduce original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and adjacent panel surface finish to pre-refinished condition

effect of silicones and silicone type polishes on refinishing quality

paint faults and rectification procedures

types and correct use of de-nibbing, buffing and polishing equipment

procedures for protecting vehicle and components when de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces

procedures for final inspection of de-nibbed, buffed and polished vehicle painted surfaces.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of task.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the vehicle painted surfaces that they have de-nibbed, buffed and polished, e.g. work orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

PPE required to buff, polish and de-nib painted surfaces

materials required to de-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces

three different painted vehicles requiring de-nibbing, buffing and polishing

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Prepare to carry out de-nibbing, buffing and polishing

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Surface repair and finish materials are selected and inspected for quality

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability

1.5 Work is planned to identify methods for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle

2. Carry out de-nib, buff and polish activities

2.1 Paint contaminants are identified and removed using paint cleaning clay bars

2.2 De-nibbing is conducted to remove minor paint inclusions and paint defects

2.3 Hand and machine buffing and polishing are conducted according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements

3. Complete work processes

3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use

3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored

3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures

3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Materials must include:

paint cleaning clay bars

compounds and polishes

polishing pads of wool and foam type

cleaning products.

Safety and environmental requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

selecting and using PPE

handling and storing polishing materials

using tools and equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

de-nib, hand and machine buff, and polish the painted surfaces of three different vehicles.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

handling and storing polishing materials

using tools and equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials

techniques for buffing, polishing and de-nibbing painted surfaces, including:

use of paint cleaning clay bars

use of de-nibbing and polishing materials

methods to reproduce original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and adjacent panel surface finish to pre-refinished condition

effect of silicones and silicone type polishes on refinishing quality

paint faults and rectification procedures

types and correct use of de-nibbing, buffing and polishing equipment

procedures for protecting vehicle and components when de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces

procedures for final inspection of de-nibbed, buffed and polished vehicle painted surfaces.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of task.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the vehicle painted surfaces that they have de-nibbed, buffed and polished, e.g. work orders.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

PPE required to buff, polish and de-nib painted surfaces

materials required to de-nib, buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces

three different painted vehicles requiring de-nibbing, buffing and polishing

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing vehicle painted surfaces.

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

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Surface repair and finish materials are selected and inspected for quality 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability 
Work is planned to identify methods for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle 
Paint contaminants are identified and removed using paint cleaning clay bars 
De-nibbing is conducted to remove minor paint inclusions and paint defects 
Hand and machine buffing and polishing are conducted according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Surface repair and finish materials are selected and inspected for quality 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Hand and power tools, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability 
Work is planned to identify methods for de-nibbing, buffing and polishing, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle 
Paint contaminants are identified and removed using paint cleaning clay bars 
De-nibbing is conducted to remove minor paint inclusions and paint defects 
Hand and machine buffing and polishing are conducted according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements 
Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 
Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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