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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to mix and apply COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle paint specifications, technical data sheets (TDS) and paint safety data sheets (SDS) are accessed and interpreted
   • Refinishing materials are selected and inspected for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Refinishing tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify mixing and application methods for COB multi-layer and pearl paint, minimise waste, prevent damage to vehicle and use time efficiently
2. Mix COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Refinishing materials are calculated and mixed according to paint manufacturer specifications, formulas and codes
   • Codes and information relevant to job requirement are recorded accurately
   • Mixing activities are carried out according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • COB multi-layer and pearl paints are mixed without causing damage to components or systems
3. Apply COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Refinishing materials are applied using manufacturer recommended method and intervals according to safety and environmental requirements
   • Refinishing materials are dried using approved methods and equipment
   • Refinishing techniques are used to ensure painted surface meets specifications
   • Paint surface faults are rectified using compounds, polishes and glazes to blend rectified areas with existing paintwork
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component 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
5. Prepare to mix and apply COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Vehicle paint specifications, technical data sheets (TDS) and paint safety data sheets (SDS) are accessed and interpreted
   • Refinishing materials are selected and inspected for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Refinishing tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Work is planned to identify mixing and application methods for COB multi-layer and pearl paint, minimise waste, prevent damage to vehicle and use time efficiently
6. Mix COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Refinishing materials are calculated and mixed according to paint manufacturer specifications, formulas and codes
   • Codes and information relevant to job requirement are recorded accurately
   • Mixing activities are carried out according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • COB multi-layer and pearl paints are mixed without causing damage to components or systems
7. Apply COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials
   • Refinishing materials are applied using manufacturer recommended method and intervals according to safety and environmental requirements
   • Refinishing materials are dried using approved methods and equipment
   • Refinishing techniques are used to ensure painted surface meets specifications
   • Paint surface faults are rectified using compounds, polishes and glazes to blend rectified areas with existing paintwork
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component 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

Range Statement

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.

Refinishing materials mustinclude:	metallic, pearl two-pack base coat clear two-pack acrylic enamel water-based paints hardeners paint reducers.
Tools and equipment mustinclude:	spraying equipment paint tinting systems approved spray area drying equipment paint measuring system.
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 using TDS and SDS for COB two-pack paint handling and storing paint materials using tools and equipment using approved drying area environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials.
Meeting specifications must include:	matching colour, texture, depth and gloss ensuring paint finish is contaminant-free ensuring paint finish blends into surrounding surfaces.

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Performance Evidence

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:

mix and apply clear over base (COB) multi-layer pearl refinishing materials on three different vehicles, including two of the following vehicle body components:

single vehicle panel

full vehicle side

vehicle front end or rear end.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to applying clear over base multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials to vehicle body components, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using technical data sheets (TDS) and safety data sheets (SDS) for COB two-pack paint

handling and storing paint materials

using tools and equipment

using approved drying area

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

vehicle paint specifications

types and application methods for automotive paint, including correct use of positive air feed masks

mixing and application techniques for COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials, including:

paint mixing techniques and systems

visual colour matching techniques and use of colour test cards

paint fault identification and rectification methods for COB multi-layer and pearl refinishing materials

types and use of paint colour matching equipment, including:

set-up and operation of paint mixing system

set-up, operation and maintenance of spray guns

paint drying equipment

paint cleaning materials and equipment

procedures for protecting vehicles and components when applying refinishing materials

procedures for final inspection of completed COB multi-layer pearl application.

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