Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare.
- Work instructions and operational details are obtained using relevant information, confirmed and applied for planning and preparation purposes.
- Safety (OHS) requirements are followed in accordance with safety plans and policies.
- Signage and barricade requirements are identified and implemented.
- Tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
- Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans and specifications and quality requirements.
- Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use.
- Environmental requirements are identified for the project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory obligations and applied.
- Select materials, equipment and work area.
- Types of finishing compounds compatible with system performance are identified and selected to match work requirements and manufacturer specifications.
- Processes and equipment for mixing compounds are identified and selected to match tasks from manufacturer recommendations.
- Suitable work area is selected to minimise dust exposure to self and others and to minimise manual handling risks when shifting, mixing and blending.
- Mix compound.
- Clean up.
- Mixing equipment is cleaned using employer-approved work practices, disposing of silica-based material following required environmental controls.
- Site area is cleaned up, with waste materials collected for recycling or disposal, containers covered to prevent spills and contamination.
- Hazardous material is identified for separate handling.
- Non-toxic materials are removed using correct procedures.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, regulatory and standard work practices.