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 job requirements, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement.
- Sealant material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with plans, 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 statutory and regulatory authority requirements, and are applied.
- Prepare surface to receive sealants.
- Apply sealant.
- Install sealant devices.
- Clean up.
- Excessive sealant is removed from joints and surrounding surfaces, and cartridge nozzle or container is sealed securely.
- Sealants are promptly removed from tools and equipment.
- Work area is cleared and waste material and debris are disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specifications.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, routinely maintained and returned to store.