Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and prepare for work requirements
- Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the application of finishes are verified and complied with
- Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
- Stain and filling material is selected with regard to durability, longevity, aesthetics, manufacturer recommendations and client expectations
- Selected stain and filler materials are assessed as being compatible with each other, with the surface to be finished, and with manufacturer recommendations
- Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
- Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults repaired as appropriate.
- Surface to be stained and or filled is inspected and assessed as being ready for coating with the selected stain/filler
- Work sequence is planned to ensure efficiency and quality of application
- Workplace health and safety requirements, including isolation, ventilation and other personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- Apply finishing system
- Ventilation is checked before chemical fumes are released, and all OHS requirements are met including use of personal protective equipment
- Environmental protection regulations are complied with
- Staining and or filling material is prepared as per manufacturer specifications.
- Trial applications of stains and or fillers are made to check equipment operation, materials consistency, viscosity and specified colour
- Faults and or inconsistencies in colour are identified and workplace procedures for rectification and adjustment are followed
- Staining and or filling material is applied in accordance with manufacturer recommendations
- Recommended drying times between coats are observed
- Buffing or sanding between coats, where required, is carried out according to manufacturer recommendations
- Finished products are inspected and approved for suitability for further processing
- Final finish meets the requirements of the job
- Complete housekeeping