Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for operations
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
- Clarify difficulties in carrying out the instructions with the relevant personnel
- Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
- Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are read/passed on
- Conform to safe working practices and operational requirements
- Confirm availability of necessary auxiliary equipment in accordance with operational requirements
- Prepare and paint metal surface
- Identify, locate and apply personal protective equipment
- Prepare surface using correct equipment
- Apply rust remover, rust converter and undercoat in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
- Mix epoxy, paracryl or other paints in correct proportions in accordance with manufacturer's specification
- Mask and protect equipment against overspray, where necessary
- Apply finishing coat using brush, roller and spray gun
- Clean equipment in accordance with site requirements
- Assist in maintenance of materials handling equipment
- Identify faults/potential faults and report immediately
- Identify, record and/or report requirement for repair or maintenance
- Perform periodical maintenance on chain blocks and comealongs (where fitted), ensuring equipment is corrosion free, lubricated and operating freely
- Assist with periodical examination of hooks, shackles, slings and strops for defects, correct marking of SWL and ease of operation
- Maintain equipment as directed and in accordance with company and/or manufacturer's specification
- Prepare and use solvent solutions and rig wash to clean and maintain work areas in non-slippery condition
- Use protective clothing and equipment correctly during handling of solvents
- Apply approved instructions and occupational health and safety requirements on the use of hazardous chemicals for cleaning
- Isolate area being washed or provide warning signs to indicate slippery decks
- Prepare and apply solvent solutions and rig wash in accordance with company and/or manufacturer's specifications to maintain work areas in non-slippery conditions
- Clean equipment correctly and stow on completion
- Clean, preserve and reassess painting equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations