Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Prepare for painting

1.1 Paints and materials are identified and prepared according to workplace procedures

1.2 Panels are masked off to ensure surrounding areas are protected from overspray

1.3 Spraying equipment is selected and inspected, and faulty equipment identified, tagged and reported to appropriate personnel

1.4 Paint colours are matched according to job specifications and vehicle paint code

2. Operate spraying equipment

2.1 Spray painting guns are checked and adjusted for spray pattern, fan width and paint flow

2.2 Spray painting booths are inspected for correct operation and adjusted if required

3. Apply paint

3.1 Primers and paint are applied to ensure interior and exterior surfaces are coated

3.2 Paint is applied according to manufacturer’s recommended thickness, lustre and surface finish

3.3 Paint coatings are monitored for surface blemishes

3.4 Paint viscosity is monitored and adjusted to ensure compliance with paint manufacturer specifications

4. Inspect painted surfaces

4.1 Painted surfaces are visually inspected and faults identified

4.2 Painted surfaces with paint faults are redirected for rework and appropriate personnel are notified

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Spraying equipment is cleaned and inspected according to workplace procedures

5.2 Work areas are cleaned, and unused materials stored

5.3 Waste materials are removed and disposed of according to workplace environmental procedures

5.4 Workplace job sheets or production schedules are completed

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

interpret workplace procedures, work health and safety (WHS) requirements and job instructions

identify vehicle inspection reports

interpret paint codes.

Writing skills to:

complete work plans and workplace documentation

complete faulty equipment tags.

Numeracy skills to:

measure paint quantities

record paint quantities and materials.

Digital literacy skills to:

use digital paint measuring equipment

use painting booths

use paint computer systems.

Initiative skills to:

adapt to changing work conditions.

Planning and organising skills to:

prepare a work and repair plan

conduct paintwork rectification in the given time

prepare paint equipment, materials and work areas.

Problem-solving skills to:

solve problems particularly in teams in order to meet job requirements.

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.

Paints and materials must include:

abrasive papers

clear coats: 2k and 1k

etch primers

hi-fillers

masking tapes and materials

paint: 2k and 1k

paint reducers

polishing products

solvents

surface primers.

Workplace procedures must include:

procedures for recording and reporting the painting of the vehicle chassis and panels

WHS requirements for painting vehicle chassis and panels.

Equipment must include:

air and hand sanding equipment

high pressure spray guns

high volume low pressure spray guns

paint and air recirculating systems

safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to painting vehicle chassis and panels.