Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to match vehicle or component direct gloss solid paint colours using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) paint codes. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, identifying paint codes, preparing colour matching test cards, mixing and spraying paint and conducting a visual colour match, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive paint refinishing repair industry.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to match solid paint colour | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Colour matching information is accessed and interpreted 1.3 Vehicle paint specifications are identified from workplace instructions and recorded 1.4 Paint colour matching materials are selected and inspected for quality 1.5 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.6 Paint tools and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected and checked for serviceability 1.7 Work is planned to identify solid colour matching techniques, minimise waste, and prevent damage to vehicle |
2. Mix direct gloss solid paint colours | 2.1 Paint mixing system is set up and operated according to manufacturer instruction 2.2 Mixing is carried out according to paint manufacturer specifications, approved colour matching method, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or components |
3. Prepare colour test card and perform visual matching | 3.1 Colour matching test cards are prepared and sprayed to enable a visual comparison between matched and original paint 3.2 Visual matching is carried out, comparisons are made between matched and original paint, and paint codes are recorded according to workplace procedures, OEM paint codes, and safety and environmental requirements 3.3 Paint is remixed for further matching prior to application if first mix does not match original paint |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and matched paint is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Evidence of Performance
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
perform visual paint colour matching on three different vehicle panels.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to matching direct gloss solid paint colour on vehicles or components, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
using technical data sheets (TDS) and safety data sheets (SDS) for paint materials
handling and storing paint materials
using tools and equipment
using approved drying area
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials
original equipment manufacturer (OEM) paint colour codes and formulas
types and application methods for automotive paint
types and use of paint colour matching equipment, including:
paint mixing systems
spray gun set-up, use and maintenance
paint drying equipment and methods
correct use of positive air feed masks
colour matching methods and techniques for solid colour paints, including:
mixing system set-up and operation
colour test cards
visual colour matching tests, including opacity and film build, texture and peel
wet to wet matching
edge to edge matching
hard line matching
dabbing
paint mixing techniques
procedures for protecting vehicle and components when colour matching
procedures for final inspection of completed solid colour matching.
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of task.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the direct gloss solid paint colour they have matched to vehicles or components, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
OEM paint codes and specifications
TDS and SDS for paint materials
PPE required to colour match direct gloss solid paint colours
colour test cards
paint and materials to colour match solid paint colours
three different painted vehicle panels requiring colour matching of direct gloss solid paint
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for matching direct gloss solid paint colour on vehicles or components.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skills | Description |
Learning skills to: | locate appropriate sources of information efficiently. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation. |
Oral communication skills to: | clarify instructions and procedures clearly report quality issues and job outcomes. |
Numeracy skills to: | interpret OEM paint codes and formulas set and use paint mixing system set painting equipment air pressure use basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to, determine ratios and calculate quantities of paint and materials. |
Planning and organising skills to: | plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed within workplace timeframes. |
Technology skills to: | use specialist colour matching tools use computerised colour matching system and equipment. |
Range Statement
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.
Colour matching information must include: | OEM paint codes paint technical data sheets (TDS) paint safety data sheets (SDS) workplace procedures. |
Materials must include: | direct gloss two-pack enamels paint hardeners paint reducers cleaning materials. |
Paint tools and equipment must include: | tinting system paint measuring scales paint strainers spray guns approved spray area polishing and cleaning equipment metal or cardboard colour matching test cards. |
Colour matching methods must include: | using paint codes when matching spraying techniques drying procedures paint mixing methods paint thinning methods appropriate light sources. |
Safety and environmental requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE using TDS and SDS for paint materials handling and storing paint materials using tools and equipment using approved drying area environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials. |
Sectors
Technical - Paint
Competency Field
Vehicle Body