Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select and apply trim adhesives. It involves preparing for the task, including preparing surfaces, selecting and applying adhesives to specifications, removing excess adhesive, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive and marine trimming 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. | PerformanceCriteria 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 apply trim adhesives | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Adhesive specifications, application processes, and relevant safety data sheets (SDS) are accessed and interpreted 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.4 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability 1.5 Work area is prepared and work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently |
2. Prepare surfaces and apply adhesive | 2.1 Adhesive is selected according to manufacturer recommendation, trim and material type 2.2 Surfaces are cleaned and prepared according to adhesive manufacturer specifications and SDS requirements 2.3 Adhesive is applied to surfaces using adhesive application tools and equipment and according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Final adhesive selection is made and presented ready for use 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures 3.4 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:
apply trim adhesives to three different vehicle or vessel components, in which the work must involve:
one vehicle or marine fixed cover
one vehicle or marine carpet section.
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 applying trimming adhesives, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
using specialist tools and equipment
using safety data sheets (SDS) for adhesives
handling and storing adhesives
environmental requirements, including procedures for storing and disposing of waste adhesives
types and uses of specialist trimming tools and equipment
adhesive types required for different materials, including:
polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
fabric
leather
adhesive application techniques, including:
surface preparation
application
cleaning
procedures for protecting vehicle and components when applying trim adhesives.
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 tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the vehicles where they have applied trim adhesives, e.g. work 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 or marine trimming workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
SDS for adhesives
PPE required to apply trim adhesives
adhesives for PVC, fabric and leather
PVC, fabric and leather materials
three different vehicles or vessels with components requiring trimming
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for applying trim, materials and adhesives.
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. |
Numeracy skills to: | use basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, to calculate: adhesive quantities ratios for mixing adhesives measure accurately using metric and imperial measuring equipment. |
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 adhesive tools 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.
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 specialist tools and equipment using SDS for adhesives handling and storing adhesives environmental requirements, including procedures for storing and disposing of waste materials and adhesives. |
Sectors
Technical - Trimming and Upholstery
Competency Field
Vehicle body