CPCCPD3035 - Student Assessment
Pack
Unit: Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting
Code: CPCCPD3035
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Test
Q1: Safety requirements relevant to preparing new surfaces for painting
Safety requirements include the use of PPE such as gloves, goggles, masks, and protective
clothing to safeguard against dust, chemicals, and sharp tools. Work areas must be
ventilated to reduce fume inhalation and clear of trip hazards. Safe manual handling
practices are followed for lifting materials. Electrical tools should be tested and tagged
before use. Scaffolding and ladders must be stable and comply with WHS regulations. Fire
safety measures such as extinguishers should be available. All workers must follow site
safety plans, signage, and emergency procedures.
Q2: Environmental requirements
2.1 Environmental requirements can be identified by reviewing workplace environmental
management plans, legislation, and site-specific guidelines.
2.2 Four requirements:
- Waste disposal compliance
- Dust and noise control
- Protection of vegetation and water sources
- Use of environmentally safe products
Q3: Corrosion protection methods
Barrier coatings: Provide a protective paint or primer layer to isolate metal from air and
moisture.
Hot-dip galvanization: Steel dipped in molten zinc to form a corrosion-resistant coating.
Alloyed steel (stainless): Uses chromium alloy to resist oxidation and corrosion.
Cathodic protection: Electrical current applied to metal surfaces to prevent corrosion.
Abrasive blasting: Removes rust and scale with sand or grit.
Hydro blasting/Water Jetting: High-pressure water removes contaminants without
chemicals.
Chemical Cleaning/Acid Pickling: Acid solution dissolves rust and mill scale before coating.
Q4: Processes for preparing uncoated substrates
Hardwood/Softwood: Sand to smooth, remove knots, apply sealer or primer.
Plaster: Fill cracks, sand smooth, apply sealer.
Ferrous/Non-ferrous metals: Remove rust, degrease, prime with anti-corrosion primer.
Masonry: Clean, repair cracks, remove efflorescence, apply sealer.
Concrete floors: Acid etch or grind, clean dust, prime.
Tilt panels: Wash surface, patch voids, apply sealer.
Exterior cement sheet cladding: Clean, fill joints, seal edges, prime before paint.
Q5: Techniques for removing contaminants
Dust: Remove with vacuum, brushes, or damp cloth.
Grease films: Clean with degreasers or detergent solution.
Mild efflorescence: Brush and wash with mild acid solution.
Saponification: Strip affected paint layers, neutralise with mild acid.
Mould: Treat with fungicidal wash and scrub, then rinse.
Q6: Procedures, products and techniques
Surface preparation involves site inspection, hazard identification, and cleaning of
substrates. Loose particles, dust, grease, and contaminants are removed using brushes,
detergents, and water blasters. Defects such as cracks and holes are filled with putty or
filler. Surfaces are sanded manually or mechanically to achieve smoothness. Moisture and
pH testing is performed on masonry or concrete. Acid etching or grinding is applied where
necessary. Appropriate primers and sealers are used to stabilise surfaces. Tools like filling
knives, duster brushes, and moisture meters are applied. Work is carried out following
WHS, environmental, and manufacturer guidelines. Final inspection ensures quality and
readiness for painting.
Q7: Tools and equipment
Tools and Types Characteristics Uses Limitations
Equipment
Drop sheets Plastic, Canvas Protective Covers Slippery,
barrier, floors/furniture limited life
reusable
Duster brushes Soft bristle, Lightweight, Remove dust Not effective on
Hard bristle handheld grease
Filling knives Flexible, Rigid Thin steel, Apply fillers Limited to
and blades ergonomic small areas
handle
Water blasters Electric, Petrol High-pressure Clean surfaces May damage
spray, portable soft surfaces
Moisture meter Pin-type, Digital reading, Measure Limited depth,
Pinless portable moisture calibration
content needed
Q8: Acid etching and grinding of concrete
Acid etching uses diluted hydrochloric acid to react with the lime in concrete, creating a
porous surface for paint adhesion. The surface is then rinsed thoroughly to remove residue.
Grinding involves using mechanical grinders with diamond pads to remove laitance, smooth
rough areas, and expose clean concrete. Both methods improve adhesion by providing a
clean, roughened surface free of contaminants. Etching is effective for small areas, while
grinding is preferred for large or heavily contaminated surfaces. After preparation, surfaces
must be dried, neutralised, and sealed before painting.
Q9: Moisture, pH and remedial actions
9.1 Moisture causes poor adhesion, blistering, peeling, and extended drying times.
9.2 pH testing ensures the substrate is neutral; high alkalinity can cause paint failure.
9.3 Remedial actions:
1. Settlement of pigment: Stir thoroughly, use anti-settling additives.
2. Skin on container: Remove skin, strain paint, store airtight.
3. Leaching: Wash surface, allow drying, repaint with suitable coating.
4. Wrinkling film: Remove defective paint, sand, reapply thin coats.
5. Bowl-shaped depressions: Fill with putty, sand smooth, repaint.
Q10: Quality requirements
Quality requirements are identified through job specifications, Australian Standards, WHS
codes, and manufacturer guidelines. These include ensuring substrates are clean, dry,
structurally sound, and tested for moisture/pH. Tools and materials must be serviceable,
and environmental conditions must be suitable. Work must comply with safety, durability,
and finish expectations set by the client and workplace standards.
Assessment Task 2: Skills Test
Activity 1: Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
Hazards identified: Slip/trip hazards, dust inhalation, chemical exposure, noise, manual
handling injuries, sharp tools, electrical risks.
Control measures: Use PPE (gloves, masks, goggles, ear protection), maintain housekeeping,
secure cords, ensure tools are tested/tagged, use correct lifting techniques, provide
ventilation, and display signage/barriers.
Activity 2: Record of Toolbox Talk (TBT)
Topics covered: Daily work requirements, site safety rules, hazard identification, PPE usage,
weather impacts, fitness for work, behaviour standards, incident reporting, emergency
procedures, and housekeeping.
Comment: Supervisor emphasised WHS compliance, correct PPE, and safe use of tools.
Activity 3: Plan and Prepare
Work Instructions: Review specifications, identify hazards, select PPE, prepare tools,
conduct safety checks.
Three Australian Standards: AS/NZS 2311 (Guide to Painting), AS/NZS 4361.2 (Lead paint
management), AS 4970 (Protection of trees).
Legislation: WHS Act, Environmental Protection Acts, state regulations.
Environmental Plans: Minimise waste, manage dust/noise, protect vegetation, safe disposal
of materials.
Manufacturer’s Specs: Follow tool manuals, safety data sheets for chemicals, and paint
primer guidelines.
PPE: Gloves, goggles, respirators, ear protection, hi-vis clothing, safety boots.
Tools/Equipment: Brushes, sanders, scrapers, filling knives, water blasters, moisture
meters.
Fault Reporting: Any damaged tools reported to site supervisor immediately.
Activity 4: Prepare Uncoated Surfaces
Moisture Test Procedures: Used pinless moisture meter on timber, plaster, masonry, and
cement sheeting. For concrete, used plastic sheet method. Metals inspected visually for
corrosion.
Surface Preparation: Removed dust, grease, and loose coatings using water blasters, wire
brushes, and detergents. Metals primed with anti-corrosion primer. Masonry treated for
efflorescence, timber sanded and sealed.
Loose Debris Removal: Scraped off peeling paint, brushed surfaces clean, washed with
detergent solution, rinsed, dried fully.
Repair and Fill: Applied filler to cracks, nail holes, and defects. Sanded smooth, applied
primer to ensure adhesion. Concrete cracks filled with patch compound, plaster repaired
with joint compound.
Activity 5: Clean Up
Materials Disposal: Collected debris, segregated waste, recycled where possible. Hazardous
waste disposed as per EPA guidelines.
Tools and Equipment: Cleaned brushes, knives, and rollers with water/solvent. Checked
tools for faults, reported damaged items. Mechanical sanders and water blasters inspected
and stored.
Storage: Tools and unused paints stored in sealed containers in ventilated area, away from
ignition sources to prevent combustion.
Assessment 2: Verbal Question Record
1. How should you paint a surface when the pH value is more than 7?
Answer: Apply an alkali-resistant primer or sealer to neutralise the surface, then proceed
with the finishing coats.
2. Name the document that specifies the environmental requirements to be
followed at the worksite.
Answer: The Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
3. What type of PPE must be worn if the lighting at the workplace is not good?
Answer: High-visibility (hi-vis) clothing and possibly headlamps for adequate visibility.
4. What is Cathodic protection?
Answer: It is a corrosion control method where a sacrificial anode or impressed current
protects metal surfaces from rusting.
5. Name the document in which you will record faults in equipment.
Answer: The Tools and Equipment Fault Log or Maintenance Report form.
