Construction Painting Skills

Know the equipment and materials used in painting tasks. 

Painting tools and equipment

• brushes - sizes for applications
• filling knife
• paint kettle
• screwdriver

Painting materials

• surface filler
• sandpaper
• cleaning solvents
• paint: 

                - knotting

                - emulsion

                - gloss

                - primer

                - lacquer

                - varnishes

Personal protective equipment

• overalls
• gloves
• safety footwear
• hardhat if directed

Assessment Criteria

• 1.1

  List hand tools and equipment to be used in the painting process. 

• 1.2

  List materials to be used in the painting process. 

• 1.3

  List Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be used when painting. 

• 1.4

  Describe the use of all items listed. 

Be able to paint a flat wall area.

Demonstrate safe working practices including correct PPE

• overalls
• gloves
• safety footwear
• hardhat if required

Demonstrate painting skills

• selection of brush size for purpose
• mist coating of a wall
• two coats emulsion paint

Assessment Criteria

• 2.1

  Select hand tools to paint a flat wall area.

• 2.2

  Paint a flat wall area.

• 2.3

  Apply safe working practices throughout completion of the task. 

Be able to work responsibly with others. 

Demonstrate in a working environment

• good housekeeping
• good behaviour
• following instructions and guidance
• communicating well with others

Assessment Criteria

• 3.1

  Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.

• 3.2

  Work responsibly in the workshop.

• 3.3

  Follow instructions when working with others. 

• 3.4

  Communicate with others in order to complete tasks.