types of paint
Varieties of paint and chemicals used in their composition.
Construction painters paint the interior and exterior of buildings and other structures. They may use standard latex based paints or specialised paints for decorative effect or protective properties. Building painters are skilled in using brushes, paint rollers and paint sprayers for different applications.
Competences and skills
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1 competenceEssential skills and competences 20 competences
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Sector-specific
8 competencesclean painting equipment
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble paint sprayers and other vehicle painting equipment.
inspect paintwork
Inspect a painted surface, either one recently painted or an old layer. Watch for dents, cracks, flaking, air bubbles, mould and other issues.
interpret 2D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
paint surfaces
Use brushes and rollers to apply a coat of paint to a prepared surface evenly and without leaving drops.
protect surfaces during construction work
Cover floors, ceiling, skirting boards and any other surfaces with various materials such as plastic or textile to keep them from being damaged or stained when performing construction or renovation work like painting or plastering.
snap chalk line
Stretch a line covered in fine, non-staining chalk between two points and snap it against a surface to produce a straight line.
transport construction supplies
Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.
work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Cross-sector
12 competencesdispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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dispose of non-hazardous waste
Dispose of waste materials which pose no risk to health and safety in a manner which complies with recycling and waste management procedures except for waste incineration.
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follow health and safety procedures in construction
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
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follow safety procedures when working at heights
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
inspect construction supplies
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
interpret 3D plans
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
prepare surface for painting
Make sure the surface to be painted is free of scratches and dents. Assess the porosity of the wall and the need for coating. Remove any grease, dirt, moisture and traces of previous coverings.
remove paint
Remove paint by using chemical strippers, a heat gun, sanding or scraping the surface.
sand between coats
Smoothen the surface of a workpiece by sanding it in between applying coats in order to obtain a clear, stronger coat.
use measurement instruments
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
use safety equipment in construction
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Optional skills and competences 20 competences
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Sector-specific
6 competencesinstall construction profiles
Install a variety of metal or plastic profiles used to attach materials to each other or to structural elements. Cut them to size if called for.
monitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
process incoming construction supplies
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
set up temporary construction site infrastructure
Set up a variety of temporary infrastructure used on building sites. Put up fences and signs. Set up any construction trailers and make sure that these are connected to electricity lines and water supply. Establish supplies stores and garbage disposal in a sensible manner.
use sander
Use different types of drywall sanders, automatic or manual, handheld or on an extension, to sand surfaces to a smooth finish or to rough them up for better adhesion.
work in a construction team
Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible manner.
Cross-sector
14 competencesadvise on construction materials
Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.
- Scope note
- It includes building stone, sand, bricks, clay and gravel.
answer requests for quotation
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
blast surface
Blast a surface with sand, metal shot, dry ice or other blasting material to remove impurities or rough up a smooth surface.
build scaffolding
Assemble temporary scaffolding structures for construction, maintenance or event-related purposes. Set vertical standards on the base plate of the scaffolding structure. Ensure the scaffolding structure is secured from lateral forces and supported sufficiently. Place wood or metal scaffolding decks into the transoms to stand on and make sure they are aligned. Safely set scaffolding stairs and ladders, which allow enough room for safe and easy manoeuvring.
calculate needs for construction supplies
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
maintain work area cleanliness
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
mix paint
Thoroughly mix different types of paint manually or mechanically. Start from basic paints or from powder and mix in water or chemicals. Check the consistency of the resulting mixture.
operate rust proofing spray gun
Operate a semi-automatic or handheld spray gun designed to provide the surface of a workpiece with a permanent, corrosion-protective finishing coat, safely and according to regulations.
order construction supplies
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.
paint with a paint gun
Use a paint gun to coat or paint surfaces of items which are stationary or moving on a conveyor belt. Load the equipment with the suitable type of paint and spray the paint onto the surface in an even and controlled manner to prevent paint from dripping or splashing.
recognise signs of corrosion
Recognise the symptoms of metal showing oxidation reactions with the environment resulting in rusting, copper pitting, stress cracking, and others, and estimate the rate of corrosion.