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marine painter

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Marine painters work in the shipbuilding industry and are responsible for completing the blasting, painting, hull washing and cleaning, scraping and protection jobs of all varieties as assigned by supervisors. They follow set guidelines, processes and procedures to ensure successful completion of work.

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Competences
31
Groups
4
Essential
26
Optional
5

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

1 competence
paint spraying techniques

Field of information which distinguishes different kinds of paint spraying equipment and spraying techniques., and the order in which parts should be spray-painted.

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4 competences
industrial paint

The various kinds of paint used as coating in manufacturing finishing processes, such as primers, intermediate coats, finish coats, stripe coats, and others.

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lacquer paint applications

The characteristics and applications of lacquer paint and primers, such as the level of sheerness, the varying results of a lacquer treatment on different materials, and others.

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quality standards

The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.

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types of paint

Varieties of paint and chemicals used in their composition.

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Essential skills and competences 21 competences

Occupation specific

3 competences
apply primer

Cover surfaces with primer according to requirements and specifications. Let primer dry for the proper amount of time.

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operate maritime lifting equipment

Operate motorised winches and hoists used by marine riggers; assist in the operation of sail-powered systems.

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prepare paint ingredients

Prepare the paint ingredients to be mixed such as thinner, solvent, paint or lacquer making sure they are correctly weighted and are accroding to the specified formula.

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apply colour coats

Spray colour coats onto vehicle parts, operate painting equipment and leave freshly sprayed vehicles to dry in a temperature-controlled and dust-proof environment.

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check paint consistency

Before application of the paint, check paint viscosity by using viscosity meter.

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clean painting equipment

Disassemble, clean, and reassemble paint sprayers and other vehicle painting equipment.

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Cross-sector

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apply preliminary treatment to workpieces

Apply preparatory treatment, through mechanical or chemical processes, to the workpiece preceding the main operation.

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clean surfaces

Disinfect surfaces in accordance with sanitary standards.

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Including walls, floors, tables, kitchen and service equipment
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dispose 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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ensure equipment availability

Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.

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handle chemical cleaning agents

Ensure proper handling, storage, management and disposal of cleaning chemicals (CIP) in accordance with regulations.

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The chemicals include hazardous materials.
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inspect paint quality

Inspect paint to ensure it is of a good quality by testing the viscosity, homogeneity and other factors.

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install ventilation equipment

Install equipment to enable the ventilation of a structure. Mount fans and install air inlets and outlets. Install ducts to permit the transfer of air. Configure the ventilation system if it is electronically controlled.

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keep records of work progress

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

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maintain work area cleanliness

Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.

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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.

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remove paint

Remove paint by using chemical strippers, a heat gun, sanding or scraping the surface.

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use color matching techniques

Apply specific techniques in order to match different colours.

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use painting equipment

Use brushes, rollers, spray guns and other painting equipment in accordance with the work.

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use solvents

Clean products or surfaces by using solvents to dissolve or extract other unnecessary substances.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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Cross-sector

2 competences
marine technology

Technologies for the safe use, exploitation, protection of, and intervention in the marine environment.

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ventilation systems

The types of mechanical ventilation systems that permits the exchange and circulation of air.

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Optional skills and competences 3 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

No competences in this bucket.

Sector-specific

1 competence
produce materials for decision making

Compile relevant data, write reports and occasionally prepare presentations to communicate information that will help the business management team to take decisions.

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Cross-sector

2 competences
process data

Enter information into a data storage and data retrieval system via processes such as scanning, manual keying or electronic data transfer in order to process large amounts of data.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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