Painting & Decorating RPL

Painting & Decorating RPL COURSE OVERVIEW

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About The Certificate

The Painting and Decorating RPL program is crafted to grant individuals a certification indicative of their expertise in painting and decorating within residential and commercial construction. This qualification encompasses core unit competency requirements that encompass vital skills essential to the construction industry. Moreover, it includes two specialized fields of work within the domain of painting and decorating, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of the trade.

By recognizing and assessing individuals' proficiency, the program ensures that they meet the necessary standards for successful engagement in painting and decorating projects across different settings. Whether it's residential or commercial, the program aligns with industry expectations, equipping individuals with the expertise and knowledge required to excel in the field of painting and decorating. This recognition also acknowledges the diverse skills and experiences individuals bring to the construction industry, fostering excellence and professionalism in this specialized area.

Scope Of Work

The responsibilities within Painting and Decorating encompass a wide range of tasks essential for achieving quality outcomes in this profession. These tasks include:

Setting Up and Maintaining Systems: This involves arranging and maintaining trestle and plank systems to ensure safe and efficient working conditions at elevated levels during painting and decorating projects.
Managing Materials: Professionals in this field are responsible for managing and storing painting and decorating materials to ensure they are readily accessible and in optimal condition for use.
Utilizing Tools and Equipment: Painting and decorating tasks require the proficient use of various tools and equipment specific to the trade, such as brushes, rollers, sprayers, and other application tools.
Replacing Doors and Components: Painting and decorating projects often involve tasks like replacing doors and various components of doors and windows, which require attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Surface Preparation: Proper preparation of existing coated surfaces is crucial for achieving a smooth and durable finish. This includes tasks such as cleaning, sanding, and priming surfaces before applying new coatings.
Applying Paint: Professionals use brush and roller techniques to apply paint to surfaces effectively. They are also skilled in applying texture coat paint finishes using different methods like brush, roller, and spray techniques.
Spray Application: In addition to traditional brush and roller methods, professionals in this field are proficient in using spray application techniques to achieve even and consistent paint coverage on various surfaces.
Safety Practices: Given the potential hazards, such as lead paint exposure, professionals adhere to strict safety practices when working with lead-painted surfaces, ensuring a safe working environment for themselves and others.

These tasks, among others, underscore the diverse skill set required for individuals in the Painting and Decorating profession. The Painting and Decorating Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program recognizes and assesses the proficiency of individuals in these critical areas, ensuring they are well-equipped to deliver high-quality results in painting and decorating projects across residential and commercial settings.

Experience Requirement

To meet the requirements for the Painting and Decorating Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program, candidates should have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant industry experience in painting tasks. This experience should cover a diverse range of painting responsibilities and be acquired while working alongside a licensed painter. It's important that the experience is well-rounded and includes exposure to various painting techniques, surfaces, and environments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the painting profession.

The necessary experience can be a combination of both local and overseas work, but there's a specific requirement of 12 to 24 months of experience gained within Australia. This ensures that candidates have practical experience relevant to Australian standards, regulations, and industry practices, which are crucial for obtaining certification and working effectively in the Australian painting and decorating industry.

Overall, the emphasis is on acquiring hands-on experience under the guidance of a licensed professional to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the painting and decorating field.

Eligibility

100 Points of ID
White Card
Referee Testimonial
Resume
Payslips/ABN if self-employed
Videos and photos (you need to be clearly visible)
Risk Assessment and Management Documents
Incident Report Forms
Plans and Specifications
Job Cards
Quotes/Invoices

Regulatory Licensing Requirement

According to NSW Fair Trading, tradies applying for a license must have the relevant industry knowledge and experience and have completed:

CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or
CPC30611 / CPC30608 / BCG30603 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Licensing, legislative and regulatory or certification requirements for painting and decorating work differ between States and Territories. Please consult with the relevant regulatory authority.

For information on the certificate III in Painting and Decorating and for the full list of units of competency, please visit training.gov.au

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