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1 Qualification details Title New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 4) Version 1 Qualification type Certificate Level 4 Credits 140 NZSCED Engineering and Related Technologies > Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology > Manufacturing Engineering and Technology not elsewhere classified Qualification developer The NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation Next review December 2019 Approval date February 2015 Strategic purpose statement Graduate profile The purpose of this qualification is to provide the protective coatings sector with tradespeople who are skilled protective coatings applicators and who can supervise trade assistants. Learners will benefit by having a qualification that recognises specialised skills and knowledge in protective coatings application and in supervision, supports improved job performance, and enhances employment opportunities. The protective coatings industry will benefit by having staff with recognised skills and knowledge to competently and consistently apply protective coatings and supervise the preparation of surfaces. This qualification is targeted at people who have attained the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3), but is also a credential for those already working in the protective coatings industry. Graduates of this qualification will be able to: Understand and apply regulatory health, safety and environmental requirements at a protective coatings application site Plan, schedule and supervise protective coating preparation and application work Manage equipment and consumables for protective coatings application projects Control quality on protective coatings jobs Apply protective coatings to industrial metal structures Outcome Statement Education pathway This qualification is the second step in the New Zealand protective coatings qualification pathway. It follows on from the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3) [Ref: 2710] and may lead to higher level generic supervisory or management qualifications. Graduates may also progress to further protective coatings inspection certification programmes that are Qualification Reference 2711 Page 1 of 5

2 Employment pathway internationally accepted and are available through the Coating Inspector Programme (CIP) offered by the NACE International Institute. Graduates of this qualification will be able to work as protective coating applicators at a tradesperson level. With some adaptation for context and product, graduates may also be able to gain employment in other industries requiring spray application of coatings such as: automotive refinishing ship yacht and boat building and maintenance painting and decorating Further employment may also be possible with additional training in project management and/or operations management and/or in protective coating inspection. Qualification specifications Qualification award Evidence requirements for assuring consistency Minimum standard of achievement and standards for grade endorsements Other requirements for the qualification (including prerequisites to meet regulatory body or legislative This qualification may be awarded by the NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (Inc) as the qualification developer and the industry training organisation arranging training leading to the qualification under section 5 of the Industry Training Act This qualification may also be awarded by an education organisation accredited under section 250 of the Education Act 1989 to deliver an approved programme leading to this qualification. The formal document certifying the award of this qualification will display the NZQF logo and may also include the name and/or logo of the awarding education organisation. TEOs will supply evidence that demonstrates how the graduate outcomes are being met. Evidence should include: surveys of graduates and employers which determine how well graduates are meeting the graduate outcomes in the workplace reports from consultation with major industry associations to ensure graduates are meeting their member s needs demonstration of effective processes to identify changes in industry practice and training requirements. For example, meeting minutes from industry advisory groups any other evidence, including workplace evidence, that shows how the graduate outcomes are being met The minimum standard of achievement required for the award of the qualification will be achievement of all core graduate outcomes of the graduate profile through successful completion of an approved programme. It is recommended that candidates have a current workplace first aid certificate covering unit standards 26551, (or equivalent). Qualification Reference 2711 Page 2 of 5

3 requirements) Qualification in the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3) is a prerequisite to enrolment in this qualification. Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) may be an option. General conditions for the programme leading to the qualification General conditions for programme Assessment for outcomes of the qualification is generally expected to be based on workplace portfolio evidence much of which is expected to be naturally occurring. Competence is expected to be demonstrated in the context of the candidate as a specialist coating applicator, taking some responsibility for directing assistants. Work must be completed to a good trade standard as per AS/NZS 2312:2002 Guide to the protection of structural steel against atmospheric corrosion by the use of protective coatings. It is generally expected that programmes leading to the qualification will be done in the workplace. However, providers may develop programmes in partnership with industry to deliver the outcomes. All outcomes must be met in accordance with regulatory requirements. Worksafe NZ Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPS) may apply. Work in confined spaces, at height, or in other special situations are optional contexts that require additional training. TEOs arranging training or delivering programmes towards this qualification must ensure that the training arranged and programmes of learning delivered, are kept up-to-date with regard to amendments to, and replacements of relevant legislation, regulations and Australia/New Zealand Standards (AS/NZS). Current standards can be accessed at Current legislation and regulations can be accessed at The current version of the following documents must be complied with: Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992; Health and Safety in Employment Regulations 1995 Conditions relating to the Graduate profile Qualification Conditions outcomes Qualification Reference 2711 Page 3 of 5

4 1 Understand and apply regulatory health, safety and environmental requirements at a protective coatings application site (20 credits) 2 Plan, schedule and supervise protective coating preparation and application work (35 credits) 3 Manage equipment and consumables for protective coatings application projects (30 credits) 4 Control quality on protective coatings jobs (15 credits) 5 Apply protective coatings to industrial metal structures (40 credits) legislative and regulatory responsibilities for abrasive blasting and surface coating including spray regulations Health Safety in Employment (HSE) Act code of practices for associated trades environmental regulations, including the Resource Management Act setup of environmental controls on protective coatings jobs including containment, wrap, bunding, dust and fume extraction or control hazard management specification/scope programme resources process standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions communication documents (including toolbox meetings, work plans and MDS) workplace documentation communication and coordination with other associated trades coordination of transport Completion of the following unit standards may be used to prove competence: Programmes will include management of abrasive blasting and protective coating equipment including: selection of equipment fault finding maintenance (preventative and regular) storage transport rigging of basic lifting equipment operation of lifting equipment quality control concepts and measurement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) set up of worksite implementation and monitoring of work plan interpretation of material data sheet (MDS) use of a range of spray equipment including conventional and airless. Qualification Reference 2711 Page 4 of 5

5 Completion of the following unit standards may be used to prove competence: Transition information Replacement information This qualification and the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings(Level 3) replaced the National Certificate in Blaster Coating (Level 2) with optional strands in Confined Spaces; and Height and Traffic Safety [Ref: 0799] and the National Certificate in Blaster Coating with optional strands in Confined Spaces; Exterior; Height and Traffic Safety; Supervision; and Workshop [Ref: 0800] The last date for entry into programmes leading to replaced qualifications [Ref: 0799], [Ref: 0800] is 31 December The last date to meet the requirements of the replaced qualifications is 31 December 2018, at which time they will be designated as discontinued. Existing candidates may either complete the replaced qualifications or transfer to the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3) [Ref: 2710] or the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 4) [Ref: 2711]. Qualification Reference 2711 Page 5 of 5