1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997  
ARCHIVED ISSUE Released at 11:30 AM (CANBERRA TIME) 31/07/1997   
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UNIT GROUP 4421 PAINTERS AND DECORATORS

PAINTERS AND DECORATORS apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate the surfaces of buildings and structures.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this unit group is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

  • erecting scaffolding and ladders, and placing drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splattering
  • preparing surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces
  • selecting and preparing paints to required colours by mixing portions of pigment, oil, thinning and drying additives
  • applying paints, varnishes or stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers or sprays
  • hanging wallpaper
  • cleaning equipment and work areas

Occupations:




This section contains the following subsection :
              4421-01 Supervisor, Painters and Decorators
              4421-11 Painter and Decorator
              4421-81 Apprentice Painter and Decorator

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