Major Work Activity F - Performs finishing
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Task F-14 Prepares surface for finishing
Task descriptor
Preparing the surface is important to ensure products are ready to accept the final finish.
F-14.01 - Repairs imperfections
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Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-14.01.01P | check material for imperfections | material is checked for imperfections according to industry standards |
F-14.01.02P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to application requirements |
F-14.01.03P | sand and scrape excess glue and blemishes | excess glue and blemishes are sanded and scraped according to industry standards to ensure defect is no longer visible |
F-14.01.04P | fill nail holes, tear-outs and depressions | nail holes and tear-outs and depressions are filled with auto body filler, wood filler and wax (lacquer) sticks according to industry standards |
F-14.01.05P | steam wood to remove depressions | wood is steamed to remove depressions and defect is no longer visible according to industry and shop-specific practices |
Range of variables
- imperfections include: excess adhesive, contaminants, blemishes, water spots, scratches, dents, machine marks
- industry standards include: AWMAC, AWI, WI, CKCA, shop-specific standard
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-14.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of materials | identify material to be finished |
identify material properties, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
F-14.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair imperfections | identify tools and equipment used to repair imperfections, and describe their procedures for use |
describe procedures to repair imperfections | ||
describe prevention and removal procedures of contaminants | ||
describe scraping and sanding procedures to remove glue or machine marks |
Range of variables
- material properties include: species of wood, cuts of wood, grade of wood, grain, moisture content, veneer thickness
- imperfections include: excess adhesive, contaminants, blemishes, water spots, scratches, dents, machine marks
- tools and equipment include: scrapers, pneumatic sanders, putty knives, irons, sandpaper, rags
- contaminants include: silicone, solvents, excess glue, water, stains, pitch pockets, resin
F-14.02 - Prepares parts for finishing
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Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-14.02.01P | remove hardware | hardware is removed to prevent contamination of hardware from finishing product |
F-14.02.02P | mask surfaces | surfaces are masked to protect adjacent areas and hardware from finishing products |
F-14.02.03P | places eye hooks and hanging bars/brackets | eye hooks and hanging bars are installed in non-visible locations to hang parts for spraying according to shop-specific standards |
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-14.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of activities for preparing parts for finishing | identify masking requirements |
identify masking materials, their characteristics and applications | ||
describe order of operations for finishing materials | ||
identify least visible locations for eye hooks and hanging bars |
Range of variables
- masking requirements include: protection of hardware and other products, protection of adjacent colours or finishes
- masking materials include: masking tape, paper, painter’s tape, peel coat
F-14.03 - Performs final sanding of surfaces
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yes | yes | NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-14.03.01P | remove cross grain marks | cross grain marks are removed by sanding with grain |
F-14.03.02P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to application requirements |
F-14.03.03P | remove sharp edges | sharp edges are removed by sanding material according to industry standards |
F-14.03.04P | select grit of sandpaper to finish | grit of sandpaper is selected according to finish and industry standards |
F-14.03.05P | remove excess dust | excess dust is removed using vacuums and compressed air according to jurisdictional safety regulations |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment includes: scrapers, sanding blocks, orbital sanders, belt sanders, palm sanders, wide-belt sanders
- industry standards include: AWMAC, AWI, WI, CKCA, shop-specific standard
- jurisdictional safety regulations include: OH&S, WHMIS, workers’ compensation boards, manufacturers’ health and safety
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-14.03.01L | demonstrate knowledge of sanding, and its characteristics and applications | identify material to be finished |
identify material properties, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
identify abrasive supplies and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe sanding procedures | ||
identify types of sandpaper, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
identify abrasive grits used for final sanding, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe sequence for sanding parts | ||
describe prevention and removal procedures of contaminants | ||
F-14.03.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures for final sanding of surfaces | identify tools and equipment used for final sanding of surfaces, and describe their procedures for use |
describe procedures for final sanding of surfaces | ||
describe scraping procedures to remove glue or machine marks | ||
describe procedures for final inspection of surface after final sanding and before finishing |
Range of variables
- material properties include: species of wood, cuts of wood, grade of wood, grain, moisture content, veneer thickness
- abrasive supplies include: sandpaper, scrapers, steel wool, sanding sponges
- types of sandpaper includes: aluminium oxide, garnet, silicone carbide, ceramic
- abrasive grits used for final sanding include: 100, 120, 150, 180, 220
- contaminants include: silicone, solvents, excess glue, oil, water, excess filler
- tools and equipment includes: scrapers, sanding blocks, orbital sanders, belt sanders, palm sanders, wide-belt sanders
- procedures for final inspection include: performing visual inspections, shining various light sources, applying specialty solvents, performing inspection by touch
Task F-15 Finishes wood products
Task descriptor
Cabinetmakers should know the basics of finishing. It is important to understand how finishing materials are applied and how they affect the final product.
F-15.01 - Prepares finishing materials
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Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-15.01.01P | select finishing materials | finishing materials are selected according to project specifications and applications |
F-15.01.02P | measure, mix and filter finishing materials | finishing materials are measured, mixed and filtered according to manufacturers’ and project specifications |
F-15.01.03P | test and adjust finishing materials | finishing materials are tested and adjusted for qualities according to industry standards and client requirements |
Range of variables
- finishing materials (interior and exterior) include: lacquers, resins, varnishes, paints, stains, water-based, solvent-based, oils
- qualities include: colour, sheen, viscosity, performance
- industry standards include: AWMAC, AWI, WI, CKCA, shop-specific standard
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-15.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of finishing materials, and their characteristics and applications | identify finishing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
describe application methods for finishing materials | ||
identify additives, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe safety requirements involved in preparing finishes | ||
identify finishing material properties, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe end user hazards associated with finishing products | ||
F-15.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare finishing materials | identify tools and equipment used to prepare finishing materials, and describe their procedures for use |
describe procedures to prepare finishing materials |
Range of variables
- finishing materials (interior and exterior) include: lacquers, resins, varnishes, paints, stains, water-based, solvent-based, oils
- application methods include: spraying, brushing, wiping, dipping, distressing
- additives include: solvents, dryers, slow-reducers, catalysts
- safety requirements include: WHMIS materials (labels, SDS), hazards, PPE, OH&S, jurisdictional standards
- finishing material properties include: drying time, appearance, durability
- end user hazards include: flammability, off gassing, toxicity
F-15.02 - Applies finishing material manually
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Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-15.02.01P | select and use tools and equipment for applying finishing material manually | tools and equipment for applying finishing material manually are selected and used according to desired finish |
F-15.02.02P | test application tools with finishing material | application tools are tested with finishing material to ensure compatibility of tool, technique and material |
F-15.02.03P | confirm product is cleaned, sanded and ready to be finished | product is cleaned, sanded and ready to be finished |
F-15.02.04P | select PPE used for manually finishing materials | PPE used for finishing materials is selected according to SDS and safety procedures |
F-15.02.05P | select application technique | application technique is selected according to manufacturers’ specifications |
F-15.02.06P | set up clean and safe area for applying and drying | clean and safe area for applying and drying is set up considering location and environment |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment includes: brushes, sponges, rags
- PPE includes: masks, filters, gloves, respirators, goggles, aprons, protective coveralls
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-15.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of finishing materials, and their characteristics and applications | identify finishing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
identify additives, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe safety requirements involved in applying finishing materials | ||
identify manual finishing techniques, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
identify finishing material properties, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
identify wood properties, and describe their applications | ||
describe end user hazards associated with finishing products | ||
describe finishing problems and possible solutions | ||
describe procedures to prepare surface between coats | ||
F-15.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to apply finishing material manually | identify tools and equipment used to apply finishing material manually, and describe their procedures for use |
describe procedures to apply finishing material manually | ||
describe methods of repairing finish imperfections or damage | ||
describe methods of conditioning |
Range of variables
- finishing materials (interior and exterior) include: lacquers, resins, varnishes, paints, stains, water-based, solvent-based, oils
- additives include: solvents, dryers, slow-reducers, catalysts
- safety requirements include: WHMIS materials (labels, SDS), hazards, PPE, OH&S, jurisdictional standards
- manual finishing techniques include: brushing, wiping, rolling, dipping, pouring
- finishing material properties include: drying time, appearance, durability
- wood properties include: stability, absorption, moisture content
- end user hazards include: flammability, off gassing, toxicity
- finishing problems include: blush, pin-holes, fish eye, orange peel, bleeding, colour variance, drips and runs
- procedures to prepare surface include: scuff sanding (manual and machine), removing contaminants (blowing off dust, tacking surface, vacuuming), filling imperfections, shading/toning
- tools and equipment includes: brushes, sponges, rags
- conditioning includes: wash coat, pre-stain sealant, stain controller
F-15.03 - Sprays on finishing material
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Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
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F-15.03.01P | select and use spray equipment for applying finishing material | spray equipment for applying finishing material is selected and used according to desired finished properties |
F-15.03.02P | identify, test and adjust spray equipment | spray equipment is identified, tested and adjusted with finishing material to ensure compatibility, set-up and technique |
F-15.03.03P | confirm product is cleaned, sanded and ready to be finished | product is cleaned, sanded and ready to be finished |
F-15.03.04P | select application technique | application technique is selected according to manufacturers’ specifications and desired finish |
F-15.03.05P | select PPE used for spraying finishing materials | PPE used for finishing materials is selected according to SDS and safety procedures |
F-15.03.06P | arrange clean and safe area for applying and drying | clean and safe area for applying and drying is arranged considering location and environment |
F-15.03.07P | check product for finishing problems | product is checked for finishing problems |
Range of variables
- finished properties include: colour, sheen, build
- PPE includes: masks, filters, gloves, respirators, goggles, aprons, protective coveralls
- finishing problems include: pin-holes, fish eyes, orange peel, overspray, drips and runs, shading/toning, colour variation, poor surface quality
Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
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F-15.03.01L | demonstrate knowledge of finishing materials, and their characteristics and applications | identify finishing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
identify additives, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe safety requirements involved in applying finishing materials | ||
identify finishing material properties | ||
identify wood properties and describe their effects on spraying | ||
describe end user hazards associated with finishing products | ||
describe finishing problems and possible solutions | ||
identify spraying systems, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
describe procedures to prepare surface between coats | ||
F-15.03.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to spray on finishing materials | identify tools and equipment used to spray on finishing materials, and describe their procedures for use |
describe procedures to spray on finishing materials | ||
describe methods of repairing finish imperfections or damage | ||
describe methods of conditioning |
Range of variables
- finishing materials (interior and exterior) include: lacquers, resins, varnishes, paints, stains, water-based, solvent-based, oils
- additives include: solvents, dryers, slow-reducers, catalysts
- safety requirements include: WHMIS materials (labels, SDS), hazards, PPE, OH&S, jurisdictional standards
- finishing material properties include: drying time, appearance, durability
- wood properties include: stability, absorption, moisture
- end user hazards include: flammability, off gassing, toxicity
- spraying systems include: HVLP, air assist airless, automated spray systems, automated drying systems
- procedures to prepare surface include: scuff sanding (manual and machine), removing contaminants (blowing off dust, tacking surface, vacuuming), filling imperfections, shading/toning
- conditioning includes: wash coat, pre-stain sealant, stain controller