Qualification details
Title
New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 4)
Version
1
Qualification type
Certificate
Level
4
Credits
140
NZSCED
030199
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
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.
Outcome Statement
Graduate profile
Education pathway
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Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
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Understand and apply regulatory health, safety and
environmental requirements at a protective coatings
application site
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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
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
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internationally accepted and are available through the
Coating Inspector Programme (CIP) offered by the NACE
International Institute.
Employment pathway
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
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 1992.
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.
Evidence requirements for assuring
consistency
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
Minimum standard of achievement
and standards for grade
endorsements
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.
Other requirements for the
qualification (including prerequisites
to meet regulatory body or legislative
It is recommended that candidates have a current workplace
first aid certificate covering unit standards 26551, 26552 (or
equivalent).
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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 http://standards.co.nz.
Current legislation and regulations can be accessed at
http://legislation.govt.nz.
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
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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)
Programmes will include the following topics:
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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
Programmes will include the following topics:

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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:
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3
Manage
equipment and
consumables for
protective
coatings
application
projects
(30 credits)
4
Control quality
on protective
coatings jobs
6442
26780
26781
26784
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
Programmes will include the following topics:
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quality control concepts and measurement
Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
(15 credits)
5
Apply protective
coatings to
industrial metal
structures
(40 credits)
Programmes will include the following topics:
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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.
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Completion of the following unit standards may be used to prove competence:
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17539
6451
17542
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 2016. 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].
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