NZQA registered unit standard
17528 version 4
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Title
Demonstrate knowledge of, operate, and maintain a vacuum blaster
for blaster coating operations
Level
3
Credits
4
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate
knowledge of, operate, and maintain a vacuum blaster.
Classification
Industrial Coatings > Abrasive Blasting
Available grade
Achieved
Entry information
Critical health and
safety prerequisites
Unit 17547, Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety for
blaster coating operations, or demonstrate equivalent
knowledge and skills.
Explanatory notes
1
Documents relevant to this unit standard include:
ISO 8501-1: 2007 Preparation of Steel Substrates Before Application of Paints and
Related Products – Visual Assessment of Surface Cleanliness - Part 1, available at
http://www.iso.org/iso/.
2
Recommended website:
NZ Abrasive Blasting Association Inc. – http://www.nzaba.co.nz/.
3
Definitions
Company procedures refer to documented methods for performing work activities
and include health and safety, environmental, and quality management requirements.
They may refer to manuals, codes of practice, manufacturer’s instructions, or policy
statements.
Site safety plan refers to the documented safety plan required by law to ensure site
complies with the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992.
NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation
(Incorporated) (MITO)
SSB Code 101542
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016
NZQA registered unit standard
17528 version 4
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Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Demonstrate knowledge of a vacuum blaster.
Evidence requirements
1.1
A vacuum blaster is described in terms of its advantages and disadvantages
compared with a conventional abrasive blaster.
1.2
Vacuum blaster components are identified in accordance with manufacturer’s
parts list, and described in terms of their function.
1.3
Safety precautions for operation of a vacuum blaster are explained in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Outcome 2
Operate a vacuum blaster.
Evidence requirements
2.1
Maintenance checks are performed prior to commencement of job in
accordance with company procedures.
2.2
Vacuum unit is set up in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
2.3
Safe working procedures are demonstrated in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions and site safety plan.
2.4
Air flow is checked against flow charts, nozzle charts, and equipment
specifications.
2.5
Sufficient air is provided to operate both the blast and the vacuum recovery
systems.
2.6
The correct abrasive media is selected and used in accordance with company
procedures.
Range
abrasive media is dry and clean.
Outcome 3
Maintain a vacuum blaster.
Evidence requirements
3.1
Vacuum blaster is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions and company procedures.
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SSB Code 101542
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NZQA registered unit standard
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Any required specialist maintenance or repairs are reported in accordance with
company procedures.
Planned review date
31 December 2019
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
28 August 2000
31 December 2012
Review
2
20 November 2006
31 December 2013
Review
3
18 October 2012
31 December 2016
Review
4
16 April 2015
N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference
0114
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CMR also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations wishing
to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors
and assessors, and special resource requirements.
Comments on this unit standard
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info@mito.org.nz if you wish to suggest changes to the content of this unit standard.
NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation
(Incorporated) (MITO)
SSB Code 101542
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016