Unit Code Unit Title
MAS-07 Apply Plastering and Rendering Techniques

Nominal Hours: 25
Unit Descriptor:
Covers surface preparation, application, and finishing of plaster and render.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Prepare surfaces 1.1 Clean and dampen surfaces.
1.2 Apply bonding agents as needed.
1.3 Protect adjacent areas.
2. Mix and apply plaster/render 2.1 Mix materials to specification.
2.2 Apply base and finish coats.
2.3 Maintain thickness and finish.
3. Finish and cure surfaces 3.1 Trowel and float to smoothness.
3.2 Cure as required.
3.3 Inspect for defects and finish quality.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Materials Cement render, gypsum plaster, lime plaster, premix.
Application Manual, mechanical, single/multi-coat.
Finishes Smooth, textured, patterned, painted.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Applies and finishes plaster/render to specification and quality standards.
2. Underpinning knowledge Material properties, application techniques, curing.
3. Underpinning Skills Surface preparation, mixing, application, finishing.
4. Underpinning attitudes Quality, cleanliness, responsibility, attention to detail.
5. Resource Implications Materials, tools, protective gear.
6. Methods of Assessment Practical demonstration, inspection, questioning, supervisor feedback.
7. Context of Assessment Real/simulated site with plastering/rendering tasks.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Numeracy Measure and mix materials.
Problem Solving Address surface or finish defects.
Planning/Organizing Sequence application and curing tasks.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Masonry apprentices, workers Individuals applying plaster or render.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None