Repair complex fibrous plaster components for a screen production

​This standard is about repairing complex fibrous plaster components for use on a screen production. This will include a wide range of plasterwork, including dados, cornices skirtings, panels and arches.

This standard is for set craft and ornamental plasterers.

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1. ​interpret the design brief and instructions relating to the work to be undertaken and specific requirements for the set or location
2. communicate the details of the design brief and agreed schedule with team members
3. select tools, materials and equipment to undertake your work
4. obtain the materials in the quantities required for repairing plasterwork components
5. use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
6. remove unwanted components without causing damage to existing plasterwork
7. replicate mouldings
8. form and reinforce joints
9. form internal and external returns and stop ends
10. fit additional components in a secure and safe manner
11. use tools and equipment safely and leave them in a safe and serviceable condition
12. protect the work and its surrounding area from possible damage
13. communicate with team members to ensure work produced meets the design brief
14. dispose of waste in line with organisational procedures
15. leave the work area in a clean and tidy condition
16. comply with legal, statutory and organisational requirements to maintain safe work practices
17. complete your work to maintain production schedules and meet the design brief

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1. ​how to obtain and interpret the design brief,  instructions and the production schedule to undertake plasterwork repair activities
2. the tools, equipment and materials required to undertake plasterwork repairs
3. how to estimate the quantities of materials  required to carry out the  work
4. the personal protective equipment that you need to use
5. how to maintain tools, equipment and materials
6. the methods used to repair plasterwork components to the standard required
7. how to determine the best working methods and agree this with the appropriate team members
8. who to communicate information regarding timescales, deadlines and productions schedule considerations to
9. how to measure, calculate and mark out the plasterwork area accurately
10. how to record measurements and store this information
11. how to replicate mouldings in accordance with the design brief
12. how to form and reinforce joints as required
13. how to form internal and external returns and stop ends
14. how to fit and secure components in a safe manner
15. the working regulations and requirement for the specific environment, studio or location
16. how to record and store information for the repair of plasterwork
17. how to protect work against damage form general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
18. the production schedule
19. the organisational policies for waste  disposal and environmental impact
20. how to identify and remove hazards in the working environment
21. the health and safety legislation, statutory and organisational requirements

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2026

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Current

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Original

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Screenskills

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SKSSC19

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Arts, Media and Publishing, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design, Media and Communication, Media Associate Professionals, Performing Arts

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3417

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set crafts; film; television; produce; install; fibrous; plaster; components; production; materials; equipment; mouldings; skirtings; cornices; dados; panels; arches; pilasters; domes; lunettes; barrels; vaults; health; safety; PPE; heights;

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