Finish composite worktops

This standard covers the skills and knowledge required to finish work

1. comply with health and safety requirements and procedures at all

   times

   2. obtain specifications and requirements following standard

   operating procedures

   3. obtain equipment and materials required following standard

   operating procedures

   4. check equipment is set up correctly and in good working order

   following standard operating procedures and any manufacturer's

   instructions

   5. check materials required meet specifications and are free from

   faults following standard operating procedures

   6. sand surfaces following company procedures and manufacturers'

   instructions

   7. apply appropriate compounds and polish surfaces to meet

   specifications

   8. carry out quality checks on materials following company

   procedures and manufacturers' instructions

1. relevant health and safety responsibilities

   2. meaning of terms used in specifications

   3. how to check equipment is set up and is in good working order

   4. how to check materials and the common faults that can occur

   5. sanding methods including pattern and procedure

   6. how to remove minor scratches when polishing

   7. advantages and disadvantages of different finishes

   8. recommended sandpapers and tooling to use

   9. lighting considerations to be considered

   10. application considerations

   11. sensitive solid surface colours and patterns