1. Demonstrate the characteristic s of a professional in the occupation.
2. Participate in union-related activities.

1. Locate occupational information using blueprints.
2. Answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials at the jobsite.

1. Don (put on), doff (remove), inspect, and maintain the proper PPE that should be worn during painting and decorating application including, but not limited to: Head Face Eyes Ears Hands Body Feet Respiratory
2. Perform a job analysis for safe working conditions: Attend pre-job safety meetings Adhere to site specific safety rules and federal regulations Observe Vessel Entry/Confined Space regulations Read and interpret MSDS Establish and maintain a safe working perimeter
3. Safely demonstrate the proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
4. Maintain clean work areas (housekeeping).
5. Demonstrate how to perform positive and negative fit checks on selected respirators.
6. Use selected monitoring equipment to measure the atmosphere in a confined space.
7. Recognize the symptoms associated with excess exposure to heat and cold.
8. Store, handle, and transport tools, equipment and materials properly.
9. Identify the locations of First Aid and Fire Equipment.
10. Correctly use fall arresting and other fall protection equipment.
11. Demonstrate safe work practices for erecting and dismantling scaffolds, including: pre-planning, inspecting scaffold components, load capacity, platform construction, access requirements, and fall protection.
12. Demonstrate a pre-inspection and the safe operation of an aerial lift.
13. Describe and demonstrate the proper use of various types of personal fall protection equipment.
14. Describe and demonstrate the steps of ladder safety, including: selection, inspection, setup, safe techniques and proper maintenance and storage.

1. Demonstrate the characteristics of a professional Painter-Decorator, including: Exhibit suitable appearance and personal hygiene. Exhibit proper attitude and behavior on the job site, including private residences and other occupied buildings. Deal with difficult customers in a professional and courteous manner. Interpret written and verbal instructions. Recognize the importance of cooperation and interaction with related trades on a job site. Demonstrate the knowledge and use of color theory and the color wheel by selecting and applying complimentary, contrasting, and harmonious colors. Recognize the importance of cooperation and interaction with related trades on a job site.

1. Setup and safely operate a compressor.
2. Setup and safely use a power washer on multiple substrates.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of a Pasting Table.
4. Demonstrate how to clean and store brushes and rollers.
5. Identify and select the proper brush and roller given a particular application.

1. Demonstrate the selection and use of masking methods, tools and materials.
2. Demonstrate proper layout drop cloths, & plastic.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of spray shielding.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of wrapping methods and materials.
5. Demonstrate the proper clean up, removal and disposal of protective materials used in masking operations.
6. Recognize and describe the application of selected masking materials.
7. Demonstrate/describe selected methods and materials for interior/exterior coverings.
8. Demonstrate how to properly mask a window with tape and paper/plastic.
9. Demonstrate how to spray railings.
10. Demonstrate how to cover from overspray.
11. Demonstrate how to remove masking tape after finish coats have been applied.

1. Demonstrate various surface preparation methods.
2. Demonstrate various substrate repair methods.
3. Demonstrate various inspection test devices.
4. Sand, wash, caulk, spackle and spot prime previously painted substrates in preparation for repainting.
5. Sand, prime, putty and caulk wood surfaces in preparation for finish coat.
6. Prepare new and old porous masonry surfaces for coatings.
7. Prepare metal substrates for coatings by utilizing selected surface prep methods.
8. Prepare substrate for sealant.
9. Estimate curing and drying times based on various ambient conditions.
10. Demonstrate proper start-up, operation, cleaning techniques, shutdown, and safety guidelines for typical low-pressure washers using selected accessories.
11. Demonstrate proper surface prep operations utilizing chemical strippers and deglossers on both new and previously painted surfaces.
12. Patch and finish damaged drywall.
13. Sand, wash, caulk, spackle and spot prime new substrates in preparation for painting.
14. Demonstrate basic knowledge of various surface prep inspection tools and equipment.
15. Demonstrate ability to repair common paint failures using various methods of surface preparation prior to repainting operation.
16. Recognize and describe the uses of various preparation agents.

1. Apply coating (Paint, Lining, Stain, Wood Finishes, Sealers etc…) to selected surfaces using the following methods: Brush, Roller, Trowel or other hand tool
2. Properly clean and store hand tools and equipment, using correct solvents.
3. Properly dispose of waste; paint, water, solvents, etc.
4. Demonstrate the ability to mix single and multi component paint, coatings, and linings.
5. Demonstrate the techniques for proper application of coating on various substrates.
6. Demonstrate the proper selection and use of hand tools required for a coating project.
7. Demonstrate the procedures for painting each of the following: double hung window, casement window, gutters and downspouts.
8. Demonstrate the procedures for painting exterior doors.
9. Demonstrate the procedures for painting fixed and movable shutters.

1. Properly select a product based on service area and use.
2. Demonstrate the procedure for creating a custom tint.
3. Utilize various waterproofing coating systems on both horizontal and vertical surfaces.
4. Demonstrate the general methods used for the cleanup and disposal of water-based and oil-based paints.
5. Demonstrate the proper selection of primers, paints and stains for various residential or commercial applications.

1. Demonstrate the ability to safety apply paints and coatings to various substrates with conventional and HVLP spray systems.
2. Demonstrate the ability to properly clean conventional and HVLP spray systems.
3. Demonstrate the ability to properly clean airless and air assisted spray systems.
4. Demonstrate proper utilization of inspection tools, and equipment prior to, during, and after spray operations.
5. Properly dispose of waste; paint, water, solvents etc. within acceptable environmental, regulatory and job specific guidelines.
6. Display proper spray application technique and adjustment of equipment to produce a quality finish with minimal waste and overspray.
7. Demonstrate ability to properly maintain spray equipment.
8. Demonstrate how to properly mix paint in preparation for spray painting.
9. Demonstrate how to use each type of spray equipment to properly apply paint to selected surfaces.
10. Perform cleaning and maintenance on spray equipment per the manufacturer’s instructions.
11. Demonstrate how to measure the thickness of wet and dry paint films.
12. Demonstrate how to measure the viscosity of paints and coatings.
13. Demonstrate accurate measurements and angle calculation when striping a parking lot.
14. Demonstrate striping application methods using the proper tools and practices.
15. Demonstrate the preparation of pavement for receiving striping.
16. Demonstrate the use of conventional and airless spray systems during striping.

1. Demonstrate the proper use of Drywall Finishing hand and automatic tools.
2. Demonstrate embedding of drywall joints, angles, corner bead and nail spotting.
3. Properly prepare each type of compound in use on a job.
4. Demonstrate the application of the second drywall coat.
5. Demonstrate the application of the finish coat and touch up, including the use of sanding tools.
6. Apply textures by hand and automated methods to perform the following tasks: Joint taping and finishing Fastener spotting Corner finishing Sanding
7. Demonstrate the ability to patch and finish damaged drywall.
8. Distinguish and state a level of finish by observation.
9. Demonstrate the correct methods for solving different types of drywall finishing problems, including: Joint problems Compound problems Fastener problems Wallboard problems
10. Demonstrate the ability to finish a joint to one of the six levels of finishing.

1. Estimate the amount of wallcovering needed using various estimating techniques.
2. Select the proper adhesive for a particular wallcovering.
3. Properly mix a powdered adhesive.
4. Prepare a surface for wallcovering.
5. Install selected wallcoverings and borders with emphasis on working around windows, doors, light fixtures, and other obstacles.
6. Demonstrate the ability to install wallcoverings in difficult places such as stairs, slant walls, dormers, and archways.
7. Recognize and correct common wallcovering failures.
8. Correctly apply a variety of wallcoverings using the proper technique when confronted with doors, windows, dormers, archways, and other architectural elements.

1. Demonstrate abrasive blasting system operations including guidelines: warnings and hazards, pre-start, daily checks, start-up, operation, and shutdown.
2. Demonstrate the use proper use of a conventional abrasive blast system.
3. Demonstrate the selection of a properly fitting blast nozzle and holder.
4. Demonstrate basic safety in the operation of a conventional abrasive blast system.
5. Create a surface that meets industry standards defining an achievable surface cleanliness level.

1. Recognize hardwoods and softwoods.
2. Recognize open-grain and closed-grain woods.
3. Use a moisture meter to measure the moisture content of selected wood surfaces.
4. Demonstrate proper hand and power tool sanding techniques and cleaning of selected wood substrates.
5. Use bleach to lighten selected wood substrates.
6. Apply fillers to selected open-grained substrates.
7. Apply a sealer to selected wood substrates.
8. Apply stains to selected interior/exterior substrates.
9. Apply clear finishes to selected wood substrates. Varnish Lacquer Shellac Polyurethane

1. Apply stippling and mottling finishes to properly prepared surfaces.
2. Apply a grained finish to a properly prepared surface.
3. Recognize the type of decorative finish on any surface.
4. Demonstrate how to prepare surfaces for application of different decorative finishes.
5. Use the proper tools needed to achieve special effects when applying different decorative finishes.
6. Prepare oil-based and water-based glazes.
7. Demonstrate how to make common glaze formulas (recipes).
8. Apply glaze coats to properly prepared surfaces using sponging, rag rolling, and cheeseclothing.
9. Apply a marbled finish to a properly prepared surface.
10. Apply antiqued finishes to a properly prepared surface using methods such as rubbing with steel wool and spattering.

Identify the historical reasons for unionization. Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the labor movement in the U.S. Describe the union structure and its activities. Explain how unions promote the occupation and serve its members Understand the union’s impact on economic issues, corporation, productivity, and distribution of wealth. Identify and explain the most significant labor laws of the 1900s. Analyze the impact the labor movement has had on social and political reform. Evaluate the IUPAT’s role in the labor movement from 1887 to the Present.

Investigate the current state of the union’s market share. Discuss the personal rewards and consequences associated with the union’s market share. Describe successful strategies for unions to regain a market share in the construction industry. Identify and describe what the union provides on an ongoing basis to its members and affiliates. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the end users, contractors, union, and rank and file. Articulate the value that the union provides its members and affiliates. Describe the impact the IUPAT’s Top Workplace Performance (TWP) program has on shaping attitudes and performance. Discuss the generational changes in rank and file attitudes and behaviors.

Describe sustainability and the social, environmental, and economic impact. Identify the benefits of sustainability. Explain the purpose of sustainability in commercial and residential buildings. Identify professional ‘green’ organizations. Identify elements of sustainability. Explain the importance of green practices. Define green bid specifications. Identify and interpret a green specification in a project manual. Source and cost out green products. Create a bid incorporating green products and practices. Describe the elements involved with sustainable sites. Describe water efficiency practices. Determine energy and atmospheric requirements. Identify and describe effective materials and resources. Discuss indoor environmental quality standards. Discuss the ‘green’ innovation and design process. Identify and discuss the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – New Construction (LEED-NC) Process.

Define sexual harassment. Identify the law sexual harassment violates. Identify characteristics of quid pro quo sexual harassment. Identify characteristics of hostile environment sexual harassment. Cite factors that contribute to the determination of whether behavior is sexual harassment. Explain legal and other consequences of sexual harassment. Identify effects of sexual harassment. Identify costs associated with sexual harassment. Discuss employer liability in harassment Industrial Coating and Lining Application Specialist (ICLAS) cases. Identify United States Supreme Court Landmark ICLAS cases.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator. Use a standard ruler, a metric ruler, and a measuring tape to measure. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator. Convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions. Explain what the metric system is and how it is important in the construction industry. Recognize and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature. Recognize some of the basic shapes used in the construction industry and apply basic geometry to measure them.

Describe the components of a computer system. Define microcomputer hardware in terms of its functions: input, output, processing, and storage. Describe how peripheral devices are connected to a microcomputer. Identify types of software and their functions and describe the difference between system software and application software. Navigate and use the Windows XP environment to open and use applications, manage documents, and identify and maintain resources. Access and navigate the World Wide Web to find information. Create, format, and edit documents using Microsoft® Word. Create, revise, and enhance business presentations using Microsoft® PowerPoint. Create, revise, and enhance spreadsheets using Microsoft® Excel.

Define blueprint and blueprint reading. Define plans and specifications. Describe how plans and specifications are prepared. Describe the purpose and importance of a set of plans. Identify and define various parts of a set of plans. Identify the various views of a drawing that are included in a set of plans and their relationship to each other. Identify and define material symbols, abbreviations, and lines used in drawings. Define the meaning of scale. Use fractional rule to calculate measurements. Explain how an architect’s scale is used to measure lines. Use the architect’s scale to determine the actual length of a scaled line. Recognize, locate, and determine missing dimensions. Describe proper handling procedures for plans and drawings.

Explain the idea of a safety culture and its importance in the construction fields. Identify causes of accidents and the impact of accident costs. Explain the role of OSHA in jobsite safety. Locate OSHA Standards references applicable to specific hazardous conditions and practices. Recognize the aspects of 1926 Subpart C (General Safety and Health Provisions). State the purpose of the OSHA Act and list the functions of OSHA. List the OSHA inspection priorities and describe the inspection process. Describe the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under the OSHA Act. Recognize hazard recognition and risk assessment techniques. Explain fall protection, ladder, stair, and scaffold procedures and requirements. Identify struck-by hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Identify caught-in-between hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Define safe work procedures to use around electrical hazards. Demonstrate the use and care of appropriate PPE. Explain the importance of hazard communications (Haz Com) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs). Identify other construction hazards on your jobsite, including hazardous material exposures, environmental elements, welding and cutting hazards, confined spaces, and fires.

Demonstrate how to minimize the risk of disease transmission when giving care. Demonstrate how to check an unconscious person for life-threatening and non-life-threatening conditions. Demonstrate how to give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a person. Demonstrate how to care for a person who is not breathing and/or chocking. Describe when and how to use an AED.

Describe ergonomics and its importance in the workplace. Describe the benefits of implementing an ergonomic program. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in an office setting. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in a construction workplace. Recognize and describe risk factors that can cause musculoskeletal disorders or related injuries. Describe healthy ergonomics in an office setting. Describe healthy ergonomics in a construction workplace. Demonstrate proper stretching techniques. Identify employee and employer rights and responsibilities.

Describe how the respiratory system works. Identify the different types of respirators and their purposes. Demonstrate the proper fit, inspection, cleaning, disinfection, and storage of respirators. Summarize how the human respiratory system works. Identify respiratory hazards and describe how they affect the respiratory system. Identify work activities that can create airborne hazards. Demonstrate how to perform proper negative and positive fit-checks. Demonstrate proper inspection of respirators. Demonstrate safe cleaning, disinfection, and storage procedures for respirators.

Explain his/her roles and responsibilities as a Lead Abatement worker. Recall and describe basics facts in the history of lead and Lead Abatement. Identify and describe the health effects of lead exposure and protection against lead exposure and poisoning. Describe and demonstrate safe work practices when working with or around lead. Describe general work safety and health hazards. Identify and describe the federal, state and local regulations for Lead Abatement workers. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for residential buildings. Recognize and describe residential lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and explain interior dust abatement procedures, clean-up and final clearance inspections. Describe and explain the procedures for soil and exterior dust abatement with waste disposal. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for industrial buildings. Recognize and describe industrial lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and demonstrate lead safe work practices in compliance with the EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD’s Lead Safe Housing Rule.

Recognize and identify some of the basic hand tools and their proper uses in the construction industry. Visually inspect hand tools to determine if they are safe to use. Safely use hand tools. Identify power tools commonly used in the construction industry. Demonstrate and describe all general safety rules for power tools and follow them. Explain the importance of using guards during the operation of power tools. Explain the importance of using a properly rated extension cord. Demonstrate and describe how to properly ground a power tool. Explain how to maintain power tools properly.

Interpret information and instructions presented in both verbal and written form. Communicate effectively in on-the-job situations using verbal and written skills. Communicate effectively on-the-job using electronic communication devices.

Describe the role of the foreman. State the key role of the foreman in maintaining safety rules and regulations. Describe how to establish and maintain good relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals. Describe productive motivational techniques. Explain the importance of properly performing personnel functions in accordance with the union agreement and company policies. Explain the importance of developing and using effective communications skills. Describe the proper planning and organizational skills needed to successfully complete a job. Describe the “leadership” qualities needed to be an effective foreman.

Achieve predicted and desired results in the execution of projects through implementation of consistent methodologies. Advance the skill level and knowledge of IUPAT Project Managers. Emphasize the depth and breadth of roles and responsibilities that a Project Manager may be relied upon to manage, to contribute to, or to perform.

Define the role of the supervisor. Define the scope and importance of verbal communication. Refine written communication skills. Describe various job site personnel issues. Identify the supervisor’s role in safety. Manage and estimate the cost of tools and materials. Describe the importance of leadership in effective supervision.

Recognize the important areas of OSHA in general terms. Identify the Safety Regulations as they apply to safe work practices in the trade with emphasis on: Identification of safety hazards (unsafe conditions) Proper handling of materials, including hazardous Maintenance and safe operation of tools PPE Describe the precautions that must be followed when using flammable liquids and adhesives. Explain the purpose of Hazard Communication programs. Explain what a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is, its purpose and limitation. Describe the role of employer, supplier, and worker in the education of workers. Outline emergency procedures and how to obtain assistance for injured workers. Compare and contrast the characteristics of a confined space with those of a permit-required confined space. Explain confined space characteristics and hazards. Identify 29 CFR 1910.146 as OSHA’s General Industry Confined Spaces Rule. Describe the proper technique (ergonomics) for lifting and transporting CAS materials and equipment. Identify safety requirements for erecting and dismantling scaffolds, including: pre-planning, inspecting scaffold components, calculating load capacity, platform construction, access requirements, and fall protection. Identify the different types of aerial lifts and their related safety rules and precautions. Describe potential fall hazards in the workplace. Describe the different types of ladders and the conditions under which they are used. Describe the techniques and equipment used for environmental humidity/temperature control.

Identify and explain the basic terminology used in the Painting and Decorating trade. Describe the working conditions of the Painting and Decorating trade. Identify the career options and advancement opportunities in the Painting and Decorating trade. Describe custody, care, and maintenance of tools and equipment. Identify basic tools and equipment used for surface preparation and Painting and Decorating application. Identify the reasons for applying coatings.

Identify the basic hand tools and equipment used in the Painting and Decorating trade. Identify power tools used in Painting and Decorating trade. Identify the basic hand tools and equipment used in the Drywall Trade. Identify the basic hand tools and equipment used in the Wallcovering trade. Identify the equipment required for proper lighting of a worksite. Identify the proper methods, procedures and equipment used for proper ventilation. Identify different types and use of work platforms. Identify the components of brushes and rollers. Describe the differences between natural bristles and synthetic bristles. Recognize the various types of paint brushes and select the proper paint brush for the application. Wall brushes Varnish brushes Sash and trim brushes Stain brushes Special purpose brushes Decorative brushes Recognize the different kinds of rollers and roller covers and select the proper roller and cover for the application, including: Dip rollers, Self-feeding rollers, Special purpose rollers

Identify and describe masking tools and materials. Describe the materials required for protecting surfaces, including: Tape dispensers Types of tape Types of masking material Paint shields Covering materials Describe the methods of applying interior and exterior masking and coverings to various surfaces. Understand the importance of proper cleanup. Describe how to protect shrubbery during the painting process. Describe how windscreens work. Describe the importance of using drop cloths when spraying near roofs. Describe the dangers of masking exterior light fixtures.

Identify selected substrates and surfaces and suitable methods of surface prep. Recognize and identify industry standard surface prep methods and specifications. Identify the ramifications of improper surface prep. Recognize and describe the various categories and uses of low-pressure water washing equipment. Recognize the different types of joints and substrates. Explain the implications of using chemical strippers, and solvents as related to VOC’s and health hazards. Identify the classifications and uses of chemicals as related to surface prep operations. Describe substrate preparation tools and materials.

Explain the various methods and best practices in the application of stain, clear coat, and wood finish application on wood substrates. Identify characteristics of concrete coating application. Explain the effects of using various coatings and coating methods as related to VOC’s, environmental and health concerns. Understand the differences and unique characteristics of various substrates and their unique coating requirements, i.e., open and closed grain wood, concrete, metallic substrates, drywall, etc. Identify common brushes used to paint window trim. Describe various methods of painting gutters and downspouts. Describe how to paint roll up garage doors. Describe the procedures for painting exterior doors. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of various clear finishes for exterior doors.

Identify coatings and solvents by type and compatibility (Latex/Water, Alkyd/Mineral Spirits, etc). Identify composition of coating products and the various chemicals contained in a volume of coating. Understand the components of a Product Data Sheet and the Material Safety Data Sheet for a product. Identify common paint failures, causes and their correction. Understand Green technology as it relates to paint and coating technology. Identify ways that color and/or light can influence a person’s mood. Be able to explain how Theoretical Spread rate relates to % solids by Volume. Explain the use of sealants, fillers, coatings, weather-stripping and other material as a component of weatherization procedures. Explain the functions of pigments, resins, solvents, and additives. Describe the basic differences between water-based and oil-based paints and coatings. Describe the properties and functions of paints or coatings. Identify the recommended method of surface preparation for different types of coatings. Describe the application and interaction of various paint materials on selected residential/commercial surfaces. Identify the equipment used to prepare, apply and maintain painted surfaces in a residential or commercial setting. Describe the importance of primers when painting the exterior of commercial or residential buildings. Identify commonly used exterior coatings, stains, and primer stain blockers.

Identify conventional and HVLP spray equipment components. Identify airless and air assisted spray equipment components. Recognize advantages and disadvantages of various spray equipment and accessories given various substrates and materials. Understand the basics of specialty spray systems including electrostatic, plural component, hopper, and thermal spray. Explain differences in interior and exterior spray application and the challenges of each. Recognize and describe spray systems and components, including: Conventional spray Airless and air-assisted HVLP spray systems Explain the responsibilities of a striper in parking lot layouts, including design factors such as traffic flow, number of users, exits/entry, and vehicle size. Identify striping tools, materials and application methods and practices. Describe striping equipment and substrate preparation.

Identify materials used in drywall finishing and state the purpose and use of each of the following materials: Compounds Joint reinforcing tapes Trim materials Textures and Coatings Explain the differences in the six levels of finishing established by industry standards. Identify the hand tools used in Drywall Finishing. Identify taping and bedding materials. Describe some of the problems and causes that occur in drywall finishes.

Identify the basic types of wallcoverings, their characteristics, and uses. Identify the types and categories of commercial wallcoverings. Understand the terms associated with wallcovering. Identify the tools, equipment, adhesives, and other materials commonly used to install wallcoverings.

Describe the basic uses of conventional abrasive blast systems. Recognize and describe the types and sizes of basic blast machines and the functions of their components. Describe the requirements of air and blast hose and hose couplings. Describe the types and sizes of blast nozzles and holders. Describe the basic safety and operating guidelines for conventional blast systems.

Explain why wood should be finished. Describe the characteristics of wood. Recognize open-grain and closed-grain wood surfaces. Name and describe the use of basic wood finishing materials. Demonstrate and/or describe the steps that are involved in the wood finishing process: Sanding and cleaning, Bleaching, Staining, Filling, Sealing, Applying finish coat(s)

Explain the purpose for using each type of decorative finish. Recognize surfaces with decorative finishes applied by glazing. Demonstrate how to make common glaze formulas (recipes). Recognize surfaces with decorative finishes applied by antiquing. Recognize surfaces with decorative finishes applied by gilding. Recognize surfaces with decorative finishes applied by stippling and mottling, and describe the difference between the two methods. Recognize surfaces with decorative finishes applied by marbling and graining, and describe the difference between the two methods. Demonstrate and/or describe how to prepare surfaces for application of the different types of decorative finishes. Use the proper tools needed to achieve special effects when applying different types of decorative finishes. Identify the decorative colors commonly used in marbling and graining.