Paperhanger Building & Related Trades Workers

Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.

Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.

Cover floors, ceiling, skirting boards and any other surfaces with various materials such as plastic or textile to keep them from being damaged or stained when performing construction or renovation …

Stretch a line covered in fine, non-staining chalk between two points and snap it against a surface to produce a straight line.

Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.

Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.

Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

Apply wallpaper paste evenly, usually onto the wallpaper. Lay out the wallpaper and paste it. Fold the wallpaper over itself without creasing to facilitate the hanging. Let the paper soak …

Use large scissors or other cutting implements to cut wallpaper to size. Mark the paper where it is to be cut, leaving extra space where appropriate. Mark or crease the …

Hang a pasted and soaked piece of wallpaper on the wall. Mark a straight line on the wall and hang the top piece of the paper. Unfold the rest of …

Create wallpaper paste from flakes. Use the correct proportions based on manufacturer's instructions and circumstances. Mix well to create a smooth paste.

Make sure the wall is prepared for papering. Remove any dirt, grease, or debris. Make sure the wall is smooth and dry. Coat plaster or other porous material with a …

Remove existent wallpaper, or traces of it, from a wall without damaging the wall. Use one or several techniques and tools, including putty knife for peeling, scoring tool for perforating …

Various types of wallpaper such as woven and non-woven, glass fibre reinforced, and pattern wallpaper and the procedures to hang them.

Recommended Books

1 book

Wall Paper

George Whiteley Ward

2023

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

Varieties of paint and chemicals used in their composition.

Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.

Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.

Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.

Demonstrate how to use a product in a correct and safe manner, provide customers with information on the product's main features and benefits, explain operation, correct use and maintenance. Persuade …

Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these …

File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.

Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.

Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.

Use brushes and rollers to apply a coat of paint to a prepared surface evenly and without leaving drops.

Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.

Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if …

Use different types of drywall sanders, automatic or manual, handheld or on an extension, to sand surfaces to a smooth finish or to rough them up for better adhesion.

Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible …

Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.

Disassemble, clean, and reassemble paint sprayers and other vehicle painting equipment.

Thoroughly mix different types of paint manually or mechanically. Start from basic paints or from powder and mix in water or chemicals. Check the consistency of the resulting mixture.

Seal the joints between panels of drywall. Fill the tapered edges of the panels with joint compound and press joint tape into the compound. Let dry and cover with one …