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Title / Repaint roadmarkings with an A-type applicator
Level / 3 / Credits / 15
Purpose / People credited with this unit standard are able to: prepare for repainting roadmarkings; repaint roadmarkings using an A-type applicator; communicate within the roadmarking operation; and shut down roadmarking plant, clear the site, and document operations.
Classification / Infrastructure Works> Roadmarking
Available grade / Achieved
Entry information
Prerequisites / Unit 18045, Prepare an A-type applicator for roadmarking,or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
Guidance Information
1The requirements within the following legislation and regulations applying to roadmarking operations must be complied with as appropriate for the context of assessment against this unit standard:
Employment Relations Act 2000;
Health and Safety at Work Act 2015;
Hazardous substances and New Organisms Act 1996; and associated regulations;
Accident Compensation Act 2001;
Resource Management Act 1991;
Traffic Regulations 1976;
all available at
2The requirements within the following codes of practice and guidelines applying to roadmarking operations must be complied with as appropriate for the context of assessment against this unit standard:
Codes of practice and checklists published by the NewZealand Roadmarkers Federation, available at
New Zealand Transport Agency’sprincipal external manuals, manual amendments, specific examples include:
Code of Practice for Temporary Traffic Management (COPTTM),
New Zealand Transport Agency’s Technical documents NZTA C1, NZTA M07, NZTA M12, NZTA M13, NZTA M20, NZTA P 14, NZTA P 30, NZTA P 22, NZTA T4, NZTA/NZRF T8, NZTA T12, NZTA T18, Quality Standard TQS1, Quality Standard TQS2, Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices (TCD Rule), Manual of Traffic Signs and Markings: Part 2, available from
Approved codes of practice and guidelines relevant to specific work activities an example being the Approved Code of Practice for the Management of Substances Hazardous to Health in the Place of Work (MOSHH), available from Worksafe New Zealand at
3Assessment against this unit standard must take place in a workplace environment. Assessment parameters will be dependent on company and site-specific equipment, procedures, and practices.
4Definitions
Company requirements include the policy, procedures, and methodologies of the company. They include requirements in company and site health, safety and environmental plans, quality assurance documents, job plans, and contract work and reporting documents.
Contract specifications include plans, diagrams, and special technical conditions. They do not include special administrative conditions.
Manufacturer’s instructions may include specifications, installation, handling and maintenance instructions use and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Plant and machinery supplier instructions may include specifications, fitting, installation, handling, repairs, maintenance, safe operating procedures and instructions for use.
Road Controlling Authority (RCA)in relation to a road, means the Minister of Transport, Crown entities, State enterprises, or territorial authorities that control the road.
Traffic Management Plan (TMP) is a document describing the design, implementation, maintenance and removal of temporary traffic management.
Truck Loading Code is the code of practice for the safety of loads and load security on heavy vehicles, for heavy transport operators. It includes both general and specialised requirements. ISBN: 047306104X, author Land Transport Safety Authority.
5This unit standard refers to A-type applicators. For the purpose of assessment, operator-mounted applicators suitable for applying longitudinal markings commonly referred to as B1-type applicators would also meet the assessment requirements of this unit standard. For B-type applicators refer to Unit 18048, Prepare a B-type paint applicator for roadmarking.
6Candidates must hold a driver licence of the appropriate class for the gross vehicle mass of the vehicle being driven and marking materials being applied.
7Performance criterion 4.2 may be assessed against using a simulated scenario.
Outcomes and performance criteria
Outcome 1
Prepare for repainting roadmarkings.
Performance criteria
1.1Personal protective equipment is fitted and worn in accordance with company requirements.
1.2Equipment is set up for marking to tolerances specified in NZTA P22.
Rangemarking includes but is not limited to – edge line, centre line, double lines, continuity dots;
equipment – pointers, paint computers (where fitted), driving mirrors.
Outcome 2
Repaint roadmarkings using an A-type applicator.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – operating on left and right sides of the vehicle, marking straight and curved lines, continuous and intermittent.
Performance criteria
2.1A-type applicator is operated in accordance with TMP and RCA requirements.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – use of arrow-boards; entry and egress of applicator; placement of cones, signs, and other delineation devices.
2.2A-type applicator is operated in accordance with section 9 of theNew Zealand Roadmarkers Federation’s Safety, Health and Environment Guide.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – commencement of marking, temporary halts, cessation of marking.
2.3Paint and beads are applied to existing roadmarkings in accordance with company requirements, with given dry film parameters, and within the location and dimension tolerances of NZTA P22.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to longitudinal markings – more than 150m in length, edge lines, centre lines, no-passing lines, double lines.
2.4Specific tasks related to the job re carried out in accordance with the company requirements and plant and machinery supplier instructions.
Rangerequirements may include – calibration, process control, adjustments, product information as specified by the client or company.
Outcome 3
Communicate within the roadmarking operation.
Performance criteria
3.1Communication is maintained with company personnel in accordance with company requirements and contract specifications.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – work sequence and methodology, any emergency procedures.
3.2Communication is maintained with parties involved in the roadmarking operation in accordance with company requirements and contract specifications.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – sub-contractors, client or client’s representative, company management.
3.3Communication is maintained with the public in accordance with company requirements and contract specifications.
3.4Communication is maintained with pilot vehicle(s) in accordance with company and TMP requirements.
3.5Communication is maintained during mobile operations in accordance with the TMP and temporary traffic management requirements.
Outcome 4
Shut down roadmarking plant, clear the site, and document operations.
Performance criteria
4.1Plant is shut down in accordance with machinery manufacturer’s instructions, company requirements, and the New Zealand Roadmarkers Federation’s Safety, Health and Environment Guide.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – paint system, auxiliary motor (where fitted), left-hand drive, pointers, driving mirrors.
4.2Emergency shutdown is demonstrated in accordance with company safety plan.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to –paint spill, burst hose.
4.3Site is cleared and equipment and materials are secured for travel in accordance with company requirements and the Truck Loading Code.
4.4Materials diary is completed in accordance with contract specifications and company requirements.
Rangeincludes but is not limited to – paint and bead type, quantities, location and extent of markings.
Replacement information / This unit standard, unit standard 18045, and unit standard 18047 replaced unit standard 15929.Planned review date / 31 December 2022
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process / Version / Date / Last Date for AssessmentRegistration / 1 / 13 February 2001 / 31 December 2018
Review / 2 / 22 September 2005 / 31 December 2018
Review / 3 / 20 April 2017 / N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference / 0101
This CMR can be accessed at
Comments on this unit standard
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Infrastructure ITOSSB Code 101813 / New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2018