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Career Guidance Skills handling and moving S6.7 - using hand tools S6.7.3 - smoothing surfaces of objects or equipment Sand between coats
Description
Smoothen the surface of a workpiece by sanding it in between applying coats in order to obtain a clear, stronger coat.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 3 occupations
- Optional in 2 occupations
- Total: 5 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 7 (Craft and related trades workers)
Essential for
- Construction painterConstruction painters paint the interior and exterior of buildings and other structures. They may use standard latex based paints or specialised paints for decorative effect or pro…
- Lacquer spray gun operatorLacquer spray gun operators operate lacquer spray guns designed to provide otherwise finished metal, wooden or plastic workpieces with a hard, durable finishing coat, through lacqu…
- Surface treatment operatorSurface treatment operators apply chemicals and paint to the material surface in order to protect against corrosion. They calculate the materials needed for surface protection. Oth…
Optional for
- Construction painting supervisorA construction painting supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing painting projects within the construction industry. They play a crucial role in ensurin…
- Transport equipment painterTransport equipment painters use painting machines and hand tools to coat individual parts and to paint the surface of all types of transport equipment such as cars, buses, boats,……
Related skills
- Coating substances
- Dispose of hazardous waste
- Keep records of work progress
- Work ergonomically
- Ensure equipment availability
- Mix paint
- Blast surface
- Types of paint
- Apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
- Follow safety procedures when working at heights
- Operate rust proofing spray gun
- Prepare surface for painting
- Recognise signs of corrosion
Last updated on February 18, 2026
