The following badges are currently available for the Painting Trades
Badge
Description
Authorized Issuers
Basic Tools and Materials: Knowledge and Skill Badge
These credentials signify mastery of the Knowledge-based elements and proficiency in the Skills-based elements of the Painting – Basic Tools and Materials competency framework.
11.2 Painting Hand Tools – Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of common hand tools used in the painting process, other than Brushes and Rollers
11.3 Painting Power Tools – Demonstrate basic knowledge and proper use of common power tools related to painting
11.4 Substrate Materials – Demonstrate knowledge of common substrate materials and surface conditions found in painting
11.5 Solid Coatings – Demonstrate knowledge of common solid coatings and their use
11.6 Drywall Finish Levels – Identify the different levels of gypsum board finish as defined by industry specifications
11.7 Drywall Textures – Identify different drywall finish textures
A more detailed description of competencies and the related knowledge and Skills elements can be found under the Competency Framework Link
TradeSkillsU.com
Taping, Masking, & Site Prep: Knowledge and Skill Badge
These credentials signify mastery of the Knowledge-based elements and proficiency in the Skills-based elements of the Painting – Taping, Masking, & Site Prep competency framework.
11.8 Taping and Masking – Demonstrate knowledge of and perform the necessary steps and methods when taping and masking surfaces in preparation for paint
11.9 Site Protection – Demonstrate knowledge of proper site protection and cleaning procedures as it relates to job quality
A more detailed description of competencies and the related knowledge and Skills elements can be found under the Competency Framework Link
TradeSkillsU.com
Basic Surface Prep: Knowledge and Skill Badge
These credentials signify mastery of the Knowledge-based elements and proficiency in the Skills-based elements of the Basic Surface Prep competency framework.
11.10 Sanding Tools – Demonstrate knowledge of and proper use of sanding tools and materials
11.11 Caulking – Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of tools and materials to apply caulk
11.12 Spackle – Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of tools and materials to apply spackle
A more detailed description of competencies and the related knowledge and Skills elements can be found under the Competency Framework Link
TradeSkillsU.com
Rolling and Brushing: Knowledge and Skill Badge
These credentials signify mastery of the Knowledge-based elements and proficiency in the Skills-based elements of the Basic Surface Prep competency framework.
11.13 Brushing – Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of specific tools and materials when applying coatings with brushes
11.14 Rolling – Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of specific tools and materials when applying coatings with rollers
11.15 Brush & roller care – Demonstrate ability to properly clean and store paint brushes, rollers and roller covers including the proper disposal of waste paint, solvents, and wastewater.
A more detailed description of competencies and the related knowledge and Skills elements can be found under the Competency Framework Link
