• LMFFM2001B - Use furniture making sector hand and power tools

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LMFFM2001B
Use furniture making sector hand and power tools

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit covers the competency to use hand and power tools in applications relating to the furniture making sector of the furnishing industry

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Prerequisites

Nil


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical Aspects of Evidence

Locate and apply relevant information related to hand and power tools

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, tools, equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to and during use of the range of hand and power tools stipulated in the range statement

Carry out operator maintenance on hand and power tools, including the grinding of:

chisels

hard plane blades or irons

drill bits

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications

Furniture making sector hand and power tools. Materials used in the manufacturing and/or installation of furnishing products.

Method of Assessment

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to hand and power tools, work orders, maintenance systems and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage

use workplace technology related to the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools

Required knowledge

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of hand tools commonly used in furniture production

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of power tools commonly used in furniture production

workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation

workflow within the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Hand tools for furniture making are to include, but not be limited to:

hand planes

chisels

hand saws

spokeshave

hammer

mallet

marking-out tools

files

rasps

scraper

screwdrivers and hand drill

Power tools for furniture making are to include, but not be limited to:

drop saw

circular power saw

planer

drill

jig saw

router

trimmer

biscuit machine

brad/nail and staple gun and sanders

Unit scope

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to perform work tasks which should include dressing materials, cutting joints, finishing surfaces, cutting straight and compound angles, jointing materials, edge trimming and the basic grinding of cutting tools

Unit context

OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Fault reporting

Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools may be verbal or written

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Types of hand and power tools and their functions identified 
Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Sources of power supply recognised 
Hand tools selected are consistent with needs of the job 
Selected hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any faults reported to supervisor 
Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable 
Material is located and held in position for hand tool application 
Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their intended use 
Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use 
Power tools are selected consistent with needs of the job in accordance with conventional work practice 
Power tools are visually checked for serviceability and safety in accordance with OH&S requirements and any faults reported to supervisor 
Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool application as applicable 
Material is located and held in position for power tool application as applicable 
Power tools are safely and effectively used in application processes 
Power tools are safely located when not in use 
All tools are cleaned, maintained and stored 
Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored 
Work area is cleared and waste removed 

Forms

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