This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to mount artwork to substrates prior to framing. It includes dry and wet mounting, pressure rolling, laminating and hinging of artwork. Frames may be for artworks, documents, textiles or three dimensional (3D) items.

This unit applies to picture framers completing work according to a pre-determined frame design.

No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.

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List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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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
Read work order and identify mounting requirements
Assess artwork to determine the most appropriate mounting process, including the composition of substrate and fixing materials
Identify and observe quality assurance requirements are identified and observed throughout the process in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices
Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work
Select tools and equipment suited to the type of mounting and check for quality, serviceability and safety prior to use
Accurately measure and cut materials to size, and assemble in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
Position fixing agents in accordance with workplace procedures
Set up mounting equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices
Position artwork in accordance with job requirements
Prepare and apply required adhesives based on type and composition of artwork
Operate mounting equipment safely and in accordance with manufacturer instructions
Inspect mounted artwork for compliance with quality and work order requirements and rectify any deficiencies
Mark completed work for identification and store in accordance with workplace procedures
Identify and store items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish
Accurately complete required workplace documentation
Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
Read work order and identify mounting requirements
Assess artwork to determine the most appropriate mounting process, including the composition of substrate and fixing materials
Identify and observe quality assurance requirements are identified and observed throughout the process in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices
Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work
Select tools and equipment suited to the type of mounting and check for quality, serviceability and safety prior to use
Accurately measure and cut materials to size, and assemble in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
Position fixing agents in accordance with workplace procedures

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFPF2011 - Mount artwork

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFPF2011 - Mount artwork

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