Required skills

collect organise and understand information related to hand and power toolsbasic static machines 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

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

use prechecking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems avoid reworking and wastage

use workplace technology related to the operation and maintenance of hand and power toolsbasic static machines

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches

Required knowledge

types characteristics uses limitations and maintenance requirements of hand tools commonly used in furniture finishing operations

types characteristics uses limitations and maintenance requirements of power tools and basic static machines commonly used in furniture finishing operations

OHS requirements and legislation

workflow within the workplace

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 sector hand and power toolsbasic static machines

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 hand power tools and basic static machines as listed in the Range Statement

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications

Furniture polishing sector hand and power toolsbasic static machines and materials used in the finishing of furniture

Method of Assessment

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

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

Assessment should be conducted over time and should be in conjunction with assessment of other 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

Unit context

Hand tools for furniture polishing are to include:

Hand tools for furniture polishing may also include:

Power tools for furniture polishing are to include:

Fixed/static machinery for furniture polishing are to include:

Fault reporting

Personal protective equipment

Information and procedures