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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for work
  2. Complete construction
  3. Finalise operation

Required Skills

Required skills

collect organise and understand information related to furniture design interpretation work orders plans 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 and the obtaining of equipment and materials 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 calculate area and estimate material requirements

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

use the limited workplace technology related to the production including tools equipment and measuring devices

Required knowledge

the types characteristics uses and limitations of solid timbers most common to furniture production

the interpretation of plan representation of furniture design

the preparation of drawingssetoutsrods and geometrical concepts

identification of hand andor power tools materials equipment processes and procedures

workflow in relation to furniture production

Evidence Required

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

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

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

Follow work instructions operating procedures and inspection processes to

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Produce a minimum of two significant timber products which must include

one curved cabinet with rails and

one item involving oval design using traditional construction methods and jointing

Conduct operator maintenance on machines and related tools and equipment

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications

Access to plans hand andor power tools equipment cauls and jigs woodworking machinery materials and a work area

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 may 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


Range Statement

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.

Furniture

Manufactured solid timber furniture is to include, at a minimum, angular structures and curved cabinets incorporating rails and oval design

Material bending and forming techniques are to include:

steam/heat and bend

and groove and bend

Unit scope

Work involves reading and interpreting plans, developing set-outs, preparing and using jigs, templates and shaped cauls, using hand and/or power tools and equipment and operating woodworking machinery

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

Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber domestic furniture, commercial furniture and/or furniture components

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:

measuring tapes or rulers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand saws

power saws

power drills/screwdrivers

pneumatic tools

clamps

screwdrivers

pincers

Machines may include, but are not limited to:

band saws

cross cut saws

mitre saws

panel and rip saws

surface planers

panel planers

belt sanders

horizontal borers

vertical

drill presses

dovetailers

pedestal grinders

wood turning lathes

veneer guillotines and presses

Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:

timber

adhesives

screws

nails

dowels

knockdown fittings

glass

decorative finishes

abrasive paper and finishing materials

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