Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work
- reasons for de-framing the item
- parts of the framed item or the original framing materials to be retained
- its composition, condition and type of construction
- production techniques
- type of and the fixing and fasteners used
- de-framing and restoration procedures
- Tools and equipment are selected to match construction and fastener type and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work in terms of quality, serviceability and safety
- Safe and suitable work area is selected/prepared to de-frame, sort and protect the items
- Dismantling sequence and handling techniques are determined
- De-frame artwork
- Original frame assembly is dismantled to the extent required in the work instructions using appropriate tools and procedures
- Labels, fasteners and attachments are removed and stored
- Components are separated, protected, tagged and stored following workplace procedures
- Condition of de-framed object is examined and noted for the work order
- Relevant historical information is collated and filed
- Clean work area and complete operations