Required skills

collect organise and understand information related to piano tuning and repair work orders work plans and safety procedures

complete standardized workplace information

work with others and in a team to repair pianos

use prechecking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems and identify tools or equipment faults and take appropriate action

participate in establishing new ideas and work specifications for repairing in pianos

plan and organize activities to avoid any backtracking workflow interruptions rework or wastage including preparation and layout of the worksite and selection of tools and equipment

manage own work performance to

follow OHS and workplace practices

plan and organize work schedules and routines

maintain required production output

assess quality of own work

locate interpret and apply information on piano technology and the use and maintenance of hand and power tools

use hand and power tools to repair pianos

use equipment to maintain and repair hand tools power tools and holding and supporting equipment

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation regulations standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for repairing upright and grand piano actions keys and pedals

organisational and site standards requirements policies and procedures for repairing upright and grand piano actions keys and pedals

reading and interpreting workplace documents including work orders work instructions and operator instructions

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established lines of communication and protocols

types characteristics uses limitations and preparation of materials and equipment used in piano repair and manufacture

types of tools and equipment used to repair actions keys and pedals and procedures for their safe use operation and maintenance

problem identification and resolution

set up and operation of tools and equipment used for repairing actions keys and pedals

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Interpret work order locate materials and use information to complete tasks to repair upright and grand piano actions keys and pedals

Identify tools and equipment used in repairing actions keys and pedals

Select set up and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace practices

Repair a minimum of two actions keys and pedals in both upright and grand pianos

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Communicate and work with others in the work area

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment products and materials to

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods equipment and products

Clean tools equipment and work area

Maintain and repair a range of hand and power tools used in piano repair

Apply OHS practices when using hand and power tools holding and support equipment products and materials including use of personal protective equipment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated workplace environment in accordance with work practices and safety requirements

Assessment is to occur under standard work practices and to comply with legislative and regulatory requirements

The following resources should be made available

hand and power tools used in the repair and manufacture of pianos

materials used in the repair and manufacture of pianos

safety and personal protective equipment

holding and supporting equipment

workplace location or simulated workplace

upright and grand pianos

Method of assessment

Assessment must confirm consistency over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts in application of skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

assessing operational readiness of tools and equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

Assessment must include a variety of project or work activities that allow the candidate to demonstrate competency in the unit

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required knowledge and skills to ensure correct interpretation and application

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

OHS requirements may include:

Legislative requirements may include:

Workplace practices may include:

Tools and equipment may include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Materials may include:

Correct posture may include:

Faulty or damaged parts may include:

Re-centering of action parts may include:

Felts and leathers may include:

Workplace documentation may include: