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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. |
What can a small furniture item include? | A small furniture item from timber can include: small decorative box, with or without a lidwooden photo albumsimple stool/ chairshelvingCD rackchopping boardsimple table. |
What are the work instructions? | Work instructions may include:job sheetspatternsplansdrawings and sketchesverbal or illustrated directions from supervisornumber and type of objects to be producedquality requirements.OH&S requirementsenvironmental requirements |
What can OH&S requirements include? | OH&S requirements may include:equipment safety instructionshazardous and dangerous goods codeslocal safe operating proceduresspecific workplace rules regarding personal protective wear and equipment. |
What can a suitable work area include? | A suitable work area may include: workbenchdesk or tableworkshopshedfloor suitable for layout and assembly |
What can appropriate tools, equipment and materials include? | Appropriate tools will vary according to the project, but may include: manual sawjigsawhacksawclamphammermalletscrew driverpunchpliers and pincersfilemiter cutter90 degree anglestaple gunpaintbrushragsmeasuring tapes/ rulersspirit levelbevelchiselAppropriate equipment could include: electric sawelectric sanderelectric screw driverpower drillspanel lanershorizontal borersvertical drill pressespedestal grinderspencils and marking devicesbladeslathesAppropriate materials could include: timbermanufactured boardsadhesivesscrewsnailsboltsgluehinges and metal fastenerssteelplasticssandpapersprimerspaints and stains. |
What potential hazards include? | Potential hazards may include: broken or faulty equipmentunnoticed sharp objectspoor lightinginadequate ventilationinadequate attention to the activities of otherselectrical shortages and power overloaddisorganised or cluttered workspace (poor housekeeping)poor attention when dealing with tools and equipment.environmental chemicals, heat, dust, noise, gas and oil. |
What could records include? | Records could include: plant and maintenance recordsjob cardscheck sheetsreporting requirementsdocumenting equipment and/or material defectsWorkplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment.equipment booking forms and recordsattendance records. |
What could specifications include? | Specifications could include: measurements and dimensionsshapejoining methodssurface finish, for example paint, varnish etc.quality standardmaterials to be used |
What is involved in making sure edges and surfaces are prepared? | Preparing edges and surfaces could include:filingsandingbeveling. |
What is involved in making sure timber pieces are joined? | Joining timber pieces could include attaching pieces together with:nailsscrewsgluestaples. |
What is involved in making sure non-conformities are rectified? | Rectifying non-conformities could involve: disassembly of the furniture itemreshaping /resizing or re-cutting component materialsreassembly. |
What is involved in making sure work is finished? | Finishing work can include: sandingprimingpaintingsealingstainingdecorating. |
What documentation could be relevant? | Documentation could include: completing necessary paperworkcommunicating with supervisor that you have completed the taskphotographing the finisher piecefiling necessary paperwork. |