Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMFUP2001B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use upholstery sector hand and power tools

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFUP2001B - Use upholstery sector hand and power tools
Description This unit covers the competency to use hand and power tools in applications relating to the upholstery sector of the furnishing industry.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify hand and power tools
  • Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified
  • Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Sources of and access to power supply are recognised
       
Element: Select hand tools
  • Hand tools selected are consistent with needs of the job
  • Selected hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable
       
Element: Use hand tools
  • Material is located and held in position for hand tool application
  • Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their intended use
  • Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use
       
Element: Select power tools
  • Power tools are selected consistent with needs of the job in accordance with conventional work practice
  • Power tools are visually checked for serviceability/safety in accordance with OHS requirements and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool application as applicable
       
Element: Use power tools
  • Material is located and held in position for power tool application as applicable
  • Power tools are safely and effectively used in application processes
  • Power tools are switched off and positioned safely when not in use
       
Element: Clean up work area and tools
  • All tools are cleaned, maintained and stored
  • Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored
  • Documentation is completed in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • Work area is cleared and waste removed
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 tools

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment before, during and after use of hand and power tools

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:

identify each of the upholstery sector hand and power tools

indicate their applications and limitations

effectively and safely use them in their appropriate role in the workplace environment

maintain and safely store them

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Furniture upholstery sector hand and power tools and materials.

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 which together form a part of the job role.

Context of assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to hand and power tools, work orders, maintenance systems and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with work supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the work area to avoid any backtracking, 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 and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems, avoid re-working and wastage

use workplace technology related to the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools

Required knowledge

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of hand tools commonly used in furniture upholstery production

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of power tools commonly used in furniture upholstery production

workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation

workflow within the workplace

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.

Unit context

This unit covers work involving the use of hand and power tools in applications relating to the upholstery sector of the furnishing industry

OHS requirements include legislation, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks

Hand tools for furniture upholstery are to include:

shears/scissors

tape measure

rulers

staple remover

pincers

side cutters

pliers

hammer

screwdrivers and magnetic tack hammer

Hand tools for furniture upholstery may also include:

button press and cutters

knife (retractable blade)

needles (bag

buttoning

regulator)

drills

web strainer

ripping chisel

web pliers

bolt cutters

rotating hole punch

saws

hand planes

files and rasps

sockets

adjustable spanners

vices

clamps

wood chisels

nail punch

wire bender

seam stretcher

pipe/tube bender

stud press

pop rivet gun

no-sag spring benders (for shapes and ends)

hand ventilation setter

foam slicer

white rubber mallet

no-sag guillotine

soft tipped mallet

stuffing iron tack remover

cross pane hammer and tin snips

Power tools - including pneumatic tools

Power tools for furniture upholstery include:

spray adhesive system

staple gun

drills and screwdrivers

fabric cutter

nail gun

hot melt glue gun

buttoning machine

circular saw

drop saw

band saw

silicone cartridge gun

drill press

grinder

hot knife

electric iron

lacquer spray gun

knife fabric cutters (circular and straight)

electric/pneumatic foam cutter

planers and sanders

Fault reporting

Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools may be verbal or written in conformance with workplace procedures

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. It may include:

safety goggles/glasses

hair net

ear muffs/plugs

gloves

footwear

overalls/apron

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified 
Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Sources of and access to power supply are recognised 
Hand tools selected are consistent with needs of the job 
Selected hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures 
Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable 
Material is located and held in position for hand tool application 
Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their intended use 
Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use 
Power tools are selected consistent with needs of the job in accordance with conventional work practice 
Power tools are visually checked for serviceability/safety in accordance with OHS requirements and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures 
Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool application as applicable 
Material is located and held in position for power tool application as applicable 
Power tools are safely and effectively used in application processes 
Power tools are switched off and positioned safely when not in use 
All tools are cleaned, maintained and stored 
Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored 
Documentation is completed in accordance with enterprise procedures 
Work area is cleared and waste removed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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