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

LMFUP3008B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply finishing techniques to upholstered furniture

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFUP3008B - Apply finishing techniques to upholstered furniture
Description This unit covers the competency to hand finish upholstered furniture by the application of concealed and decorative finishing techniques.
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: Prepare for work
  • Job requirement is identified from work order or other instructions which will include any special requirements for finishing
  • Required materials, upholstered components to be finished and appropriate tools and equipment are identified from work order
  • Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Items to be finished are assembled in an appropriate work area and inspected for appropriate quality
  • Appropriate tools, equipment and finishing materials and hardware are selected
       
Element: Apply finishing techniques
  • Finishing techniques are applied in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Problems are notified following workplace procedures
  • Finished upholstered item is inspected against work requirement with unsatisfactory finish being redirected for reworking
       
Element: Complete work
  • Finished work is package/stored/tagged and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures
  • Any required documentation is completed and processed following workplace procedures
  • Tools and equipment used are cleaned, maintained as required and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Work area is cleaned with waste and scrap being removed/recycled in accordance with workplace procedures
       


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

Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials

Identify materials used and any special sewing requirements for the materials to be sewn

Interpret work order, copy samples and locate and apply relevant information

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:

hand sew at least two different items of upholstered furniture using differing sewing techniques, such as cushion mouth and outback

apply two other finishing techniques to items of upholstered furniture, one concealed and one decorative

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Appropriate sewing equipment, hardware, fabrics, work order, workplace information including work procedures.

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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 work orders, basic plans 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 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 and estimate material requirements

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

use the limited workplace technology related to the finishing of upholstered furniture

Required knowledge

work requirements including workplace standards

identification of techniques and procedures for the finishing processes

fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures

methods to be used with different fabric types

design features of the upholstered items in relation to the finishing techniques to be used

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

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

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the finishing of upholstered furniture

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

Finishing techniques

Finishing techniques may be:

decorative techniques which include, but are not limited to:

braiding

gimping

close and open studding

single and double piping and banding

concealed techniques which include, but are not limited to:

straight edge

shark's teeth

hand sewing techniques, which may be used in both decorative and concealed finishing. These include, but are not limited to:

flange cord

cord and ruching

the closure of items such as cushions

external backs of upholstered furnishings

Tools and equipment may include:

a range of needles and threads

tack hammers

hammers and hot melt glue gun

Materials to be used in finishing items may include but are not limited to:

fabrics

leather

upholstery nails

gimping

metal trim

piping and vinyl

Personal protective equipment

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

safety glasses/goggles,

hair nets,

ear muffs/plugs,

gloves

footwear and protective clothing

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery and use of tools and equipment

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

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

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
Job requirement is identified from work order or other instructions which will include any special requirements for finishing 
Required materials, upholstered components to be finished and appropriate tools and equipment are identified from work order 
Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Items to be finished are assembled in an appropriate work area and inspected for appropriate quality 
Appropriate tools, equipment and finishing materials and hardware are selected 
Finishing techniques are applied in accordance with workplace procedures 
Problems are notified following workplace procedures 
Finished upholstered item is inspected against work requirement with unsatisfactory finish being redirected for reworking 
Finished work is package/stored/tagged and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures 
Any required documentation is completed and processed following workplace procedures 
Tools and equipment used are cleaned, maintained as required and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 
Work area is cleaned with waste and scrap being removed/recycled in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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