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

MSFFM3005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Fabricate custom furniture

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFM3005 - Fabricate custom furniture
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers planning, constructing and assembling custom furniture in response to specific orders and job requests.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

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

Access is required to plans, tools and equipment required to fabricate custom furniture.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
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
  • Custom job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity, are determined from job request and customer specifications
  • Construction and assembly sequence are planned
  • Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Suitable work area is selected for the task
  • Preparatory drawings and set-outs for tasks are completed
  • Cutting list for components is developed
  • Materials are selected following work instructions
  • Tools and equipment suitable for construction are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
       
Element: Complete construction
  • Materials are set out and prepared according to work instructions and components are marked according to industry practices
  • Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • Materials are bent and formed in accordance with the plan
  • Components are manufactured and checked against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy
       
Element: Assemble custom furniture
  • Components are assembled and checked against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
  • Doors, drawers and shelves are assembled and fitted
  • Hardware and decorative accessories are applied to specification
  • Product is prepared for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks
  • Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints and customer acceptance determined
       
Element: Finalise operation and maintain equipment
  • Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode
  • Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices
  • Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures
  • Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following 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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Custom job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity, are determined from job request and customer specifications

1.2

Construction and assembly sequence are planned

1.3

Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.5

Suitable work area is selected for the task

1.6

Preparatory drawings and set-outs for tasks are completed

1.7

Cutting list for components is developed

1.8

Materials are selected following work instructions

1.9

Tools and equipment suitable for construction are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

2

Complete construction

2.1

Materials are set out and prepared according to work instructions and components are marked according to industry practices

2.2

Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications

2.3

Materials are bent and formed in accordance with the plan

2.4

Components are manufactured and checked against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy

3

Assemble custom furniture

3.1

Components are assembled and checked against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion

3.2

Doors, drawers and shelves are assembled and fitted

3.3

Hardware and decorative accessories are applied to specification

3.4

Product is prepared for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks

3.5

Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints and customer acceptance determined

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Produce one (1) significant furniture item to customer specifications in terms of dimensions, materials, function and aesthetics using:

custom-developed machining processes and outcomes

custom development and completion of assembly techniques and processes

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of materials most common to furniture production

Interpretation of plan representation of furniture design

Preparation of drawings/set-outs/rods

Identification of hand and/or power tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures

Work flow in relation to furniture production

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Custom job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity, are determined from job request and customer specifications

1.2

Construction and assembly sequence are planned

1.3

Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.5

Suitable work area is selected for the task

1.6

Preparatory drawings and set-outs for tasks are completed

1.7

Cutting list for components is developed

1.8

Materials are selected following work instructions

1.9

Tools and equipment suitable for construction are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

2

Complete construction

2.1

Materials are set out and prepared according to work instructions and components are marked according to industry practices

2.2

Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications

2.3

Materials are bent and formed in accordance with the plan

2.4

Components are manufactured and checked against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy

3

Assemble custom furniture

3.1

Components are assembled and checked against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion

3.2

Doors, drawers and shelves are assembled and fitted

3.3

Hardware and decorative accessories are applied to specification

3.4

Product is prepared for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks

3.5

Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints and customer acceptance determined

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Custom furniture includes:

one-off manufacture in response to specific customer requirements. It does not include variations or modification to a production line item. It covers:

wall units

vanity units

kitchen cabinets

sideboards/buffets

drawer units

display cabinets

counters

tables

beds

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code, and local 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 involves reading and interpreting plans, customer liaison, developing set-outs, using hand and/or power tools, equipment and operating woodworking machinery

competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber domestic furniture, commercial furniture and/or furniture components

Material bending and forming techniques include:

steam and bend

machined curves

Tools and equipment include:

measuring tapes or rulers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand saws

power saws

portable routers and trimmers

power drills/screwdrivers

pneumatic tools, compressor and spray equipment

hoses

clamps

screwdrivers and pincers

Machines include:

band saws

cross-cut saws

mitre saws

panel and rip saws

surface planers

panel planers

shaping machines and jigs

sanders

horizontal borers

vertical drill presses

dovetailers

pedestal grinders

wood-turning lathes

veneer guillotines and presses

Materials include:

timber

adhesives

screws

nails

dowels

metal fasteners

knock-down fittings

glass

decorative finishes and abrasive paper

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, 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
Custom job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity, are determined from job request and customer specifications 
Construction and assembly sequence are planned 
Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Suitable work area is selected for the task 
Preparatory drawings and set-outs for tasks are completed 
Cutting list for components is developed 
Materials are selected following work instructions 
Tools and equipment suitable for construction are identified and checked for safe and effective operation 
Materials are set out and prepared according to work instructions and components are marked according to industry practices 
Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications 
Materials are bent and formed in accordance with the plan 
Components are manufactured and checked against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy 
Components are assembled and checked against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion 
Doors, drawers and shelves are assembled and fitted 
Hardware and decorative accessories are applied to specification 
Product is prepared for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks 
Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints and customer acceptance determined 
Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 
Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices 
Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures 
Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFFM3005 - Fabricate custom furniture
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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFFM3005 - Fabricate custom furniture

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