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

MSFFM3008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select timbers for furniture production

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFM3008 - Select timbers for furniture production
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers selecting suitable timbers for use in production by applying knowledge of timber technology.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 a range of timber and moisture content measuring devices.
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: Determine timber requirement
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Structural requirements for timbers are determined from workplace documentation
  • Timber is assessed for suitability in accordance with selection criteria
  • Written report is prepared substantiating selection of timber
       
Element: Evaluate timber selected
  • Other materials which may be incorporated into furnishing item are identified and compatibility factors to be considered are recorded for inclusion in production plans
  • Moisture content of timber selected is determined to ensure compliance with production requirements
  • Density and working properties of timber are determined to ensure compliance with production requirements
  • Any faults or features in the timber are identified and strategies are suggested to overcome/minimise their effects
  • Recommendations on any changes to appropriate finishes and adhesives are recorded for inclusion in production plans
       


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

Determine timber requirement

1.1

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

1.2

Structural requirements for timbers are determined from workplace documentation

1.3

Timber is assessed for suitability in accordance with selection criteria

1.4

Written report is prepared substantiating selection of timber

2

Evaluate timber selected

2.1

Other materials which may be incorporated into furnishing item are identified and compatibility factors to be considered are recorded for inclusion in production plans

2.2

Moisture content of timber selected is determined to ensure compliance with production requirements

2.3

Density and working properties of timber are determined to ensure compliance with production requirements

2.4

Any faults or features in the timber are identified and strategies are suggested to overcome/minimise their effects

2.5

Recommendations on any changes to appropriate finishes and adhesives are recorded for inclusion in production plans

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

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

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

From a range of ten (10) common furniture species samples, identify the species correctly, match it to a specified application and justify the choice

Correctly identify natural and seasoning faults in selected timbers

Use a moisture meter to measure the moisture content in a minimum of three (3) samples, including one (1) hard and one (1) soft timber

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

Characteristics and uses of a range of available indigenous and overseas timber

Commonly used complementary materials and their compatibility when used in conjunction with others

Impact of climate and workshop conditions on timbers

Timber seasoning methods, techniques and faults

Solid timber conversion techniques

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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

Determine timber requirement

1.1

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

1.2

Structural requirements for timbers are determined from workplace documentation

1.3

Timber is assessed for suitability in accordance with selection criteria

1.4

Written report is prepared substantiating selection of timber

2

Evaluate timber selected

2.1

Other materials which may be incorporated into furnishing item are identified and compatibility factors to be considered are recorded for inclusion in production plans

2.2

Moisture content of timber selected is determined to ensure compliance with production requirements

2.3

Density and working properties of timber are determined to ensure compliance with production requirements

2.4

Any faults or features in the timber are identified and strategies are suggested to overcome/minimise their effects

2.5

Recommendations on any changes to appropriate finishes and adhesives are recorded for inclusion in production plans

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.

Furnishing items include:

solid timber furniture

upholstered furniture and occasional items

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

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

Timbers include:

indigenous and overseas timbers

softwood

hardwood

Selection criteria includes:

aesthetic appeal

shape

volumes required and characteristics

Working properties include:

hardness

strength and brittleness

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
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Structural requirements for timbers are determined from workplace documentation 
Timber is assessed for suitability in accordance with selection criteria 
Written report is prepared substantiating selection of timber 
Other materials which may be incorporated into furnishing item are identified and compatibility factors to be considered are recorded for inclusion in production plans 
Moisture content of timber selected is determined to ensure compliance with production requirements 
Density and working properties of timber are determined to ensure compliance with production requirements 
Any faults or features in the timber are identified and strategies are suggested to overcome/minimise their effects 
Recommendations on any changes to appropriate finishes and adhesives are recorded for inclusion in production plans 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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