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

MSFFM4003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Produce curved and shaped components for custom furniture

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFM4003 - Produce curved and shaped components for custom furniture
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture in a wide variety of furniture maker operations. It applies to a work room and on-site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a highly skilled craftsman or artisan level.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 realistic curved and shaped component tasks, materials and equipment relevant to production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture, and specifications and work instructions.
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
  • Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture are verified and complied with
  • Instructions or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks
  • Production materials are identified, evaluated and selected
  • Tools and equipment are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • Techniques for bending, forming and shaping components are identified, evaluated and selected for the particular applications
  • Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of construction
  • Quality checking procedures are developed and documented for each step in the production process
       
Element: Complete construction
  • Component specifications are set out according to work instructions and materials marked according to industry practices
  • Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • Material bending, forming and shaping are undertaken in accordance with the production plan
  • Components are checked against specified tolerances, fit and accuracy
       
Element: Finalise the work sequence
  • The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification
  • Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification
  • Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed
       


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

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture are verified and complied with

1.2

Instructions or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks

1.3

Production materials are identified, evaluated and selected

1.4

Tools and equipment are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

1.5

Techniques for bending, forming and shaping components are identified, evaluated and selected for the particular applications

1.6

Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of construction

1.7

Quality checking procedures are developed and documented for each step in the production process

2

Complete construction

2.1

Component specifications are set out according to work instructions and materials marked according to industry practices

2.2

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

2.3

Material bending, forming and shaping are undertaken in accordance with the production plan

2.4

Components are checked against specified tolerances, fit and accuracy

3

Finalise the work sequence

3.1

The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification

3.2

Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification

3.3

Work area is cleared and waste removed

3.4

Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed

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

Produce a minimum of six (6) significant timber curved components, five (5) from solid timber and one (1) using ply:

one (1) involving shaping from solid timber using hand techniques

one (1) involving shaping from solid timber using machine techniques

one (1) involving laminating

one (1) involving use of heat/steam

one (1) involving other techniques

items must demonstrate appropriate design, use of materials and strength for purpose

Conduct operator maintenance on machines and related tools and equipment

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

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture

Techniques for timber bending, forming and shaping

Types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of solid timbers commonly used in furniture production

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations on hand and power tools used in timber bending, forming and shaping

Interpretation of plan representations of furniture design

Techniques for the preparation of drawings/set-outs/rods and geometrical concepts

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Work flow within the workplace

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

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture are verified and complied with

1.2

Instructions or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks

1.3

Production materials are identified, evaluated and selected

1.4

Tools and equipment are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

1.5

Techniques for bending, forming and shaping components are identified, evaluated and selected for the particular applications

1.6

Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of construction

1.7

Quality checking procedures are developed and documented for each step in the production process

2

Complete construction

2.1

Component specifications are set out according to work instructions and materials marked according to industry practices

2.2

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

2.3

Material bending, forming and shaping are undertaken in accordance with the production plan

2.4

Components are checked against specified tolerances, fit and accuracy

3

Finalise the work sequence

3.1

The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification

3.2

Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification

3.3

Work area is cleared and waste removed

3.4

Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed

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.

Curved components include:

curved timber components produced by:

laminating

coopering

steam bending

saw kerfing

Shaped components include:

timber shaped by hand or static machine tools

Instructions include:

workplace instructions regarding techniques, materials, tools and equipment required in the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture

workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment

workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

Materials include:

timber

plywood

medium density fibreboard (MDF)

veneer

plastic laminate

sheet metal

adhesives

screws

nails

dowels

decorative finishes

abrasive paper

finishing materials

Tools and equipment include:

measuring tapes or rules

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand and power saws

power drills/screwdrivers

pneumatic tools, compressor and spray equipment

clamps

screwdrivers

pincers

rasps

Machines include:

band saws

cross-cut saws

mitre saws

panel and rip saws

surface planers

panel planers

belt sanders

horizontal borers

vertical drill presses

dove-tailers

pedestal grinders

wood-turning lathes

veneer guillotines

presses

Material bending, forming and shaping techniques include:

steam ending

laminating

coopering

saw kerfing

hand shaping

machine shaping

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

the use of personal protective equipment and clothing

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Procedures include:

work instructions

standard operating procedures

verbal, written or computer-based procedures

Organisational requirements include:

legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

ethical standards

recording and reporting

access and equity principles and practices

equipment use, maintenance and storage

environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

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
Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the production of curved and shaped components for custom furniture are verified and complied with 
Instructions or plans are read and interpreted to identify process required to complete work tasks 
Production materials are identified, evaluated and selected 
Tools and equipment are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition 
Techniques for bending, forming and shaping components are identified, evaluated and selected for the particular applications 
Sequence of work is planned, including the starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of construction 
Quality checking procedures are developed and documented for each step in the production process 
Component specifications are set out according to work instructions and materials marked according to industry practices 
Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications 
Material bending, forming and shaping are undertaken in accordance with the production plan 
Components are checked against specified tolerances, fit and accuracy 
The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification 
Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification 
Work area is cleared and waste removed 
Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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