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

MSFMB2001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare and assemble base unit

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFMB2001 - Prepare and assemble base unit
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers assembling components to construct bases for mattresses, including timber platforms, webbing, coil springs, grid wires, foam and padding.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, hand and/or power tools, equipment, jigs and appropriate machinery.
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 base assembly
  • Specifications are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity
  • Assembly sequence is planned
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • Fixing devices are selected in line with work instructions and type of materials to be joined
  • Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected
  • Tools and equipment suitable to the fixing method are selected and checked for safe operation
  • Appropriate jigs are selected
       
Element: Assemble base components
  • Components are laid out and assembled using jigs and appropriate fastenings
  • Hand and/or power tools, equipment are used as required
  • Assembled base is checked for compliance with specifications
  • Spring grid/unit is attached to base
  • Fabric is upholstered to base according to specifications
  • Base is finished to eliminate all excess materials
  • Bases which do not meet quality specifications are repaired or tagged for further processing or recycling/disposal
       
Element: Identify quality requirements
  • Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted
  • Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented
  • Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures
       
Element: Clean work area/s and maintain equipment
  • Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with WHS procedures
  • Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures
  • Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained 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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for base assembly

1.1

Specifications are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity

1.2

Assembly sequence is planned

1.3

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

1.4

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

1.5

Fixing devices are selected in line with work instructions and type of materials to be joined

1.6

Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected

1.7

Tools and equipment suitable to the fixing method are selected and checked for safe operation

1.8

Appropriate jigs are selected

2

Assemble base components

2.1

Components are laid out and assembled using jigs and appropriate fastenings

2.2

Hand and/or power tools, equipment are used as required

2.3

Assembled base is checked for compliance with specifications

2.4

Spring grid/unit is attached to base

2.5

Fabric is upholstered to base according to specifications

2.6

Base is finished to eliminate all excess materials

2.7

Bases which do not meet quality specifications are repaired or tagged for further processing or recycling/disposal

3

Identify quality requirements

3.1

Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted

3.2

Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented

3.4

Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures

4

Clean work area/s and maintain equipment

4.1

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with WHS procedures

4.2

Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures

4.3

Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4

Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

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

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Assemble base components to construct at least one (1) sprung base unit

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

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

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

Interpretation of plan representation of base design

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

Work flow in relation to base 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:

(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

Prepare for base assembly

1.1

Specifications are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity

1.2

Assembly sequence is planned

1.3

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

1.4

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

1.5

Fixing devices are selected in line with work instructions and type of materials to be joined

1.6

Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected

1.7

Tools and equipment suitable to the fixing method are selected and checked for safe operation

1.8

Appropriate jigs are selected

2

Assemble base components

2.1

Components are laid out and assembled using jigs and appropriate fastenings

2.2

Hand and/or power tools, equipment are used as required

2.3

Assembled base is checked for compliance with specifications

2.4

Spring grid/unit is attached to base

2.5

Fabric is upholstered to base according to specifications

2.6

Base is finished to eliminate all excess materials

2.7

Bases which do not meet quality specifications are repaired or tagged for further processing or recycling/disposal

3

Identify quality requirements

3.1

Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted

3.2

Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented

3.4

Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures

4

Clean work area/s and maintain equipment

4.1

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with WHS procedures

4.2

Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures

4.3

Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures

4.4

Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with 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.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous 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

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Tools and equipment include:

measuring tapes or rules

scissors

staple gun

pincers

long-nose pliers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

plane

hand saws

power saws

power drills/screwdrivers

clamps and screwdrivers

Materials include:

timber

manufactured board

fabrics

grid wires

glues

screws

nails

dowels

coil springs

foam

padding

stabilising springs

border wire

Assembled base specification checks include:

alignment and squareness

correct number and fitting of fasteners

hardware

fittings and attachments and conformity to work instruction and quality requirements

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
Specifications are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity 
Assembly sequence is planned 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process 
Fixing devices are selected in line with work instructions and type of materials to be joined 
Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected 
Tools and equipment suitable to the fixing method are selected and checked for safe operation 
Appropriate jigs are selected 
Components are laid out and assembled using jigs and appropriate fastenings 
Hand and/or power tools, equipment are used as required 
Assembled base is checked for compliance with specifications 
Spring grid/unit is attached to base 
Fabric is upholstered to base according to specifications 
Base is finished to eliminate all excess materials 
Bases which do not meet quality specifications are repaired or tagged for further processing or recycling/disposal 
Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted 
Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures 
Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented 
Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with WHS procedures 
Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures 
Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures 
Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFMB2001 - Prepare and assemble base unit
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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFMB2001 - Prepare and assemble base unit

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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