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

MSFUP2003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply contemporary foundations to upholstered furniture

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFUP2003 - Apply contemporary foundations to upholstered furniture
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers applying contemporary upholstery foundations to upholstered furniture.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 furniture frames and contemporary fittings, tools and equipment, work order and procedures.
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
  • Work order or instructions are used to confirm type of contemporary furniture foundations to be applied
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Attaching methods are identified and fitting sequence is determined
  • Suitable work area is selected and prepared
  • Tools and hardware for the application of the foundation are selected and checked for safe operation
  • Contemporary foundation components are selected, as required
       
Element: Attach contemporary foundation
  • Mounting points are measured and marked on the frame, as required
  • Contemporary foundation is positioned and appropriate fasteners are used to secure it to the item
  • The applied foundation is inspected for fit, finish and quality with those requiring reworking/refitting being tagged for further reprocessing or recycling/disposal in accordance with workplace practices
  • 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
       
Element: Complete work
  • Workplace documentation, including stock usage, is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned 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 work

1.1

Work order or instructions are used to confirm type of contemporary furniture foundations to be applied

1.2

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

1.3

Attaching methods are identified and fitting sequence is determined

1.4

Suitable work area is selected and prepared

1.5

Tools and hardware for the application of the foundation are selected and checked for safe operation

1.6

Contemporary foundation components are selected, as required

2

Attach contemporary foundation

2.1

Mounting points are measured and marked on the frame, as required

2.2

Contemporary foundation is positioned and appropriate fasteners are used to secure it to the item

2.3

The applied foundation is inspected for fit, finish and quality with those requiring reworking/refitting being tagged for further reprocessing or recycling/disposal in accordance with workplace practices

2.4

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

2.5

Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures

2.6

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

3

Complete work

3.1

Workplace documentation, including stock usage, is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

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

3.3

Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

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

3.5

Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned 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

Use contemporary foundation items to assemble contemporary foundations for a minimum of three (3) items of furniture, one (1) being a chair, requiring seat, back and arms

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

Work flow in relation to furniture production

Features of range of contemporary foundation types and fittings

Materials used in the application of contemporary foundations

Identification of equipment, processes and procedures

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 work

1.1

Work order or instructions are used to confirm type of contemporary furniture foundations to be applied

1.2

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

1.3

Attaching methods are identified and fitting sequence is determined

1.4

Suitable work area is selected and prepared

1.5

Tools and hardware for the application of the foundation are selected and checked for safe operation

1.6

Contemporary foundation components are selected, as required

2

Attach contemporary foundation

2.1

Mounting points are measured and marked on the frame, as required

2.2

Contemporary foundation is positioned and appropriate fasteners are used to secure it to the item

2.3

The applied foundation is inspected for fit, finish and quality with those requiring reworking/refitting being tagged for further reprocessing or recycling/disposal in accordance with workplace practices

2.4

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

2.5

Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures

2.6

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

3

Complete work

3.1

Workplace documentation, including stock usage, is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

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

3.3

Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

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

3.5

Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned 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

Contemporary foundations include:

elastic webbing

nylon webbing

no-sag springs

conical springs

pulma flex

plastic and styrene edging

foam and polyester fibre

Tools and equipment include:

scissors

upholstery hammer

nail gun

staple gun

pincers

long-nose pliers and tape measures

Materials include:

elastic webbing

nylon webbing

coil springs

spiral springs

no-sag springs

pulma flex

plastic and styrene edging

foam

hessian and polyester fibre

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices:

safety glasses/goggle

hair nets

ear muffs/plugs

gloves

footwear and protective clothing

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 order or instructions are used to confirm type of contemporary furniture foundations to be applied 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Attaching methods are identified and fitting sequence is determined 
Suitable work area is selected and prepared 
Tools and hardware for the application of the foundation are selected and checked for safe operation 
Contemporary foundation components are selected, as required 
Mounting points are measured and marked on the frame, as required 
Contemporary foundation is positioned and appropriate fasteners are used to secure it to the item 
The applied foundation is inspected for fit, finish and quality with those requiring reworking/refitting being tagged for further reprocessing or recycling/disposal in accordance with workplace practices 
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 documentation, including stock usage, is completed in accordance with workplace procedures 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures 
Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures 
Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 
Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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