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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for assembly

1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity

1.2. Assembly sequence are planned

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

1.4. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.5. Suitable work area is selected for the task

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

1.7. Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected

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

1.9. Jigs are selected and checked for suitability of purpose

2. Assemble components

2.1. Components are laid out and joined using jigs and appropriate fastenings

2.2. Hand and/or power tools and equipment are used as required

2.3. Assembled frame is checked for compliance with specifications

2.4. Components are prepared, assembled and fitted as per specification

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

2.6. Finished products are organised and stored in holding area

3. Clean work area and maintain equipment

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

3.2. Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures

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

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

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

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

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate assembly problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage

use the limited workplace technology related to the assembly, including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices

Required knowledge

the types, characteristics, uses and limitations of common furnishing components

the interpretation of basic furniture plans

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

workflow in relation to furniture production

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical Aspects of Evidence

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:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Assemble at least four furnishing components from the list in the Range Statement

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications

Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials, cauls and jigs, woodworking machinery, and a work area.

Method of Assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment

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

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Furnishing components may include, but are not limited to:

carcasses

doors

drawers

frames

shelves

ends

tops and limited basic end items

Unit context

OH&S requirements include 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 requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the assembly of furnishing components

Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Tools and equipment include, but are not limited to:

measuring tapes or rulers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand saws

power saws

power drills/screwdrivers

clamps

screwdrivers

pincers

pneumatic tools

Materials to be used may include, but are not limited to:

timber

manufactured board

glues

screws

nails

dowels and knock-down fittings

Assembled component checking is to cover:

alignment and squareness,

correct number and fitting of fasteners,

hardware, fittings and attachments, and

conformity to work instruction and quality requirements

Storage requirements

Storage of finished products must ensure that there is no obstruction to traffic, components are not damaged in storage, incompatible items are not stored together, and products are arranged to match the sequence of work

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Unit sector

Furniture Making

This unit contains employability skills.