LMFFM2005B
Join solid timber

This unit covers the competency to join solid timber required for the manufacture of solid timber flat surfaces

Prerequisites

Nil


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare the work

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

1.2. Work sequence is 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 for application are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

2. Layout and prepare materials

2.1. Timbers are selected and checked for defects following work instructions

2.2. Suitable joining processes are selected and prepared

2.3. Timbers are prepared for joining and laid out

3. Join timber

3.1. Timbers are measured, marked and cut to size

3.2. Machinery is used in accordance with workplace procedures, including use of personal protective equipment

3.3. Adhesives are applied according to workplace procedures and/or manufacturers' instructions

3.4. Final trim and finishing are completed to specifications

3.5. Work is checked against required quality standards

4. Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1. Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2. Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3. Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4. Off-cuts and unused materials are collected and stored for reuse or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5. Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Required Skills

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, calculate area and estimate material requirements

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

use the limited workplace technology related to the installation of underlay and gripper strips, including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Required knowledge

types, characteristics (including cupping, expansion, twisting, bowing, spring and grain direction), uses and limitations of timbers

the interpretation of plan representation of furniture design

joining techniques and their effect on timbers

types of sawing methods, including back sawn and quarter sawn, and the impact of these on joining

preparation of drawings/set-outs

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

workflow in relation to furniture production

Evidence Required

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 and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Join at least four solid timber tops of a minimum of three sections and using a minimum of four different widening joints

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications

Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, joining and finishing materials, 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.


Range Statement

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.

Joining techniques are to cover widening joints, including the following edge joining methods:

butt, dowel

moulded edge joint (finger-joint, tongue in groove, zig-zag)

biscuit joint

slip-tongue joint

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 joining solid timber

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

Machines may include:

panel saw

cross-cut saw

rip saw

surface planers

panel planer

spindle moulder

sanders and vertical and horizontal drills

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:

measuring tapes or rulers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand saws

power saws

power drills

biscuit machines

pneumatic tools

dowel jigs

hoses

clamps and pincers

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

solid timber

plywoods

adhesives

abrasives and cleaning materials

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 and operation of tools and equipment

Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

Manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials


Sectors

Unit sector

Furniture Making


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.