Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

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

Work health and safety (WHS) 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

Lay out 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 manufacturer 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 re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following 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.

Edge joining methods include:

butt and dowel

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

biscuit joint

slip-tongue joint

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including 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 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 include:

panel saw

cross-cut saw

rip saw

surface planers

panel planer

spindle moulder

sanders and vertical and horizontal drills

Tools and equipment include:

measuring tapes or rulers

hammers

mallets

squares

bevels

chisels

planes

hand saws

power saws

power drills

biscuit machines

pneumatic tools, compressor and spray equipment

dowel jigs

hoses

clamps and pincers

Materials include:

adhesives

abrasives and cleaning materials

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

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

manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials