Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include:
following work instructions, procedures and safe work practices
identifying and interpreting project sheets, specifications, drawings and other relevant information in joining furnishing materials
applying safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including the use of PPE
identifying and selecting materials and joining methods to be used in the work process
using mathematical ideas and techniques to complete measurements, including calculating area and estimating material requirements
using tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner
joining a minimum of the following:
two (2) timber products – one (1) hardwood and one (1) softwood
and
one (1) composite product
inspecting finished product against quality requirements
minimising wastage of resources, including materials, time and money
communicating and working effectively and safely with others.
Evidence required to demonstrate the required knowledge for this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of PPE
types, characteristics, uses and limitations of timbers, composite and plastic materials
joining techniques and their effect on materials
types of joining methods and the impact of these on joining materials
preparation of drawings/set-outs
identification of hand and/or power tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures
sequences in relation to joining materials.