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Identify the requirements for establishing a gemstone-cutting workshop

Identify the requirements for establishing a gemstone-cutting workshop

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM19066
State Code
OEX00
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
100307 - Jewellery Making
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify and document the requirements for establishing a gemstone-cutting workshop. It is based on deleted unit CUVOPA406A Identify the requirements for establishing an opal-cutting workshop.This unit applies to individuals who use specialised knowledge of gemstone processing and broader business practices to determine options for a gemstone workshop operation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: BUnit Weight: 2
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify job requirements from specifications
  • 1.4 Record and organise information to inform decisions about setting up a workshop
  • 1.5 Store all information securely
2. Assess gemstone-cutting workshop requirements
  • 2.1 Determine the work to be done and the number of people working there
  • 2.2 Determine the specifications for the building, including size, power, water and drainage requirements
  • 2.3 Identify the consumables, fixtures and fittings needed for the workshop
  • 2.4 Identify essential and desirable machinery needed for a workshop
  • 2.5 Investigate the work health and safety issues for the workshop and determine control measures required
  • 2.6 Establish the environmental protection requirements and determine compliance measures required
3. Identify suppliers of machinery and consumables and establish set-up cost
  • 3.1 Identify manufacturers and suppliers/agents for new and second-hand lapidary equipment
  • 3.2 Compare prices, advantages and disadvantages of obtaining new and second-hand equipment and machinery
  • 3.3 List suppliers of consumables and compare prices
4. Determine finances required to set up the workshop
  • 4.1 Obtain estimates of the cost of services required to set up the workshop
  • 4.2 Develop a draft budget and cash flow for the first year of operation
  • 4.3 Identify and investigate sources of finance and repayment schedules
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State Code National Code Title Type
BIW8 MEM40322 Certificate IV in Advanced Jewellery Manufacture Qualification