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Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment

Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFKB3005A
State Code
D2767
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/11/2009
Field of Education
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
09/11/2009
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to plan production processes and construct and assemble components to fabricate cabinets that meet predetermined specifications. It includes use of materials and processes typically applied within a cabinet manufacturing environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan cabinet construction
  • 1.1. Complete or interpret drawings, specifications and customer instructions including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity
  • 1.2. Identify and select construction techniques to be used in cabinet manufacture
  • 1.3. Identify industry standards for cabinet construction
  • 1.4. Plan construction and assembly sequence
  • 1.5. Develop a cutting list
  • 1.6. Identify tools, machines and equipment suitable for construction and check for safe and effective operation
  • 1.7. Determine procedures for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • 1.8. Clear work area and prepare for production
2. Select and prepare materials for cabinet construction
  • 2.1. Identify features, benefits and limitations of materials used for cabinet construction
  • 2.2. Identify surface treatments used for cabinets in a range of applications
  • 2.3. Identify industry standards for materials used in cabinets
  • 2.4. Select materials to meet the customer requirements
  • 2.5. Prepare materials for use
3. Select and prepare cabinet components
  • 3.1. Identify features, benefits and limitations of components used for cabinets in a range of applications
  • 3.2. Identify industry standards for components used for cabinets
  • 3.3. Select components to meet the customer requirements
  • 3.4. Prepare components for use
4. Construct cabinets
  • 4.1. Observe workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, throughout the work
  • 4.2. Use tools, machines and equipment in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications
  • 4.3. Cut and form materials in accordance with the plan
  • 4.4. Manufacture cabinets and check against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy
  • 4.5. Check product against plans at identified checkpoints
5. Assemble cabinets
  • 5.1. Assemble cabinets using components identified in construction plan
  • 5.2. Attach components and check against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
  • 5.3. Assemble and fit doors, drawers and shelves
  • 5.4. Prepare product for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks
  • 5.5. Clean work area and dispose of rubbish according to environmental standards
  • 5.6. Complete workplace documentation
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.
Construction techniques
Construction techniques may include:
use of CNC or static machinery
computer-aided manufacturing
Tools, machines and equipment
Tools, machines and equipment may include:
CNC equipment
static machines
hand and power tools
measuring devices
Materials
Materials may include:
glass
particleboard
fibre board
solid timber
veneer
vinyl
laminates
adhesives
tops
edges
Surface treatments
Surface treatments may include:
lacquers, polishes and oils
laminates
paints
A range of applications
A range of applications must include:
Kitchens or bathrooms
Other domestic settings such as laundries
Components
Components may include:
baskets
rollers
hinges
dowel
pins
cams
metal frames
connectors
patented devices
handles








EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.

Overview of assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Interpret and apply information from plans and drawings
Identify and apply materials and components used in cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms and other residential settings
Use construction techniques to fabricate cabinets
Assemble cabinet components
Assess quality outcomes
Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently

Context of and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
tools and equipment required for constructing and assembling cabinets
plans, drawings and manuals relating to work

Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency


Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI560 MSFKB3005 Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment Unit of competency
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