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Repair upright and grand piano actions, keys and pedals

Repair upright and grand piano actions, keys and pedals

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPT3003
State Code
WI601
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers repairing upright and grand piano actions, keys and pedals, and applies in a workplace and on-site environment conducted for small to large scale enterprises.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for repairing actions, keys and pedals
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices relevant to repairing pianos are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Customer requirements are received, analysed and confirmed with appropriate personnel with written instructions followed
  • 1.3 Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
2 Prepare for repair
  • 2.1 Tools and equipment are selected consistent with the needs of the job
  • 2.2 Selected tools and equipment are checked for service ability and safety and any faults repaired and reported according to workplace practices
  • 2.3 Personal protective equipment is correctly fitted and used
  • 2.4 Materials required for the repair of piano actions, keys and pedals are selected
3 Repair piano actions, keys and pedals
  • 3.1 Correct posture for repairing is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
  • 3.2 Tools and equipment are applied in the repair process
  • 3.3 Actions and keys are removed or dismantled, as required by the repairing process
  • 3.4 Faulty or damaged parts are removed from actions, keys and pedals
  • 3.5 Action parts are re-centred, as required
  • 3.6 Materials for replacement felts and leathers are selected, cut and glued to action parts
  • 3.7 Faulty or damaged parts are replaced in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace practices
  • 3.8 Quality of the repair process is continuously monitored in accordance with workplace practice and quality procedures
  • 3.9 Correct posture for repairing is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
4 Clean up work area
  • 4.1 All tools, materials and other equipment are checked, cleaned and returned to their appropriate location
  • 4.2 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 4.3 Workplace documentation is completed and filed
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEK90 MSFPT4003 Repair piano actions, keys and pedals Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J740 MSF31213 Certificate III in Piano Technology Qualification