Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Basic timber furnishing products may typically include but are not limited to:
occasional and coffee tables
jewellery boxes
tool boxes
CD racks
small cabinets
entertainment units
timber stools and clocks

Unit context

OH&S requirements include 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 involves reading and interpreting the project plan, using hand and power tools, operating basic woodworking machinery, applying quality requirements and applying product finishing techniques and materials

Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces or simulated workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture and/or furniture components or a suitably simulated environment

Tools and equipment may include:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
planes
hand saws
power saws
cordless drills/screwdrivers
power drills
fixing and joining devices
jigs
clamping devices
pincers

Machines may include:
band saws
cross cut saws
rip saws
panel planers
belt sander
horizontal borers
vertical drill presses
pedestal grinders and hand wood turning lathes

Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:
timber
manufactured board
adhesives
screws
nails
bolts
dowels
metal fasteners
steel
plastics
primers and coating materials

Checking of constructed product is to cover:
squareness
alignment
wind and hardware
fittings and attachments

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work instructions and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
achieve required production output and product quality
Adapt or vary furnishing product designs
Construct, assemble and finish at least one basic furnishing product from the list in the Range Statement
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The interpretation of plan representation of furniture design
The preparation of drawings/set-outs
Workflow in relation to furniture construction
Identification of hand and/or power tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination with site supervisor, other workers and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate construction problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to this construction, including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials, woodworking machinery and a work area.

Method of Assessment
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be conducted in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)