Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Furnishing products for installation may include but are not limited to:
kitchen cabinets
bathroom cabinets
wall units
desks
counters
wardrobes
dressing tables
entertainment units
laundry cabinets
Appliances to be installed may include but are not limited to:
ovens
range hoods
sinks
basins
cooktops
refrigerators
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 requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the installation of furnishing products
Competency may be demonstrated on work sites of enterprises involved in the installation of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets
Tools and equipment may include but not be limited to:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
levels
plumb lobs
planes
hand saws
power saws
power plainers
cordless drills
screwdrivers
power drills
explosive fixing gun
clamps
supporting devices
screwdrivers
Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:
timber
manufactured board
laminates
granite
marble
stainless steel
adhesives
screws
nails
masonry anchors
dowels
cavity wall fixing
Product checking is to cover:
level
plumb
twirl
and alignment of doors and/or drawers
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

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.

Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, tools, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
Install four different and significant furnishing products, including at least:
one floor mounted, and
one wall mounted
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

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

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be 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 process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.