Unit of competency Outline
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Fit and apply leather to furniture
Fit and apply leather to furniture
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFUP3006B
LMFUP3006B
State Code
W8816
W8816
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2008
Field of Education
030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation
Original Release Date
30/09/2008
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit covers the competency to fit and apply leather to furniture.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Specifications concerning design, leather coverings, accessories and finish are confirmed with designer/customer/client, as required
- 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protective needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.3. Materials, work method and sequence are determined
- 1.4. Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants
- 1.5. Appropriate equipment and tools are selected and checked for safe operation
- 1.6. Furniture frames/foundations are checked for quality of construction, contaminants and appropriateness to specifications, and modified and/or repaired in accordance with workplace practices
- 1.7. Leather panels are checked in terms of quantity, quality, grain, contaminants, size and wear stress
- 1.8. Trims are selected and checked in terms of quantity, quality, contaminants, size, pattern and consistency
2. Fit and apply leather
- 2.1. Work pieces are laid out in sequence according to specifications, construction process and workplace procedures
- 2.2. Leather pieces are applied to furniture ensuring that appropriate leather is fitted to high wear areas and a smooth and consistent finish of the leather over the furniture foundation
- 2.3. Decorative features, including pleats are applied to the leather, before fitting as required
- 2.4. Leather is secured to the foundation, using appropriate fixing processes
- 2.5. Finish of applied leather is checked against quality standards
3. Apply trim
- 3.1. Work pieces are laid out in sequence according to specifications and workplace procedures
- 3.2. Trims and decorative finishes are applied to the item consistent with specifications and workplace procedures
- 3.3. Trims and decorative finishes are checked against quality standards and modified and or repaired, as required
- 3.4. Final adjustments are made, as required, to ensure finish of completed item meets required quality standards
4. Complete work
- 4.1. Finished product is packaged, protected and stored, in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.2. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with procedures
- 4.3. Waste and scrap are collected for disposal/recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.4. Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceability and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.5. Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures
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.
Unit scope
This unit addresses the fitting and application of leather, pre-cut to pattern, to an upholstered item of furniture
Unit context
Workplace health and safety includes OHS legislation, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the application of leather to furniture foundations
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Leather
Leather is an upholstery cover material with unique characteristics which must be considered during preparation and fitting to ensure it is effectively applied to the furniture item.
Leather characteristics/qualities include:
natural markings
finished and unfinished sides
high and low wear
direction of markings
flaws and blemishes
colour variation between hides
flexibility
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
single or multi-needle flat bed sewing machine
heat gun
hammer
staple gun
skivering machine and hand sewing needles
Materials may include, but are not limited to:
glues
staples
buttons
tacks
piping
cords
banding
hidem binding and pleats
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
safety glasses/goggles
hair net
ear muffs/plugs
footwear and protective clothing
Information and procedures
Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Customer/client requirements
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.
Unit scope
This unit addresses the fitting and application of leather, pre-cut to pattern, to an upholstered item of furniture
Unit context
Workplace health and safety includes OHS legislation, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the application of leather to furniture foundations
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Leather
Leather is an upholstery cover material with unique characteristics which must be considered during preparation and fitting to ensure it is effectively applied to the furniture item.
Leather characteristics/qualities include:
natural markings
finished and unfinished sides
high and low wear
direction of markings
flaws and blemishes
colour variation between hides
flexibility
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
single or multi-needle flat bed sewing machine
heat gun
hammer
staple gun
skivering machine and hand sewing needles
Materials may include, but are not limited to:
glues
staples
buttons
tacks
piping
cords
banding
hidem binding and pleats
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
safety glasses/goggles
hair net
ear muffs/plugs
footwear and protective clothing
Information and procedures
Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Customer/client requirements
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
Identify and select materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, given cut leather pieces, fit and apply leather to a chair
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Appropriate tools and equipment, leather panels, trims, furniture frames and foundations, work order, workplace information including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
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 which form a part of the job role.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
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
Identify and select materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, given cut leather pieces, fit and apply leather to a chair
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Appropriate tools and equipment, leather panels, trims, furniture frames and foundations, work order, workplace information including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
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 which form a part of the job role.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0411 | LMFUP3006A | Fit and apply leather to furniture | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI672 | MSFUP3006 | Fit and apply leather to furniture | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W038 | LMF31002 | Certificate III in Upholstery | Qualification |