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:

Unit scope

This unit covers work involved in the reading of plans and specifications and the preparation of cutting lists for the production of furniture components

Preparation of cutting lists may be completed by both manual and computer assisted/generated means

Unit context

OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes 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 reading of plans and specifications and the preparation of cutting lists

Competency may be determined in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Materials to be considered may include but are not limited to:
solid timber
manufactured board
metal
plastics
glass

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
Locate, interpret and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials and tools used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and manufacturers' instructions to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain optimum production output and product quality
Interpret production plans and prepare cutting lists on a minimum of four occasions with lists each having at least ten different components and, overall, the lists incorporating four different types of material
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Characteristics of materials and tooling used and use of products programmed
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures
Pattern techniques for optimising materials

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to production processes, material characteristics, work orders, plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities 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, estimate cutting requirements and material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate preparation problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to the cutting lists, including aids, tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Access to plans and specifications, standard cutting list formats, workplace standard processing procedures.

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.

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
(2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(2)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(2)