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.
Furniture may include but is not limited to:
wall units
vanity units
kitchen cabinets
side-boards/buffets
drawer units
display cabinets
counters
tables
beds 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 requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the assembly of furniture
Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
planes
hand saws
power saws
power drills/screwdrivers
pneumatic tools
clamps
screwdrivers
pincers
Materials to be used may include, but are not limited to:
timber
manufactured board
glass
alloys
adhesives
screws
nails
dowels
knock-down fittings
metal fasteners and associated hardware
Assembled furniture checking process is to cover:
alignment and squareness
correct number and fitting of fasteners
hardware, fittings and attachments, and
conformity to work instruction and quality requirements
Storage of assembled furniture must ensure that:
there is no obstruction to traffic
products are not damaged in storage
incompatible items are not stored together, and
products are arranged to match the sequence of work
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
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 and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Assemble at least two items of production furniture, one of manufactured board and one of solid timber construction, with each featuring:
a door
a drawer and
shelving
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials, cauls and jigs, woodworking machinery, 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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant 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.