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Evaluate and select production materials and equipment

Evaluate and select production materials and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFT5001
State Code
WI462
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers researching and evaluating the full range of materials and equipment used in furnishing, and selecting that most appropriate for each particular specified application, taking into account the availability of, and access to, production equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine production requirements
  • 1.1 Requirements for production activities are identified, including the types of products produced and related materials and equipment, quantities of products in order, in store, in production, storage and handling requirements and stock management methods
  • 1.2 A rating system is developed to facilitate comparisons of cost/benefits and other qualitative properties of equipment and systems
2 Gather data and specifications
  • 2.1 Current best practice and future trends for manufacturing the products are assessed to establish comparisons and benchmarks
  • 2.2 Steps required for production processes are identified and flow charts produced, where necessary
  • 2.3 Specifications are identified to match the production process
  • 2.4 Consultations are conducted with relevant employees and management to identify additional or altered specifications
  • 2.5 Materials, tooling, and/or equipment requirements for the production are identified and documented
  • 2.6 Existing equipment and stock on hand is evaluated to match requirements of the proposed operations
  • 2.7 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements to provide safe work systems for the equipment and materials are identified, including associated training requirements, work practices and equipment
  • 2.8 Appropriate data is compiled
3 Evaluate equipment and materials against requirements
  • 3.1 Materials are assessed for required quality, finish, durability and conformity to standards
  • 3.2 Equipment options are identified
  • 3.3 Equipment and materials are selected based on comparisons of performance, cost and specifications compared to the prepared rating system
4 Prepare reports and recommendations
  • 4.1 Recommendations are developed to meet requirements of the workplace
  • 4.2 Report with recommendations is prepared and forwarded according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8650 LMFFT5001B Evaluate and select production materials and equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J731 MSF50313 Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology Qualification