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Pitch raise a piano

Pitch raise a piano

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPT4008
State Code
OEL52
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify the need for pitch raising (when a piano is more than one cycle flat or sharp from desired standard), and pitch raise a piano prior to the tuning process by calculating and assessing the ability of an upright or grand piano to achieve the desired pitch, including assessment of overpull or stretch of strings. This unit applies to piano technologists who work in accordance with established procedures, using discretion, judgement and problem-solving to apply and communicate technical solutions to resolve predictable and unpredictable issues. They use factual, technical and theoretical knowledge to identify, analyse, compare and act on information from a range of sources.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for pitch raising
  • 1.1 Analyse and confirm job requirements with personnel, customer or from workplace documentation
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements including physical and ergonomic needs
  • 1.3 Establish and maintain communication with others involved with work to ensure efficient workflow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
  • 1.4 Analyse written instructions and apply to job requirements
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment consistent with needs of job, inspect for serviceability and safety, and repair any faults or report in accordance with workplace procedures
2. Assess suitability of piano for pitch raise
  • 2.1 Assess components used in pitch raising for suitability
  • 2.2 Analyse distance from target pitch
  • 2.3 Calculate overpull/stretch required to achieve target pitch
  • 2.4 Establish required pitch standard
3. Pitch raise piano
  • 3.1 Tune strings in accordance with required process
  • 3.2 Pitch raise to achieve an accuracy of ± 5 cent per note
  • 3.3 Demonstrate correct tuning hammer technique to achieve required standard
4. Clean up work area
  • 4.1 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 4.3 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI608 MSFPT3010 Pitch raise a piano Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK3 MSF40522 Certificate IV in Piano Technology Qualification
AF041 MSFSS00016 Piano Tuning Skill set