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Repair and touch up surfaces

Repair and touch up surfaces

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF3015
State Code
OEL30
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
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
42
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to repair and touch up damaged solid timber, manufactured board and metal surfaces by hand.Furniture finishing workers with this competency follow established procedures, using discretion, judgement and problem-solving to identify and resolve potential issues. They recognise dependencies and use cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity.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. Prepare for task
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements including surface characteristics and required surface finish from work documentation
  • 1.2 Plan for work by identifying processing and application techniques, time and safety requirements and efficient work methods
  • 1.3 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.4 Identify tools, equipment and accessories to meet task requirements and check for safety and functionality
2. Repair surfaces
  • 2.1 Check surfaces for contamination and correct preparation in accordance with workplace procedures and standards
  • 2.2 Identify and assess products with surface or other faults
  • 2.3 Select and prepare required materials required for repairs
  • 2.4 Complete repairs to required manufacturer standards and industry practices
3. Prepare for application of materials
  • 3.1 Identify and select techniques for hand application of materials to meet job requirements
  • 3.2 Identify and prepare required coating materials
  • 3.3 Perform trial applications of surface materials to check equipment operation, materials consistency and specified surface finish
  • 3.4 Identify and rectify faults in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Apply surface coating
  • 4.1 Apply surface coatings in accordance with job instructions, manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Inspect coated products and approve for suitability for further processing
  • 4.3 Recoat products that do not meet quality specifications or tag for further investigation in accordance with workplace procedures
5. Clean work area and maintain equipment
  • 5.1 Check, clean and store equipment and unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Clean work area, including painting locations, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 5.4 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI326 MSFFF3006 Repair and touch up surfaces Unit of competency
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