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Join solid timber

Join solid timber

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM2016
State Code
OEL22
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
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to join timber to manufacture solid timber flat surfaces. Workers with this competency follow established procedures in timber technology industries such as cabinet and furniture making using discretion, judgement and some problem solving. 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 Identify task requirements from work documentation
  • 1.2 Plan work sequence and identify procedures for checking quality at each stage
  • 1.3 Identify and follow work health and safety procedures
  • 1.4 Select suitable work area for task
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment to meet task requirements and check that they are safe and functional
2 Lay out and prepare materials
  • 2.1 Obtain timbers and check they meet task quality requirements
  • 2.2 Identify joining process to meet task requirements
  • 2.3 Prepare and lay out timbers to facilitate efficient joining process
3 Join timber
  • 3.1 Accurately measure, mark and cut timbers to size
  • 3.2 Use tools and equipment safely and in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • 3.3 Apply adhesives in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.4 Complete final trim and finishing to meet task specifications
  • 3.5 Check that joint meets required quality standards and rectify any deficiencies
4 Finalise task
  • 4.1 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 4.2 Clean machinery, complete routine maintenance and leave in a safe mode in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Identify, tag and report faulty equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Complete task documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI414 MSFFM2005 Join solid timber Unit of competency