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Hand make timber joints

Hand make timber joints

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM2017
State Code
OEL35
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
36
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to make timber joints using hand and portable power tools. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in industries such as furniture and cabinet making.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, including joint type, and purpose and style of finished product from work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Select tools and equipment to meet task requirements and check they are safe and functional
  • 1.4 Select materials, adhesives and fasteners to meet task quality requirements
2. Make joint
  • 2.1 Mark out cutting and joining lines to suit joint type
  • 2.2 Check measurements are within tolerances to ensure quality outcomes
  • 2.3 Join timber in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Use fasteners and adhesives to make joints firm based on task requirements
  • 2.5 Confirm finished joint meets task quality requirements and rectify any deficiencies
3. Finalise task
  • 3.1 Clean work area, safely dispose of rubbish and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 3.2 Clean tools and complete routine maintenance in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Identify, tag and report faulty tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Complete task documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI415 MSFFM2006 Hand make timber joints Unit of competency