Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Polishes may include, but are not limited to:
shellac
button lac
dewaxed lac
dewaxed/decoloured lac
and white or bleached lac.

Surfaces are to include:
solid timber or veneered manufactured board

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the process of french polishing

Lubricating oils may include:
paraffin and linseed

Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
blisters
rubber marks
burns or tears
ropiness and foreign matter in the polish.

Tools and equipment may include:
filler blades
brushes
abrasive papers
skinning in
bodying up and spiriting out rubbers
mop brush
blender
swooge and scrapers

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Locate, interpret and apply information relevant to french polishing
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Accurately apply traditional french polishing techniques on a minimum of two occasions which must include and cover flat and curved surfaces and an enclosed panel
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Workplace and equipment safety requirements, including relevant regulations, codes and standards
Construction techniques of rubbers
Safe handling of materials associated with traditional french polishing, including:
lac
polishes
paraffin and linseed oils
methylated spirits
Shellac mixing procedures
Repair techniques to defects in timber surfaces and polish film
Appropriate rubber charging and movements for each stage of french polishing
Storage requirements for lac products and rubbers

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to french polishing techniques and materials, work orders, plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate french polishing problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to french polishing, including tools, equipment and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Safe work area, french polishing materials, timber components/furnishings requiring polish and cleaning materials.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)