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Use basic upholstery techniques

Use basic upholstery techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFP2015
State Code
OEJ84
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
030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to follow basic processes for the creation of an upholstered furniture item. It includes the use of a limited range of tools, equipment and upholstery techniques. Learners with his competency have basic skills to support further study or entry-level work in furnishing and furniture making industries. This unit is usually delivered within a pre-employment training program.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. Identify task requirements
  • 1.1 Identify upholstery requirements, including quality requirements, from design drawings and spoken or written work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify key steps in work process
  • 1.3 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
2. Fit and finish product
  • 2.1 Confirm that tools and equipment are safe and functional and that material meets task requirements
  • 2.2 Prepare material and set out in accordance with task requirements and mark components in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Use tools and equipment in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.4 Prepare components, including any specified shapes, angles or curves, and check against set-out and task requirements
  • 2.5 Fit components in accordance with task requirements
  • 2.6 Undertake assembly process in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Check that item meets quality requirements and seek guidance from supervisor to address any deficiencies
3. Clean work area
  • 3.1 Clean and store tools in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Safely dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI660 MSFUP1001 Complete a basic upholstery project Unit of competency
BAX66 MSFFP2008 Make a simple upholstery product Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIJ5 MSF10122 Certificate I in Furnishing Qualification
BIJ8 MSF20522 Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways Qualification