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Join mouldings

Join mouldings

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPF2010
State Code
OAI45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to join mouldings to form artwork frames. Frames may be for artworks, documents, textiles or three dimensional (3D) items.This unit applies to picture framers and others completing work in accordance with pre-determined frame designs. 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 work
  • 1.1 Read work order and identify joining requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health safety requirements throughout the work
  • 1.3 Obtain and check frame components against work instructions for size, number, pattern and finish profile
  • 1.4 Identify and report shortages and defective items in accordance with workplace practice
  • 1.5 Select fixing and joining devices in accordance with work instructions and type of moulding to be joined
  • 1.6 Select and check tools and equipment for suitability, quality, serviceability and safety prior to use
  • 1.7 Plan the work sequence to suit the job
2. Assemble frames
  • 2.1 Lay out components and join using selected equipment, fastenings and appropriate adhesives
  • 2.2 Check assembled frame for alignment, required pattern matching and correct fasteners and attachments
  • 2.3 Finish corners in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Inspect completed frames for compliance with quality and work order requirements, and rectify any deficiencies
  • 2.5 Store joined frames in accordance with workplace requirements
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Mark completed work for identification and store in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Identify and store items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish
  • 3.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
  • 3.5 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI582 MSFPF2003 Join mouldings Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
BIJ6 MSF20122 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
BED4 MSF30518 Certificate III in Picture Framing Qualification