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Fit and apply final cover materials to furniture using decorative techniques

Fit and apply final cover materials to furniture using decorative techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFUP3017
State Code
OEM35
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
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to fit and apply plain and patterned materials as the final covering to upholstered furniture using decorative techniques.Upholstery workers with this competency work in accordance with established procedures, using discretion, judgement and problem-solving to identify and resolve potential issues. They recognise dependencies and use cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity.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 Determine task requirements including design, fabrics, accessories and finish from work documentation or spoken instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.3 Determine materials and work method and sequence
  • 1.4 Select and prepare suitable work area and clear it of contaminants
  • 1.5 Select equipment and tools to meet task requirements and check they are safe and functional
  • 1.6 Check that furniture frames and foundations are free of contaminants and in suitable condition for task requirements, and perform required modifications or repairs in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Check material panels for quantity, quality, contaminants, size, pattern and consistency to meet task requirements
  • 1.8 Select trims and check that they meet task requirements
2. Fit and apply material
  • 2.1 Lay out work pieces in sequence to meet task requirements
  • 2.2 Apply materials to furniture in accordance with workplace procedures and industry standards
  • 2.3 Apply decorative features to materials in accordance with task requirements
  • 2.4 Secure materials to foundation using appropriate fixing processes
  • 2.5 Check finish of applied material against task quality requirements
3. Fit and apply trim and decorative features
  • 3.1 Apply trims and decorative finishes in accordance with task requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Check trims and decorative finishes against task and workplace quality requirements
  • 3.3 Perform required modifications or repairs and make final adjustments to ensure finish meets task and workplace quality requirements
4. Complete task
  • 4.1 Package, protect and store finished product in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 4.2 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI669 MSFUP3003 Fit and apply final cover materials to furniture using decorative techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK1 MSF30722 Certificate III in Upholstery Qualification