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Assemble custom furniture

Assemble custom furniture

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDM4001
State Code
ODZ62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2022
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
15/11/2022
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assemble custom furniture to production specifications for design, manufacturing or similar operations.This unit applies to individuals working in a manufacturing or design studio environment who participate in the assembly of custom furniture, either alone or as part of an internal or external team.No licensing or legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit 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 Verify and ensure compliance with relevant legislative, work health and safety and workplace requirements related to assembling custom furniture
  • 1.2 Read and interpret job requirements to identify processes and materials
  • 1.3 Plan assembly sequence and confirm materials and component layout from job specifications
  • 1.4 Select and check tools, equipment and materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Select adhesives, trims and accessories and evaluate against job specifications
  • 1.6 Develop and document quality-checking procedures for each step of assembly process
2. Assemble custom furniture
  • 2.1 Lay out components, materials and tools in accordance with assembly plan
  • 2.2 Check components against specification prior to assembly and reject components that are out of specification in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Assemble components and check against job specification for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
  • 2.4 Assemble and fit other features to meet job specifications
  • 2.5 Apply hardware and decorative accessories in accordance with job specifications
  • 2.6 Prepare product for final finish, including checking for and removing bruises, scratches, dents and marks, to meet quality standards
  • 2.7 Check product quality at identified checkpoints in accordance with work plan and against job specifications
3. Finalise operation and maintain equipment
  • 3.1 Store or recycle unused materials as required in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Clean and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tag and report on faulty or defective equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Clean and clear work area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI283 MSFFDT4002 Assemble custom furniture Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHR4 MSF40222 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing Qualification