Unit of competency Outline

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Select timbers for furniture production

Select timbers for furniture production

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM3029
State Code
OEK58
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
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine timber requirements and evaluate the suitability of different timbers against those requirements. Workers with this competency select timbers to meet specified client or production requirements. They use discretion, judgement and specialised knowledge of timbers. 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 Determine timber requirements
  • 1.1 Identify aesthetic and practical requirements for timbers from workplace information
  • 1.2 Develop selection criteria to guide timber evaluation based on task requirements
2 Evaluate timbers against requirements
  • 2.1 Select potential timbers for consideration based on task requirements and production limitations
  • 2.2 Assess the properties of selected timbers against selection criteria
  • 2.3 Identify and consider the need for compatibility with other materials
  • 2.4 Consider moisture content of timber being used to ensure compliance with production requirements
  • 2.5 Develop and document recommendations for timber to be used based on evaluation and in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI429 MSFFM3008 Select timbers for furniture production Unit of competency