Unit of competency Outline
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Complete a basic furniture finishing product
Complete a basic furniture finishing product
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFF1001B
LMFFF1001B
State Code
W8505
W8505
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/09/2008
Field of Education
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
19/09/2008
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the planning, preparation and completion of a basic furniture finishing project involving the coating of surfaces by either hand or spray application.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work
- 1.1. Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings/ specifications/instructions
- 1.2. Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation
- 1.3. OHS requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.4. Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability and any faults reported to supervisor
2. Prepare surface and materials for finishing process
- 2.1. Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards
- 2.2. Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults are reported or repaired according to workplace procedures and standards
- 2.3. Techniques for application of materials for finishing process are identified and used according to workplace procedures
- 2.4. Materials suitable for basic surface finishing are prepared
3. Colour is applied to timber surface
- 3.1. Stain is applied to tiimber surfaces in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and workplace procedures and standards
- 3.2. Stained surface is sealed with polish using mop brush, blender or swooge
- 3.3. Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth
- 3.4. Wood filler or sanding sealer are applied in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and workplace procedures and standards
- 3.5. Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish i n accordance with manufacturers' specifications and workplace procedures and standards
- 3.6. Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth.
4. Finishing material is applied to surface
- 4.1. Finishing material is applied in accordance with manufacturers' specifications until required build is achieved
- 4.2. Finishing material is cut back to remove surface defects and/or foreign material in accordance with workplace procedures and standards
- 4.3. Surface is burnished with fine steel wool and lubricating oil to achieve even sheen
5. Clean up
- 5.1. Workplace is cleared of debris and unused materials
- 5.2. Wood filler and lubricating oil rags are disposed of safely having regard for spontaneous combustion
- 5.3. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the accurate application of polish
A basic project may include:
the coating of tables (occasional
coffee)
chairs or stools and other furnishing items
Stains may include but are not limited to:
water stain
pigment oil stain
lacquer-based wiping stain
Wood grain filler may include but is not limited to:
oil-based filler
polyurethane (plastic) filler
water-based filler
Finishing materials may include but are not limited to:
oil varnish
marine varnish
lacquer and sanding sealer
Lubricating oil may include but is not limited to:
linseed oil
paraffin oil
'teak' oil
Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
and blisters
Tools and equipment may include:
filler blades
brushes
spray equipment
sandpapers
skinning in
bodying up and spiriting out rubbers
mop brush
blender
swooge and scrapers
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the accurate application of polish
A basic project may include:
the coating of tables (occasional
coffee)
chairs or stools and other furnishing items
Stains may include but are not limited to:
water stain
pigment oil stain
lacquer-based wiping stain
Wood grain filler may include but is not limited to:
oil-based filler
polyurethane (plastic) filler
water-based filler
Finishing materials may include but are not limited to:
oil varnish
marine varnish
lacquer and sanding sealer
Lubricating oil may include but is not limited to:
linseed oil
paraffin oil
'teak' oil
Surface faults may include:
machine marks
bruising
pencil marks
grease
cross-sanding marks
scratches
glue marks
dirt marks
insect and termite holes
holes
knots
and blisters
Tools and equipment may include:
filler blades
brushes
spray equipment
sandpapers
skinning in
bodying up and spiriting out rubbers
mop brush
blender
swooge and scrapers
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Resource Implications
Safe work area, coating materials, timber components/furnishings requiring finishing and cleaning materials.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Resource Implications
Safe work area, coating materials, timber components/furnishings requiring finishing and cleaning materials.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0252 | LMFFF1001A | Complete a basic furniture finishing product | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI312 | MSFFF1001 | Complete a basic furniture finishing project | Unit of competency |
