Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
What can a small furniture item include?
A small furniture item from timber can include:
small decorative box, with or without a lid
wooden photo album
simple stool/ chair
shelving
CD rack
chopping board
simple table.
What are the work instructions?
Work instructions may include:
job sheets
patterns
plans
drawings and sketches
verbal or illustrated directions from supervisor
number and type of objects to be produced
quality requirements.
OH&S requirements
environmental requirements
What can OH&S requirements include?
OH&S requirements may include:
equipment safety instructions
hazardous and dangerous goods codes
local safe operating procedures
specific workplace rules regarding personal protective wear and equipment.
What can a suitable work area include?
A suitable work area may include:
workbench
desk or table
workshop
shed
floor suitable for layout and assembly
What can appropriate tools, equipment and materials include?
Appropriate tools will vary according to the project, but may include:
manual saw
jigsaw
hacksaw
clamp
hammer
mallet
screw driver
punch
pliers and pincers
file
miter cutter
90 degree angle
staple gun
paintbrush
rags
measuring tapes/ rulers
spirit level
bevel
chisel
Appropriate equipment could include:
electric saw
electric sander
electric screw driver
power drills
panel laners
horizontal borers
vertical drill presses
pedestal grinders
pencils and marking devices
blades
lathes
Appropriate materials could include:
timber
manufactured boards
adhesives
screws
nails
bolts
glue
hinges and metal fasteners
steel
plastics
sandpapers
primers
paints and stains.
What potential hazards include?
Potential hazards may include:
broken or faulty equipment
unnoticed sharp objects
poor lighting
inadequate ventilation
inadequate attention to the activities of others
electrical shortages and power overload
disorganised or cluttered workspace (poor housekeeping)
poor attention when dealing with tools and equipment.
environmental chemicals, heat, dust, noise, gas and oil.
What could records include?
Records could include:
plant and maintenance records
job cards
check sheets
reporting requirements
documenting equipment and/or material defects
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment.
equipment booking forms and records
attendance records.
What could specifications include?
Specifications could include:
measurements and dimensions
shape
joining methods
surface finish, for example paint, varnish etc.
quality standard
materials to be used
What is involved in making sure edges and surfaces are prepared?
Preparing edges and surfaces could include:
filing
sanding
beveling.
What is involved in making sure timber pieces are joined?
Joining timber pieces could include attaching pieces together with:
nails
screws
glue
staples.
What is involved in making sure non-conformities are rectified?
Rectifying non-conformities could involve:
disassembly of the furniture item
reshaping /resizing or re-cutting component materials
reassembly.
What is involved in making sure work is finished?
Finishing work can include:
sanding
priming
painting
sealing
staining
decorating.
What documentation could be relevant?
Documentation could include:
completing necessary paperwork
communicating with supervisor that you have completed the task
photographing the finisher piece
filing necessary paperwork.

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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Knowledge and application of relevant sections of:
occupational, health and safety legislation; statutory legislation;
enterprise/site safety procedures;
enterprise/site emergency procedures
preparation and planning of work
perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently
relevant standards and procedures
interpret work instructions and locate and apply relevant information.
apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment.
follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
achieve required production output and product quality.
adapt or vary furnishing product designs.
construct, assemble and finish at least one basic furnishing product from the list in the range statement.
work effectively with others.
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Specific resources required for assessment
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials, woodworking machinery and a work area.
Access is required to opportunities and appropriate resources to either:
carry out a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely (usually as part of a holistic assessment involving other competency units), and/or
participate in actual workplace activities that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely