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Produce timber veneered components for custom furniture

Produce timber veneered components for custom furniture

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDM4016
State Code
ODZ68
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce timber veneered components including laminates (two or more layers of veneer adhered to each other) for custom-made furniture and similar products in a wide variety of operations.This unit applies to individuals working in a manufacturing or design studio environment who produce custom curved or shaped components, either alone or as part of an internal or external team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Verify and comply with relevant legislative, work health and safety and workplace requirements relating to producing timber veneered components
  • 1.2 Read and interpret job specifications to identify processes and materials
  • 1.3 Identify, evaluate and select suitable timber or timber veneer material, evaluated and selected
  • 1.4 Check tools, equipment and materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Plan and document sequence of work, including starting point, to ensure efficiency and quality of finish
  • 1.6 Develop and document quality-checking procedures for each step in veneering process
2. Prepare timber veneer
  • 2.1 Select timber and prepare the cutting face in accordance with procedures
  • 2.2 Cut timber veneer along grain at specified thickness
  • 2.3 Monitor veneer thickness and consistency in context of size and tolerances
  • 2.4 Dress veneer to the required tolerances for further use
3. Lay out and prepare materials
  • 3.1 Lay out veneer design from job specifications
  • 3.2 Select veneers and check for flaws
  • 3.3 Match veneers and select and prepare for method of joining to adjacent veneers
  • 3.4 Prepare for application and lay out veneers
  • 3.5 Select and prepare suitable processes for joining to backing and adjacent veneers
  • 3.6 Select and prepare for style of edge finish
4. Apply or fit and finish
  • 4.1 Measure, mark and cut veneers to size, and apply to base material
  • 4.2 Apply adhesives in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 4.3 Apply selected joining process in accordance with workplace procedures, including use of protective equipment
  • 4.4 Complete final trim and finishing to job specifications
  • 4.5 Check work against required quality standards, and rectify any non-conformities
5. Finalise the work sequence
  • 5.1 Prepare product for finishing in accordance with design specification
  • 5.2 Clean, maintain and store carving tools in accordance with manufacturer specification
  • 5.3 Clean and clear work area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Complete workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI449 MSFFM4004 Produce timber veneered components for custom furniture Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHR4 MSF40222 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing Qualification