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Complete a basic furniture finishing project

Complete a basic furniture finishing project

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF1001
State Code
WI312
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030117 - Furniture Polishing
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers planning, preparing and completing a basic furniture finishing project involving the coating of surfaces by either hand or spray application.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions
  • 1.2 Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation
  • 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) 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 timber surfaces in accordance with manufacturer 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 manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards
  • 3.5 Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish in accordance with manufacturer 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 manufacturer 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 work area
  • 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
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8505 LMFFF1001B Complete a basic furniture finishing product Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ86 MSFFP2014 Use basic finishing techniques on timber surfaces Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J724 MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing Qualification