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Regulate actions, keys and pedals of grand pianos

Regulate actions, keys and pedals of grand pianos

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPT3007
State Code
WI605
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
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
16
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices relevant to regulating actions, keys and pedals of grand pianos are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Customer requirements are received, analysed and confirmed with appropriate personnel
  • 1.3 Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
2 Prepare, measure and assess
  • 2.1 Correct posture for regulating is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
  • 2.2 Tools and equipment are selected consistent with the needs of the job
  • 2.3 Selected tools and equipment are checked for service ability and safety, and any faults repaired and reported according to workplace practices
  • 2.4 Personal protective equipment is correctly fitted and used
  • 2.5 Trial regulation standards are set to determine correct action operation
  • 2.6 Checking and re-adjusting are carried out, as required
3 Align action components
  • 3.1 Alignment of action rail is checked and adjusted
  • 3.2 Hammer running alignment and angling is adjusted
  • 3.3 Wippen alignment procedures are performed
  • 3.4 Action is bedded to key frame and the key frame bedded to the key bed
4 Regulate keys
  • 4.1 Keys are levelled, squared and spaced according to industry specifications
  • 4.2 Key depth is adjusted
5 Regulate actions
  • 5.1 Jack to roller alignment and repetition lever height is adjusted
  • 5.2 Striking distance is adjusted to industry specifications
  • 5.3 Let off is adjusted
  • 5.4 Checking distance is adjusted
  • 5.5 Repetition spring is adjusted
  • 5.6 Hammer drop is adjusted
  • 5.7 Dampers are regulated to industry specifications
6 Make final check and inspection
  • 6.1 Grand piano is inspected for playability and performance
  • 6.2 Adjustments to action and pedals as required
7 Clean up work area
  • 7.1 All tools, materials and other equipment are checked, cleaned and returned to their appropriate location
  • 7.2 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 7.3 Workplace documentation is completed and filed
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEK85 MSFPT4005 Regulate actions, keys and pedals of grand pianos Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J740 MSF31213 Certificate III in Piano Technology Qualification