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Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment

Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFKB3005
State Code
WI560
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
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency covers planning production processes, and constructing and assembling components to fabricate cabinets that meet predetermined specifications in a manufacturing workshop environment. It includes operating computer numerically controlled (CNC) and static machines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan cabinet construction
  • 1.1 Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.2 Drawings, specifications and customer instructions are completed or interpreted, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity
  • 1.3 Construction techniques to be used in cabinet manufacture are identified and selected
  • 1.4 Industry standards for cabinet construction are determined
  • 1.5 Construction and assembly sequence is planned
  • 1.6 A cutting list is developed from the plan
  • 1.7 Tools, machines and equipment suitable for construction are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
  • 1.8 Procedures for checking quality at each stage of the process are determined
  • 1.9 Work area is cleared and prepared for production
2 Select and prepare materials for cabinet construction
  • 2.1 Features, benefits and limitations of materials and components used for cabinet construction are identified
  • 2.2 Surface treatments used for cabinets in a range of applications are identified
  • 2.3 Industry standards for materials used in cabinets are identified
  • 2.4 Materials to meet the customer requirements are selected and prepared for use
3 Select and prepare cabinet components
  • 3.1 Features, benefits and limitations of components used for cabinets in a range of applications are identified
  • 3.2 Components to meet the customer requirements are selected and prepared for use
4 Construct cabinets
  • 4.1 Observe WHS requirements, including personal protection needs, throughout the work
  • 4.2 Use tools, machines and equipment in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Cut and form materials in accordance with the plan
  • 4.4 Cabinets are manufactured and checked against set-outs for tolerances, fit and accuracy
  • 4.5 Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints
5 Assemble cabinets
  • 5.1 Cabinets are assembled using components identified in construction plan
  • 5.2 Components are attached and checked against set-outs for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
  • 5.3 Doors, drawers and shelves are assembled and fitted
  • 5.4 Product is prepared for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks
  • 5.5 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of according to environmental standards
  • 5.6 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2767 LMFKB3005A Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ98 MSFFM3042 Fabricate cabinetry Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J739 MSF31113 Certificate III in Cabinet Making Qualification