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Construct a basic roll-up blind

Construct a basic roll-up blind

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFP2016
State Code
OEJ83
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to follow basic processes for the construction of a roll-up blind. It includes the use of a limited range of tools, equipment and construction techniques. Learners with his competency have basic skills to support further study or entry-level work in furnishing and furniture making industries. This unit is usually delivered within a pre-employment training program.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify construction requirements
  • 1.1 Identify task requirements from work documentation or spoken instructions from supervisor
  • 1.2 Identify key steps in construction process
  • 1.3 Check, under supervisor guidance, that tools and equipment are suitable, safe and functional
  • 1.4 Check that materials and hardware meet task requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and follow workplace health and safety requirements
2. Follow blind construction process
  • 2.1 Calculate allowances for hardware, joins and hems
  • 2.2 Lay out material flat and square on cutting table large enough to take full width of material and mark to indicate cut lines
  • 2.3 Safely use tools to cut fabric and finish bottom and side hems to meet task requirements
  • 2.4 Select cut and attach splines and rollers to meet task requirements
  • 2.5 Attach control mechanism, pin, lath and ring pull and/or bottom rail to meet task requirements
  • 2.6 Attach child safety mechanisms
3. Apply quality checks
  • 3.1 Check that finished blind performs within normal operational limits and meets task requirements
  • 3.2 Identify and repair or rework parts of blind that do not meet requirements
4. Finalise operation and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Clean, package and store completed work in accordance with procedures
  • 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with procedures and report any faulty tools and equipment to supervisor
  • 4.3 Clean work area and dispose of waste in accordance with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI251 MSFBA1001 Construct a basic roll-up blind Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIJ5 MSF10122 Certificate I in Furnishing Qualification
BIJ8 MSF20522 Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways Qualification