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Prepare and assemble base unit

Prepare and assemble base unit

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFMB2001
State Code
WI572
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers assembling components to construct bases for mattresses, including timber platforms, webbing, coil springs, grid wires, foam and padding.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for base assembly
  • 1.1 Specifications are used to determine job requirements, including design, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity
  • 1.2 Assembly sequence is planned
  • 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.4 Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • 1.5 Fixing devices are selected in line with work instructions and type of materials to be joined
  • 1.6 Components, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected
  • 1.7 Tools and equipment suitable to the fixing method are selected and checked for safe operation
  • 1.8 Appropriate jigs are selected
2 Assemble base components
  • 2.1 Components are laid out and assembled using jigs and appropriate fastenings
  • 2.2 Hand and/or power tools, equipment are used as required
  • 2.3 Assembled base is checked for compliance with specifications
  • 2.4 Spring grid/unit is attached to base
  • 2.5 Fabric is upholstered to base according to specifications
  • 2.6 Base is finished to eliminate all excess materials
  • 2.7 Bases which do not meet quality specifications are repaired or tagged for further processing or recycling/disposal
3 Identify quality requirements
  • 3.1 Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted
  • 3.2 Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented
  • 3.4 Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures
4 Clean work area/s and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with WHS procedures
  • 4.2 Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8699 LMFMB2002B Prepare and assemble base unit Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification