Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Hand tools for furniture making are to include, but not be limited to:
hand planes
chisels
hand saws
spokeshave
hammer
mallet
marking-out tools
files
rasps
scraper
screwdrivers and hand drill

Power tools for furniture making are to include, but not be limited to:
drop saw
circular power saw
planer
drill
jig saw
router
trimmer
biscuit machine
brad/nail and staple gun and sanders

Unit scope

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to perform work tasks which should include dressing materials, cutting joints, finishing surfaces, cutting straight and compound angles, jointing materials, edge trimming and the basic grinding of cutting tools

Unit context

OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Fault reporting

Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools may be verbal or written

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Locate and apply relevant information related to hand and power tools
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, tools, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to and during use of the range of hand and power tools stipulated in the range statement
Carry out operator maintenance on hand and power tools, including the grinding of:
chisels
hard plane blades or irons
drill bits
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of hand tools commonly used in furniture production
Types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of power tools commonly used in furniture production
Workplace safety requirements and OH&S legislation
Workflow within the workplace

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to hand and power tools, work orders, maintenance systems and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use workplace technology related to the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools

Resource Implications
Furniture making sector hand and power tools. Materials used in the manufacturing and/or installation of furnishing products.

Method of Assessment
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)