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Use furniture finishing hand and power tools

Use furniture finishing hand and power tools

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFF2009
State Code
OEL61
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
48
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use hand and power tools for furniture finishing. Workers with this competency use tools to complete routine tasks. 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. Prepare for tool use
  • 1.1 Identify task requirement from work instructions
  • 1.2 Select appropriate tool for task and identify work health and safety requirements for its use
  • 1.3 Confirm serviceability and safety of tool and report any faults to supervisor
  • 1.4 Select equipment to hold or support material based on the tool selected and the nature of the task
  • 1.5 Prepare material and hold in position to ensure safe operation
2. Use tools
  • 2.1 Use tools safely and in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2 Use techniques that optimise the effective use of the tool for the nominated task
  • 2.3 Ensure safe state, position and location of tools in the work area when not in immediate use
  • 2.4 Follow safety procedures for the use of power and the handling of power tools
3. Clean up work area and tools
  • 3.1 Clean tools and equipment using suitable cleaning materials and agents
  • 3.2 Complete routine operator maintenance on tools in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Store tools and equipment based on workplace requirements and their specific storage needs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI313 MSFFF2001 Use furniture finishing sector hand and power tools Unit of competency