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Construct cane furniture

Construct cane furniture

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFM2009B
State Code
W8606
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/09/2008
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/09/2008
Nominal Hours
84
Description
This unit covers the competency to construct and assemble cane furniture
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.2. Tools, machines and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.3. Furniture design, tolerances, process, materials and quantities are determined from work instructions
  • 1.4. Construction and assembly sequence is planned
  • 1.5. Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • 1.6. Suitable work area is selected for the task
  • 1.7. Preparatory drawings/set-outs for tasks are completed
  • 1.8. Cutting list for components is developed
  • 1.9. Materials are selected following work instructions
2. Complete construction
  • 2.1. Material is set out and prepared according to work instructions and components are marked according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2. Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications
  • 2.3. Components are manufactured, including any specified shapes, angles or curves, and checked against set out and job requirements
  • 2.4. Components are assembled using jigs and/or clamps and fastenings
  • 2.5. Adhesives are applied according to workplace procedures and/or manufacturers' instructions
  • 2.6. Joining process is undertaken according to workplace procedures
  • 2.7. Assembled furniture is checked for compliance with specifications
  • 2.8. Furniture is prepared for finishing
  • 2.9. Any non-conformity with the required quality standards is rectified
3. Finalise operation
  • 3.1. Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices
  • 3.2. Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3. Off-cuts and unused materials are collected and stored for reuse or disposed following workplace procedures
  • 3.4. Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Cane furniture may include:
lounge chairs
dining chairs
tables
side tables
coffee tables
entertainment units
bookcases
Preparation for finishing
Preparation for finishing includes the application of binding cane/peel and the sanding of the furniture
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
Work involves reading and interpreting plans, developing set-outs, using hand and power tools and equipment and operating woodworking machinery.
Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of cane furniture
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
hand saws
power saws
power drills/screwdrivers
pneumatic tools
clamps
screwdrivers
pincers
nail guns
pin nailers
glue guns
Machines may include, but are not limited to:
band saws
docking saws
jig saws
bench saws
vertical drill presses and presses
Checking of constructed product is to cover:
squareness
parallel
twist
and distortion
Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:
cane
timber
manufactured board
adhesives
screws
nails
binding cane
steel bars
metal recliner actions
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 and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures








EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
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 and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Construct a minimum of three cane furniture items products, including:
two or three seater lounge
oval dining table
dining chair
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, cane and woodworking machinery, materials and a work area.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
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 construction equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0280 LMFFM2009A Construct cane furniture Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI418 MSFFM2009 Construct cane furniture Unit of competency