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Construct joints for custom furniture

Construct joints for custom furniture

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM4002
State Code
WI447
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers joining timber by constructing joints using hand and portable power tools. It includes adapting/designing joints that are compatible with the product material, purpose and style of the furniture and supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the wide variety of furnishing maker operations. The competency applies to a work room and on-site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a highly skilled craftsman or artisan level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to constructing joints for custom furniture are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Instructions, plans and/or design briefs are read and interpreted to identify furniture joint requirements
  • 1.3 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.4 Product purpose, furniture style and construction material are identified
  • 1.5 Joints are identified and type of joint to be used is selected and adapted/designed as necessary
  • 1.6 Tools, adhesives and fasteners are selected to match the joint type
  • 1.7 Quality checking procedures are developed and documented for each step in the joint construction process
2 Make joint
  • 2.1 Cutting and joining lines are marked out to suit joint type
  • 2.2 Measurements and calculations are checked for accuracy to ensure quality outcomes
  • 2.3 Timber features are identified and optimal usage criteria are observed
  • 2.4 Timber is cut to specification, inspected and prepared for joining
  • 2.5 Timber is joined in accordance with the job specifications
  • 2.6 Fasteners and adhesives are used to make joints firm where required
  • 2.7 Finished joint is checked against quality requirements
3 Finalise the work sequence
  • 3.1 The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification
  • 3.2 Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification
  • 3.3 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 3.4 Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8635 LMFFM4006A Construct joints for custom furniture Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODZ51 MSFFDM4004 Construct joints for custom furniture Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J742 MSF40213 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology Qualification