Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Unit context
OHS 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 requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks
Hand tools for furniture polishing are to include:
cabinet scraper
chisel
hammer
nail punch
cork sanding block
putty knife
paint scraper
paint brush
blender
mop brush
swooge
pencil brush
file
oil stone
Hand tools for furniture polishing may also include:
polish rubbers
clamps
screwdrivers
rubber mallet
spokeshave
pliers
pincers
spanners
Power tools for furniture polishing are to include:
orbital sander
steam iron
spray gun
compressor
Fixed/static machinery for furniture polishing are to include:
belt/stroke sander
compressor
Fault reporting
Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools/basic static machines 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, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer 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
Locate and apply relevant information related to sector hand and power tools/basic static machines
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 hand, power tools and basic static machines as listed in the Range Statement
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications
Furniture polishing sector hand and power tools/basic static machines and materials used in the finishing of furniture.

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 should be conducted over time and should be in conjunction with assessment of other 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.