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Identify materials suitable for kitchen or bathroom construction

Identify materials suitable for kitchen or bathroom construction

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFP2009
State Code
BAX74
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit specifies the competency required to identify materials suitable for the construction of kitchens or bathrooms.It is designed for use in a pre-employment skills introduction program and is suitable for use in institutional-based vocational programs. Skills development will take place under direct supervision.This unit is not to be used in a traineeship or apprenticeship training program or associated qualifications. It is only to be used in pre-employment programs and carries no credit towards apprenticeship/trade and other qualification types in manufacturing and furnishings.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Research materials used in kitchen or bathroom construction
  • 1.1 Research and identify types and sources of materials suitable for use in the construction of kitchens or bathrooms
  • 1.2 Identify characteristics of materials and describe advantages of those materials to each other
  • 1.3 Identify generic and trade names for materials
  • 1.4 Identify the workplace, health and safety (WHS) considerations for materials used in furniture production
2 Identify materials used in kitchen or bathroom cabinet construction
  • 2.1 Identify types of materials used in cabinet construction
  • 2.2 Determine handling and care requirements
  • 2.3 Determine the benefits and constraints, including range and cost
3 Identify materials used in benchtop construction
  • 3.1 Identify types of materials used in benchtop construction
  • 3.2 Determine handling and care requirements
  • 3.3 Determine the benefits and constraints, including range and cost
4 Identify materials used in door production
  • 4.1 Identify types of materials used in cabinet door production
  • 4.2 Determine handling and care requirements
  • 4.3 Identify the types finishes available for cabinet doors
  • 4.4 Determine the benefits and constraints, including range and cost
5 Identify materials used in splashbacks
  • 5.1 Identify types of materials used to create splashbacks
  • 5.2 Determine handling and care requirements
  • 5.3 Determine the benefits and constraints, including range and cost
6 Identify bases/feet for base cabinets
  • 6.1 Identify types of bases/feet for base cabinets
  • 6.2 Determine the benefits and constraints, including range and cost
7 Develop proposals for materials for use in kitchen/bathroom construction
  • 7.1 Identify requirements from client brief, project sheets or work instructions
  • 7.2 Select the most appropriate materials to suit the client needs according to the information provided
  • 7.3 Record the selection of all materials giving reasons for selection
  • 7.4 Determine the work, health and safety (WHS) and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and considerations for the materials selected
  • 7.5 Develop a proposal for materials for use in an inexpensive bathroom cabinet fitout and a ‘high end’ kitchen, in accordance with common industry procedures
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEM31 MSFFP2019 Source and review information about kitchen, bathroom and laundry design Unit of competency