Unit of competency Outline

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Restore books

Restore books

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF467
State Code
AUM78
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine the condition and appropriate materials and techniques required to restore a book. It applies to individuals who apply solutions to a defined range of problems relating to the restoration and production of hand bound books. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess physical condition of book to be rebound/restored
  • 1.1 Physical construction and binding style of the book are identified
  • 1.2 Areas of damage and weakness are identified and recorded
2. Identify and select treatment options
  • 2.1 Paper and cover cleaning options are assessed
  • 2.2 Paper and cover repair options are assessed
  • 2.3 Ethical/rarity/value cost alternatives are evaluated
  • 2.4 Treatment options are discussed with owner
3. Assemble materials for binding
  • 3.1 Materials and equipment are assembled according to job specifications
  • 3.2 Binding equipment is set up according to job specifications
4. Dissect/pull down book
  • 4.1 Original page securing method and section structure are determined
  • 4.2 Cover/endpapers, threads and stitches are removed with minimal damage to sections and text
  • 4.3 Sheets and sections are cleaned with minimal damage
  • 4.4 Dog-ears are straightened with old joints flattened
  • 4.5 Book is pressed
5. Treat paper
  • 5.1 Paper is cleaned using dry or wet methods as appropriate
  • 5.2 Paper is de-acidified if necessary by most appropriate method
  • 5.3 Paper is repaired and/or reinforced using appropriate methods
  • 5.4 Paper is resized if required
  • 5.5 New paper is tinted to resemble original if requested
  • 5.6 Wire stitches or sewing threads are removed
  • 5.7 Original adhesive is removed without damaging the book
6. Resew book
  • 6.1 Appropriate sewing supports are selected and spaced according to job specifications
  • 6.2 Consistent thread tension is maintained during sewing
  • 6.3 Sections are aligned at the head
  • 6.4 Swelling is monitored and controlled
  • 6.5 Headbands are re-sewn if necessary
7. Forward book by hand
  • 7.1 Old spine and sides and turn-ins are lifted and reattached if rebacking is necessary
  • 7.2 Edges are knocked up into original alignment
  • 7.3 Round and back spine are glued
  • 7.4 Spine lining is attached
  • 7.5 Appropriate corner repairs on coverboards are carried out
  • 7.6 Boards are reattached
  • 7.7 New covering material is tinted to resemble original if requested
  • 7.8 Text blocks are covered or rebacked
  • 7.9 Endpapers are pasted down or hinge realigned
  • 7.10 Book is opened after pressing
8. Finish book by hand
  • 8.1 Book is hand finished according to job specifications
  • 8.2 Typeface size and type are appropriate
  • 8.3 Design is in keeping with period of publication
  • 8.4 An even embellishment is applied
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3080 ICPCF467C Restore books Unit of competency