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Fabricate cabinetry

Fabricate cabinetry

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM3042
State Code
OEJ98
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to fabricate components from manufactured board or timber and assemble them into cabinets. Workers with this competency follow established procedures in timber technology industries using discretion, judgement and problem solving to identify and resolve routine product and machine issues.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan fabrication process
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements and cutting list specifications from work documentation
  • 1.2 Prepare working drawings and set outs to meet task requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.4 Check that materials meet task quality requirements.
  • 1.5 Identify procedures for waste minimisation and energy efficiency while completing task
2 Set up machines
  • 2.1 Check that emergency stops, gauges, guards, controls and safety equipment are functional prior to machine start-up
  • 2.2 Complete machine settings and adjust to meet task requirements in compliance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3 Check that cutting tools, jigs and other required tools and equipment are available, safe and functional
  • 2.4 Complete trial runs to check that machine is fully functional and that finished work meets task accuracy and quality requirements
  • 2.5 Identify and make necessary adjustments to machine settings to meet task quality and efficiency requirements
3 Convert board to product components
  • 3.1 Follow machine start-up procedures in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 3.2 Position material in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Operate machine in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.4 Monitor machine operation to ensure product quality and output
  • 3.5 Check waste quantities and make adjustments to minimise it
  • 3.6 Confirm components against set-outs for required tolerances, fit and accuracy and recycle or discard non-compliant components in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Recognise problems with product or machine operation and resolve or report to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Assemble cabinet
  • 4.1 Assemble components and check against plans or set-out for accuracy, including dimensions, square and tolerances
  • 4.2 Prepare product for final finish in accordance with task requirements
5 Finalise operation
  • 5.1 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 5.2 Clean machinery, complete routine maintenance and leave in a safe mode in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Identify, tag and report faulty equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Complete job documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI420 MSFFM2011 Apply manufactured board conversion techniques Unit of competency
WI560 MSFKB3005 Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment Unit of competency