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Select timbers for furniture production

Select timbers for furniture production

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFM3010B
State Code
W8617
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/11/2009
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
03/11/2009
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit covers the competency required to select timbers for use in production by applying knowledge of timber technology
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine timber requirement
  • 1.1. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.2. Structural requirements for timbers are determined from workplace documentation
  • 1.3. Timber is assessed for suitability in accordance with selection criteria
  • 1.4. Written report is prepared substantiating selection of timber
2. Evaluate timber selected
  • 2.1. Other materials which may be incorporated into furnishing item are identified and compatibility factors to be considered are recorded for inclusion in production plans
  • 2.2. Moisture content of timber selected is determined to ensure compliance with production requirements
  • 2.3. Density and working properties of timber are determined to ensure compliance with production requirements
  • 2.4. Any faults or features in the timber are identified and strategies are suggested to overcome/minimise their effects
  • 2.5. Recommendations on any changes to appropriate finishes and adhesives are recorded for inclusion in production plans
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.
Furnishing items include:
solid timber furniture
upholstered furniture and occasional items
Unit context
Work involves the selection of appropriate timbers for use in the production of furniture items
OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Timbers may include:
indigenous and overseas timbers
Selection criteria may include:
aesthetic appeal
shape
volumes required and characteristics
Working properties may include:
hardness
strength and brittleness
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, prototypes, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
Manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials








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
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
From a range of ten common furniture species samples, identify the species correctly, match it to a specified application and justify the choice
Correctly identify natural and seasoning faults in selected timbers
Use a moisture meter to measure the moisture content in a minimum of three samples, including one hard and one soft timber
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource Implications
Timber, moisture content measuring devices.

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 may, where appropriate, 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 equipment and tools, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0291 LMFFM3010A Select timbers for furniture production Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI429 MSFFM3008 Select timbers for furniture production Unit of competency