Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan and prepare for work

1.1

Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions

1.2

Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.4

Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability, and any faults reported to supervisor

2

Dismantle furniture and/or fitting item

2.1

Items to be dismantled are identified

2.2

Items are dismantled to the extent required in the work instructions using appropriate tools and procedures

2.3

Fasteners and attachments are removed, tagged and stored

2.4

Component parts are separated, tagged and stored following workplace procedures

2.5

Component parts are despatched to the next process according to workplace procedures

3

Re-assemble furniture and/or fitting item

3.1

Items to be re-assembled are identified

3.2

Items are re-assembled to the extent required in the work instructions using appropriate tools and procedures

3.3

Fasteners and attachments selected and used according to workplace procedures

3.4

Fasteners and attachments selected and used according to workplace procedures

3.5

Assembled item is despatched to the next process according to workplace procedures

4

Clean work area maintain equipment and complete operations

4.1

Equipment used is cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored according to workplace procedures

4.2

Equipment faults are identified, tagged and reported to appropriate personnel

4.3

Work area is cleaned and returned to operational condition

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous 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
• work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving during the process of dismantling and re-assembling of furniture and/or furnishings

Furniture and/or fittings include: 

• chairs
• tables
• desks
• wall units
• buffets
• side tables
• drawers

Tools and equipment include: 

• measuring tapes or rulers
• hammers
• rubber mallet
• pincers
• screwdrivers
• shifting spanner
• spanners
• socket set
• hacksaw and blades
• clamps
• timber wedges
• long nose pliers
• power drill/screwdrivers
• air compressor and hoses

Materials include: 

• timber
• manufactured board
• veneer
• brass
• metal
• adhesive
• laminate
• perspex

Personal protective equipment includes: 

• that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include: 

• workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
• work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
• workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
• manufacturer specifications and operational procedures