Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to apply contemporary upholstery foundations to upholstered furniture. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for work |
1.1. Work order or instructions are used to confirm type of contemporary furniture foundations to be applied 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. Attaching methods are identified and fitting sequence is determined 1.4. Suitable work area is selected and prepared 1.5. Tools and hardware for the application of the foundation are selected and checked for safe operation 1.6. Contemporary foundation components are selected as required |
2. Attach contemporary foundation |
2.1. Mounting points are measured and marked on the frame, as required 2.2. Contemporary foundation is positioned and appropriate fasteners are used to secure it to the item 2.3. The applied foundation is inspected for fit, finish and quality with those requiring reworking/refitting being tagged for further reprocessing or recycling/disposal in accordance with workplace practices 2.4. Process is monitored and conditions which may affect quality standards are noted 2.5. Variations to normal activities are reported in accordance with workplace procedures 2.6. Authorised changes in standard operating procedures and work order or instructions are implemented |
3. Complete work |
3.1. Workplace documentation, including stock usage, is completed in accordance with workplace procedures 3.2. Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3. Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures 3.4. Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 3.5. Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Furniture frames and contemporary fittings such as webbing stock, no-sag springs, padding materials, tools and equipment, work order and procedures. |
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 be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Unit scope |
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Unit context |
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Tools and equipment may include , but are not limited to : |
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Materials to be applied may include , but are not limited to : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices for overhead lifting. It may include:
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Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Upholstery |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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