Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to hand finish upholstered furniture by the application of concealed and decorative finishing techniques. |
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. Job requirement is identified from work order or other instructions which will include any special requirements for finishing 1.2. Required materials, upholstered components to be finished and appropriate tools and equipment are identified from work order 1.3. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.4. Items to be finished are assembled in an appropriate work area and inspected for appropriate quality 1.5. Appropriate tools, equipment and finishing materials and hardware are selected |
2. Apply finishing techniques |
2.1. Finishing techniques are applied in accordance with workplace procedures 2.2. Problems are notified following workplace procedures 2.3. Finished upholstered item is inspected against work requirement with unsatisfactory finish being redirected for reworking |
3. Complete work |
3.1. Finished work is package/stored/tagged and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures 3.2. Any required documentation is completed and processed following workplace procedures 3.3. Tools and equipment used are cleaned, maintained as required and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 3.4. Work area is cleaned with waste and scrap being removed/recycled 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 |
Appropriate sewing equipment, hardware, fabrics, work order, workplace information including work 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 together 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 context |
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Finishing techniques |
Finishing techniques may be:
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Tools and equipment may include : |
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Materials to be used in finishing items may include but are not limited to : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. 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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