Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Identify the purpose of the jig or fixture

1.1

Purpose of the jig or fixture, and the equipment it is to be used on is established

1.2

Proposed service life of jig or fixture is established

1.3

Tolerances allowed are identified

1.4

Materials for jig construction are established

1.5

Quality requirements for each stage of the construction process are identified

2

Plan jig or fixture construction

2.1

Plan of proposed jig or fixture is produced

2.2

Approval of design is gained through workplace procedures

2.3

Steps or stages in production are planned, noting check points for measurements and tests

3

Collect materials and equipment

3.1

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

3.2

Sufficient materials to complete the project are assembled ready for use

3.3

Suitable work area is selected

3.4

Hand and/or power tools are identified and checked for serviceability and assembled in work area

3.5

Appropriate equipment required is identified and checked for serviceability

4

Construct the jig or fixture

4.1

Production plan is followed to construct the jig or fixture

4.2

Tools and equipment are used in accordance with workplace procedures

4.3

Quality checks are conducted at the identified points

4.4

Modifications are identified and recommended within workplace procedures

4.5

Modifications to the plan are documented and followed

4.6

Jig or fixture is checked for fitness for purpose

5

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

5.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

5.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

5.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

5.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

5.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

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.

Machines for which jigs and fixtures are made include: 

• band saws
• cross-cut saws
• jig saws
• mitre saws
• panel and rip saws
• belt sanders
• panel planers
• surface planers
• horizontal borers
• vertical drill presses
• mortisers
• tenoners
• spindle moulders
• overhead and inverted pin routing machines

Uses for jigs and fixtures include: 

• holding
• shaping
• drilling
• cutting
• routing

Production of components requiring jigs and fixtures include: 

• chair legs
• shaping curved components
• end panels
• trenching
• grooving

Tools and equipment include: 

• measuring tapes or rulers
• hammers
• mallets
• squares
• bevels
• chisels
• planes
• hand saws
• power saws
• power drills/screwdrivers
• pneumatic tools, compressor and spray equipment
• clamps
• screwdrivers
• pincers

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code, and local safe operating procedures
• 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 in the set up and operation of machines
• competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Materials used in the construction of jigs and fixtures include: 

• solid timber
• manufactured board
• metal
• plastics
• synthetic solids
• laminates and non-ferrous materials

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