Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 2. Minor upgrades. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSFKB3006 Install fitted cabinets and components (Release 1)
Release 1. New unit of competency
Application
This unit of competency covers installing cabinets in residential and commercial environments according to specifications and design plans, including the application of selected components to achieve a quality finish. It includes accessing and applying information and instructions for the use of components and cabinet products.
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking kitchen and bathroom work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Pre-requisite Unit
Competency Field
Unit Sector
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Determine requirements for cabinet components |
1.1 |
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work |
1.2 |
Information resources for cabinet components is identified and accessed to inform the installation |
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1.3 |
Features of components are identified and verified as suitable for the application |
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1.4 |
Tools and equipment required for applying components are identified and prepared |
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1.5 |
Cabinets are checked to ensure markings and holes required for components are correctly located |
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2 |
Install cabinets |
2.1 |
Designs or plans are interpreted to determine cabinet installation requirements |
2.2 |
Cabinet markings are confirmed to ensure accurate installation |
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2.3 |
Measurements are made to confirm fit |
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2.4 |
Cabinets are installed according to plans and specifications |
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2.5 |
Appliance installation requirements and service features are accommodated in installation |
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2.6 |
Components are fixed according to cabinet requirements |
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2.7 |
Hand and power tools are used safely and efficiently |
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2.8 |
Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of according to environmental standards |
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3 |
Check quality finish |
3.1 |
Measurements are made to ensure cabinet is square and level |
3.2 |
Edges and lines are checked to ensure fit is level, straight and flush |
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3.3 |
Doors, drawers, runners, handles and latches are checked for correct alignment |
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3.4 |
Tolerances are checked to ensure they meet standard requirements |
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3.5 |
Workplace documentation is completed |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. Detail on appropriate performance levels for each furnishing unit of competency in reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy utilising the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) are provided in the Furnishing Training Package Implementation Guide.
Range of Conditions
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. |
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Unit context includes: |
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Cabinet components include: |
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Features of components include: |
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Appliances include: |
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Services include: |
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Fixing includes: |
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Personal protective equipment includes: |
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Information and procedures include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 2. Minor upgrades. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSFKB3006 Install fitted cabinets and components (Release 1)
Release 1. New unit of competency
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0601ab95-583a-4e93-b2d4-cfb27b03ed73