This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut simple mat boards by hand and machine for the mounting of artwork.

This unit applies to picture framers cutting mat board in accordance with pre-determined frame designs.

No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.

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List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Read work order and identify cutting requirements
Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work
Select and check tools and equipment for suitability, quality, serviceability and safety prior to use
Select mat cutting machines and blades suited to the required cut and adjust for angled, circular or oval cuts
Set cutting equipment components, controls and clamping systems
Select, accurately measure and lay out board material in accordance with work requirements and to minimise waste
Plan the work sequence suited to the job
Place and clamp mat board on machine
Inspect cut board for compliance with quality and work order requirements and rectify any deficiencies
Achieve required cut quality, output and wastage within allowable limits through correct operation of cutting equipment
Identify and report problems occurring during work operations to appropriate persons
Make routine equipment adjustments to achieve required output
Mark completed work for identification and store in accordance with workplace procedures
Identify and store items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish
Accurately complete required workplace documentation
Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
Read work order and identify cutting requirements
Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work
Select and check tools and equipment for suitability, quality, serviceability and safety prior to use
Select mat cutting machines and blades suited to the required cut and adjust for angled, circular or oval cuts
Set cutting equipment components, controls and clamping systems
Select, accurately measure and lay out board material in accordance with work requirements and to minimise waste
Plan the work sequence suited to the job

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFPF2012 - Cut mat boards

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFPF2012 - Cut mat boards

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