Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan for using tuning hammers
- Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices relevant to tuning pianos are verified and complied with
- Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
- Written instructions are followed
- Select tools and equipment
- Set pin in specified position
- Correct posture for tuning is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
- Pin is set at desired pitch utilising a pitch standard, within accuracy constraints to + or – 0.5 cents
- Key is struck using stabilising blows
- Coordinated motor and auditory reflexes are demonstrated throughout tuning
- Strings are tuned and stabilised using appropriate techniques
- Clean up work area