Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSFFF1001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Complete a basic furniture finishing project

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFF1001 - Complete a basic furniture finishing project
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers planning, preparing and completing a basic furniture finishing project involving the coating of surfaces by either hand or spray application.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to coating materials, timber components/furnishings requiring finishing and cleaning materials.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for work
  • Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions
  • Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability, and any faults reported to supervisor
       
Element: Prepare surface and materials for finishing process
  • Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards
  • Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults are reported or repaired according to workplace procedures and standards
  • Techniques for application of materials for finishing process are identified and used according to workplace procedures
  • Materials suitable for basic surface finishing are prepared
       
Element: Colour is applied to timber surface
  • Stain is applied to timber surfaces in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards
  • Stained surface is sealed with polish using mop brush, blender or swooge
  • Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth
  • Wood filler or sanding sealer are applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards
  • Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards
       
Element: Finishing material is applied to surface
  • Finishing material is applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications until required build is achieved
  • Finishing material is cut back to remove surface defects and/or foreign material in accordance with workplace procedures and standards
  • Surface is burnished with fine steel wool and lubricating oil to achieve even sheen
       
Element: Clean up work area
  • Workplace is cleared of debris and unused materials
  • Wood filler and lubricating oil rags are disposed of safely having regard for spontaneous combustion
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Plan and prepare for work

1.1

Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions

1.2

Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation

1.3

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

1.4

Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability, and any faults reported to supervisor

2

Prepare surface and materials for finishing process

2.1

Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards

2.2

Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults are reported or repaired according to workplace procedures and standards

2.3

Techniques for application of materials for finishing process are identified and used according to workplace procedures

2.4

Materials suitable for basic surface finishing are prepared

3

Colour is applied to timber surface

3.1

Stain is applied to timber surfaces in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.2

Stained surface is sealed with polish using mop brush, blender or swooge

3.3

Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth

3.4

Wood filler or sanding sealer are applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.5

Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.6

Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth

4

Finishing material is applied to surface

4.1

Finishing material is applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications until required build is achieved

4.2

Finishing material is cut back to remove surface defects and/or foreign material in accordance with workplace procedures and standards

4.3

Surface is burnished with fine steel wool and lubricating oil to achieve even sheen

5

Clean up work area

5.1

Workplace is cleared of debris and unused materials

5.2

Wood filler and lubricating oil rags are disposed of safely having regard for spontaneous combustion

5.3

Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Complete a basic furniture finishing project

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Characteristics, limitations and uses of coating materials required for the project

Coating application equipment, techniques and safe working procedures

Basic repair techniques to defects in timber surfaces

Safe handling of materials associated with applying coatings

Submission Requirements

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

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Plan and prepare for work

1.1

Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions

1.2

Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation

1.3

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

1.4

Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability, and any faults reported to supervisor

2

Prepare surface and materials for finishing process

2.1

Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards

2.2

Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults are reported or repaired according to workplace procedures and standards

2.3

Techniques for application of materials for finishing process are identified and used according to workplace procedures

2.4

Materials suitable for basic surface finishing are prepared

3

Colour is applied to timber surface

3.1

Stain is applied to timber surfaces in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.2

Stained surface is sealed with polish using mop brush, blender or swooge

3.3

Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth

3.4

Wood filler or sanding sealer are applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.5

Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards

3.6

Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth

4

Finishing material is applied to surface

4.1

Finishing material is applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications until required build is achieved

4.2

Finishing material is cut back to remove surface defects and/or foreign material in accordance with workplace procedures and standards

4.3

Surface is burnished with fine steel wool and lubricating oil to achieve even sheen

5

Clean up work area

5.1

Workplace is cleared of debris and unused materials

5.2

Wood filler and lubricating oil rags are disposed of safely having regard for spontaneous combustion

5.3

Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored

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.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving in the accurate application of polish

A basic project includes:

the coating of tables, chairs or stools and other furnishing items

Stains include:

water stain

pigment oil stain

lacquer-based wiping stain

Wood grain fillers include:

oil-based filler

polyurethane (plastic) filler

water-based filler

Finishing materials include:

oil varnish

marine varnish

lacquer and sanding sealer

Lubricating oils include:

linseed oil

paraffin oil

'teak' oil

Surface faults include:

machine marks

bruising

pencil marks

grease

cross-sanding marks

scratches

glue marks

dirt marks

insect and termite holes

holes

knots

and blisters

Tools and equipment include:

filler blades

brushes

spray equipment

sandpapers

skinning in

bodying up and spiriting out rubbers

mop brush

blender

swooge and scrapers

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

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
Work requirements are correctly identified from drawings, specifications and instructions 
Quality assurance requirements are recognised and adhered to in accordance with enterprise operation 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Tools, equipment and materials selected are consistent with job requirements and work instructions, checked for safety and serviceability, and any faults reported to supervisor 
Surfaces are checked for contamination and correct preparation according to workplace procedures and standards 
Products with surface or other faults are identified and faults are reported or repaired according to workplace procedures and standards 
Techniques for application of materials for finishing process are identified and used according to workplace procedures 
Materials suitable for basic surface finishing are prepared 
Stain is applied to timber surfaces in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards 
Stained surface is sealed with polish using mop brush, blender or swooge 
Sealed surface is lightly sanded to make smooth 
Wood filler or sanding sealer are applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards 
Filled-in surface is sealed with oil varnish in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and standards 
Finishing material is applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications until required build is achieved 
Finishing material is cut back to remove surface defects and/or foreign material in accordance with workplace procedures and standards 
Surface is burnished with fine steel wool and lubricating oil to achieve even sheen 
Workplace is cleared of debris and unused materials 
Wood filler and lubricating oil rags are disposed of safely having regard for spontaneous combustion 
Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored 

Forms

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