MSFPF2011
Mount artwork


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to mount artwork to substrates prior to framing. It includes dry and wet mounting, pressure rolling, laminating and hinging of artwork. Frames may be for artworks, documents, textiles or three dimensional (3D) items.

This unit applies to picture framers completing work according to a pre-determined frame design.

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


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare for work

1.1 Read work order and identify mounting requirements

1.2 Assess artwork to determine the most appropriate mounting process, including the composition of substrate and fixing materials

1.3 Identify and observe quality assurance requirements are identified and observed throughout the process in accordance with industry standards and workplace practices

1.4 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work

1.5 Select tools and equipment suited to the type of mounting and check for quality, serviceability and safety prior to use

1.6 Accurately measure and cut materials to size, and assemble in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures

1.7 Position fixing agents in accordance with workplace procedures

2. Mount artwork to substrate

2.1 Set up mounting equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

2.2 Position artwork in accordance with job requirements

2.3 Prepare and apply required adhesives based on type and composition of artwork

2.4 Operate mounting equipment safely and in accordance with manufacturer instructions

2.5 Inspect mounted artwork for compliance with quality and work order requirements and rectify any deficiencies

3. Complete work

3.1 Mark completed work for identification and store in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2 Identify and store items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish

3.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation

3.5 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.


Sectors

Picture Framing