MSFPF3011
Decorate mat boards


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to decorate mat boards by hand and machine, including use of specialty cutting, line inking, colour washing and marble papers.

This unit applies to picture framers decorating boards in accordance with pre-determined frame designs. They use discretion, judgement and specialised knowledge to select and use different techniques and materials.

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 decorative requirements

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

1.3 Select and check tools and equipment for quality, serviceability and safety prior to use

1.4 Select mat cutting machines that meet requirements for specialty decorative cutting

1.5 Select decorative inks, paints and application equipment to match work order

1.6 Select and prepare a safe and suitable work area

1.7 Select and lay out board material in accordance with work requirements and to minimise waste

1.8 Plan the work sequence suited to the job

2. Create decoration

2.1 Decorate the mat board through correct use of machine capabilities to maximise the presentation of the artwork

2.2 Use decoration hand tools to achieve desired effects

2.3 Inspect decoration 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