MSFPF4003
Design and construct ornamental frames


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess ornamental frame design requirements and then construct ornamental frames including those requiring ornate or elaborate embellishment.

This unit applies to picture framers offering ornamental frame design and construction services. They use discretion, judgement and specialised knowledge to select, use and adapt different materials and techniques.

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 design assessment

1.1 Clear and prepare work area for inspection of artwork in accordance with workplace standards

1.2 Receive and handle artwork in accordance with industry recognised handling methods and workplace procedures

1.3 Obtain initial information about historic, monetary or sentimental value from the customer

1.4 Seek information from customer in relation to expectations and parameters of ornamental framing

2. Assess restoration and conservation requirements

2.1 Establish the period and quality of artwork, and its historic or monetary value, through examination

2.2 Identify artwork composition and production techniques and associated restoration or conservation requirements

2.3 Determine limitations and options for ornamental framing

2.4 Identify the need for any specialised expertise in assessing, restoring or framing the artwork

3. Assess aesthetic requirements

3.1 Assess artwork against the elements and principles of design and their impact on framing selection

3.2 Seek and use information about customer preferences and where the item will be placed for any impact on design requirements

4. Develop frame design

4.1 Confirm compatibility of framing materials with the artwork from manufacturer and industry information

4.2 Select framing materials that complement artwork based on the elements and principles of design and conservation needs

4.3 Present design options to the customer and make informed recommendations based on customer and artwork needs

4.4 Revise design to reflect customer requirements

4.5 Agree and accurately document customer requirements for final design

5. Construct ornamental frame

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

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

5.3 Measure and cut material to size and lay out in the required design

5.4 Create specialised and ornamental components using established techniques in accordance with workplace procedures

5.5 Finish frame components in accordance with design specifications and assess for fit and aesthetic appearance

5.6 Join frame to comply with design

5.7 Inspect completed work for compliance with quality and work order requirements and rectify any deficiencies

6. Complete work

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

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

6.3 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish

6.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation

Foundation Skills

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


Sectors

Picture Framing