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Evidence Guide: MSFID4004 - Research and recommend furniture and accessories

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MSFID4004 - Research and recommend furniture and accessories

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Interpret decoration requirements from project brief

  1. Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending furniture and accessories are verified and complied with
  2. Project brief is reviewed and clarified with client to determine requirements for furniture and accessories
  3. Parameters for furniture and accessories are assessed and confirmed
  4. Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness
  5. Communication with others is established and maintained
Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending furniture and accessories are verified and complied with

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Project brief is reviewed and clarified with client to determine requirements for furniture and accessories

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Parameters for furniture and accessories are assessed and confirmed

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Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

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Communication with others is established and maintained

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Research furniture

  1. Aesthetic and style requirements of the furniture are assessed
  2. Intended application for the furniture is analysed and reviewed
  3. New furniture technologies are researched and reported
  4. Tactile requirements of the furniture in relation to the design are researched
  5. Properties of the materials used in the production of furniture are analysed and evaluated
  6. Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired furniture are assessed
  7. Costs and availability of furniture are assessed and compared
  8. Environmental impact of furniture materials used are assessed
  9. Longevity and restorability qualities of furniture are researched
  10. Space is measured for furniture requirements, calculating quantities and requirements
  11. Principles of anthropometrics, ergonomics and spatial relationships are applied
Aesthetic and style requirements of the furniture are assessed

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Intended application for the furniture is analysed and reviewed

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New furniture technologies are researched and reported

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Tactile requirements of the furniture in relation to the design are researched

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Properties of the materials used in the production of furniture are analysed and evaluated

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Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired furniture are assessed

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Costs and availability of furniture are assessed and compared

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Environmental impact of furniture materials used are assessed

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Longevity and restorability qualities of furniture are researched

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Space is measured for furniture requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

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Principles of anthropometrics, ergonomics and spatial relationships are applied

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Research accessories

  1. Aesthetic and colour requirements of the accessories are assessed
  2. Intended application for the accessories is analysed and reviewed
  3. New accessory technologies are researched and reported
  4. Tactile requirements of the accessories in relation to the design are researched
  5. Properties of the materials used in the production of accessories are analysed and evaluated
  6. Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired accessories are assessed
  7. Costs and availability of accessories are assessed and compared
  8. Environmental impact of accessory materials used is assessed
  9. Longevity and restorability qualities of accessories are researched
  10. Space is measured for accessory requirements, calculating quantities and requirements
  11. Sketches and drawings are completed and prepared for positioning of products, materials and accessories
Aesthetic and colour requirements of the accessories are assessed

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Intended application for the accessories is analysed and reviewed

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New accessory technologies are researched and reported

Completed
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Tactile requirements of the accessories in relation to the design are researched

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Properties of the materials used in the production of accessories are analysed and evaluated

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Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired accessories are assessed

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Costs and availability of accessories are assessed and compared

Completed
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Environmental impact of accessory materials used is assessed

Completed
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Longevity and restorability qualities of accessories are researched

Completed
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Space is measured for accessory requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

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Sketches and drawings are completed and prepared for positioning of products, materials and accessories

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Make recommendations to client

  1. Quantities and qualities of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client
  2. Performance and characteristics of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client
  3. Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the furniture and accessories are provided in quote form to the client
  4. Presentation of research information and samples is made, highlighting the findings and rationale for the furniture and accessories chosen
  5. Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client
Quantities and qualities of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

Completed
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Performance and characteristics of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

Completed
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Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the furniture and accessories are provided in quote form to the client

Completed
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Presentation of research information and samples is made, highlighting the findings and rationale for the furniture and accessories chosen

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Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Interpret decoration requirements from project brief

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending furniture and accessories are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed and clarified with client to determine requirements for furniture and accessories

1.3

Parameters for furniture and accessories are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others is established and maintained

2

Research furniture

2.1

Aesthetic and style requirements of the furniture are assessed

2.2

Intended application for the furniture is analysed and reviewed

2.3

New furniture technologies are researched and reported

2.4

Tactile requirements of the furniture in relation to the design are researched

2.5

Properties of the materials used in the production of furniture are analysed and evaluated

2.6

Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired furniture are assessed

2.7

Costs and availability of furniture are assessed and compared

2.8

Environmental impact of furniture materials used are assessed

2.9

Longevity and restorability qualities of furniture are researched

2.10

Space is measured for furniture requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

2.11

Principles of anthropometrics, ergonomics and spatial relationships are applied

3

Research accessories

3.1

Aesthetic and colour requirements of the accessories are assessed

3.2

Intended application for the accessories is analysed and reviewed

3.3

New accessory technologies are researched and reported

3.4

Tactile requirements of the accessories in relation to the design are researched

3.5

Properties of the materials used in the production of accessories are analysed and evaluated

3.6

Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired accessories are assessed

3.7

Costs and availability of accessories are assessed and compared

3.8

Environmental impact of accessory materials used is assessed

3.9

Longevity and restorability qualities of accessories are researched

3.10

Space is measured for accessory requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

3.11

Sketches and drawings are completed and prepared for positioning of products, materials and accessories

4

Make recommendations to client

4.1

Quantities and qualities of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

4.2

Performance and characteristics of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

4.3

Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the furniture and accessories are provided in quote form to the client

4.4

Presentation of research information and samples is made, highlighting the findings and rationale for the furniture and accessories chosen

4.5

Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client

Required Skills and Knowledge

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Interpret decoration requirements from project brief

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending furniture and accessories are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed and clarified with client to determine requirements for furniture and accessories

1.3

Parameters for furniture and accessories are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others is established and maintained

2

Research furniture

2.1

Aesthetic and style requirements of the furniture are assessed

2.2

Intended application for the furniture is analysed and reviewed

2.3

New furniture technologies are researched and reported

2.4

Tactile requirements of the furniture in relation to the design are researched

2.5

Properties of the materials used in the production of furniture are analysed and evaluated

2.6

Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired furniture are assessed

2.7

Costs and availability of furniture are assessed and compared

2.8

Environmental impact of furniture materials used are assessed

2.9

Longevity and restorability qualities of furniture are researched

2.10

Space is measured for furniture requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

2.11

Principles of anthropometrics, ergonomics and spatial relationships are applied

3

Research accessories

3.1

Aesthetic and colour requirements of the accessories are assessed

3.2

Intended application for the accessories is analysed and reviewed

3.3

New accessory technologies are researched and reported

3.4

Tactile requirements of the accessories in relation to the design are researched

3.5

Properties of the materials used in the production of accessories are analysed and evaluated

3.6

Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired accessories are assessed

3.7

Costs and availability of accessories are assessed and compared

3.8

Environmental impact of accessory materials used is assessed

3.9

Longevity and restorability qualities of accessories are researched

3.10

Space is measured for accessory requirements, calculating quantities and requirements

3.11

Sketches and drawings are completed and prepared for positioning of products, materials and accessories

4

Make recommendations to client

4.1

Quantities and qualities of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

4.2

Performance and characteristics of selected furniture and accessories are presented and promoted to the client

4.3

Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the furniture and accessories are provided in quote form to the client

4.4

Presentation of research information and samples is made, highlighting the findings and rationale for the furniture and accessories chosen

4.5

Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client

Interpret work orders 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

Research and recommend furniture and accessories to assist with informing the design and decoration process and arrive at a solution which meets client requirements, and effectively apply design elements and principles to the research and recommendation

Research and recommend furniture and accessories in accordance with the project brief

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

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

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

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for researching and recommending furniture and accessories

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for researching and recommending furniture and accessories

Elements and principles of design, including liveability and accessibility

Creativity and artistic relevance

Ergonomics, anthropometrics, proxemics and aesthetic values

Types of equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Relevant computer programs

Furniture types and styles

Accessory types and styles

Design themes and design development

Colours, furnishings and decorations

Sketching and drawing techniques

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Range Statement

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, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving, plus self-management and learning skills

Project brief includes:

client needs and objectives

client aims and objectives and criteria for evaluation

milestones

organisational or personal profiles and aims

image requirements and function

target market

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

colleagues

retailers

the public

Parameters may include:

scope of brief

approval to make changes

effect or feel trying to be achieved

functionality (short and long term)

budget restrictions

established timelines

Resources include:

computers

computer software

design software

computer-aided design (CAD) software

colour boards

storyboards

swatches

product based colour systems, such as Munsell or similar

colour matching system, such as Pantone Matching System (PMS)

journals (directions magazines)

artistic equipment and products

model making equipment

Aesthetics include:

the consideration of appeal to a large number of people; products are pleasing to the eye of many who view it

Styles include:

furniture designers and key figures, such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Eames and Antonio Gaudi

schools and movements, such as Bauhaus in Germany, Federal style in the United States, and Art Nouveau in Europe

periods and styles, such as the neo-classical Adams style, the simple lines of Art Deco, and the asymmetrical style of Rococo

to decorative details, such as rosettes, foots, hinges and mouldings

Furniture requirements include:

kitchens and bathrooms

family rooms

lounges

bedrooms

dining rooms

rumpus rooms

offices

reception areas

hallways

laundries

media rooms

entertainment rooms

Tactile includes:

that perceived by the sense of touch and producing the effect of three-dimensional depth

Properties include:

durability

level of fire retardancy

fibre make up

composition

textile use

material use

finishes

quality

environmental sustainability

ergonomics

flammability

maintenance requirements

wear and tear

construction methods

Materials include:

solid timber (native and imported)

manufactured timber products

plastic

metal

alloys

stone

glass

textiles

fibreglass

foam

cardboard

paper products

any other manipulable substance

Manufacturing processes include:

the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps require working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Environmental impacts include:

how the sourcing and use of materials effects the environment and how its continued use will affect the area the material was sourced from

energy consumption in processing the material

greenhouse gases created

waste levels and resource utilisation

what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the material

Longevity and restorability include:

an analysis of how long the material is expected to maintain its structure and colour, while maintaining quality of aesthetic value and how readily the material can be repaired or replaced

Anthropometrics include:

the scientific study of the measurements of the human body

Ergonomics include:

the study of the efficiency of persons in their working environment

Accessories include:

trinkets

ceramics

trays

vases

carvings

baskets

pots

plants

candles

clocks

silverware

mirrors

frames

screens

floral displays

haberdashery

glassware

fireplace items

gifts

hand crafts

water features

photographs

pottery

personal items

statues

book ends

bowls

bottles

Drawings include:

hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand

drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on computer using CAD software packages (these usually contain project specifications)

Quality includes:

an inspection system for ensuring that pre-determined quality standards are being met, highlighting non-conformances requiring intervention

Performance and characteristics include:

assessment of products to determine if they meet the requirements of the intended end use application and how well they do it, and the durability and composition of the product

Costs include:

the cost of products and materials together with the cost of obtaining them either locally, interstate or overseas

Quoting includes:

a price for a project taking account of the sizes associated with the project, the cost of materials, labour and overheads

Information and procedures include:

work instructions, including plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures