MSFFDM5001 — Construct custom furniture using advanced techniques

1 Prepare for work

• 1.1Verify and ensure compliance with relevant legislative, work health and safety and workplace requirements related to constructing custom furniture
• 1.2Read and interpret job specifications and other relevant documentation to identify furniture construction and finishing requirements
• 1.3Select and check tools, equipment and materials prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for work, serviceable and in safe condition
• 1.4Identify product purpose, context, furniture style and construction materials
• 1.5Plan and document work sequence covering each step in construction process, including sub-assemblies, in accordance with workplace requirements
• 1.6Develop and document quality-checking procedures for each step in construction process

2 Curve and shape components

• 2.1Identify, evaluate and confirm techniques for bending, forming and shaping components as being appropriate for construction requirement
• 2.2Set out component specifications in accordance with work instructions and mark materials in accordance with industry practices
• 2.3Use tools, machines and equipment in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
• 2.4Bend, form and shape materials in accordance with production plan and workplace procedures
• 2.5Check components against specified tolerances, fit and accuracy

3 Veneer components

• 3.1Identify, evaluate and select suitable veneer material from design specifications
• 3.2Use tools, machines and equipment in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications
• 3.3Measure, mark and cut veneer components to size based on job specifications
• 3.4Prepare and lay out veneers for application
• 3.5Select and prepare suitable joining processes for backing and adjacent veneers
• 3.6Apply adhesives in accordance with workplace procedures or manufacturer instructions
• 3.7Produce rough veneering components in accordance with production plan and workplace procedures
• 3.8Complete final trim and finishing to specifications
• 3.9Check work against required quality standards, and rectify any non-conformance

4 Make joints

• 4.1Identify joints requirements and select type of joint to be used and adapt/design as necessary
• 4.2Select tools, adhesives and fasteners to match joint type
• 4.3Mark out cutting and joining lines to suit joint type
• 4.4Check measurements and calculations for accuracy to ensure quality outcomes
• 4.5Identify material features and observe optimal usage criteria
• 4.6Cut material to specification, and inspect and prepare for joining
• 4.7Join material in accordance with job specifications
• 4.8Use fasteners and adhesives to make joints firm where required and in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.9Check finished joint against quality requirements

5 Construct sub-assemblies

• 5.1Lay out components and materials, including adhesives, trims and accessories, and tools, in accordance with assembly plan
• 5.2Check components against specification prior to assembly and reject items out of specification
• 5.3Assemble sub-assemblies using appropriate tools, jigs and fixtures and check against specification for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
• 5.4Check sub-assembly quality against plans at identified checkpoints

6 Assemble custom furniture

• 6.1Lay out components, sub-assemblies and materials, including adhesives, trims and accessories, and tools, in accordance with assembly plan
• 6.2Check components and sub-assemblies against specification prior to assembly and reject items out of specification
• 6.3Assemble components, fit using appropriate tools, jigs and fixtures, and check against specification for accuracy, fit, twist and distortion
• 6.4Apply hardware and decorative accessories to specification
• 6.5Prepare product for final finish, including the removal of bruises, scratches, dents and marks
• 6.6Check product quality against plans at identified checkpoints

7 Finish furniture surface

• 7.1Using samples of the type of material surface and specified finish, evaluate various finishing options and select the preferred option
• 7.2Test sample of material with selected finishing technique to ensure appropriateness
• 7.3Prepare furniture surface in accordance with finishing specification
• 7.4Rectify imperfections, pores or nail or screw holes on surface
• 7.5Apply finishing processes and materials in accordance with agreed specifications
• 7.6Polish or buff surface depending on shine required from specification
• 7.7Check work against required quality standards
• 7.8Rectify any non-conformity with required quality standards

8 Complete housekeeping

• 8.1Store or recycle unused materials as required
• 8.2Clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with procedures
• 8.3Tag and report faulty or defective equipment in accordance with workplace practices
• 8.4Clean and clear work area in accordance with workplace procedures
• 8.5Complete workplace documentation, including time log for operations for costing and business improvement activities.

What does an assessment tool for MSFFDM5001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSFFDM5001 needs to address all 70 unit components: 8 elements with 52 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 14 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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