PROWPF019 - Apply edge treatment finishes 

 

Overview

This standard covers the skills and knowledge required to carry out edge-banding process following standard operating procedures. Edge banding is the process of applying a trim or edge to the piece of furniture to make it neat and aesthetically pleasing.

 

Outcomes:


Performance Criteria


You must be able to:   

1.         comply with health and safety requirements and procedures at all times 

2.         obtain specifications and requirements for items to be produced following standard operating procedures 

3.         obtain equipment and materials required following standard operating procedures

4.         check equipment is set up to specifications and in good working order 

5.         check materials required meet specifications and are free from faults 

6.         prepare adhesives and components for application following standard operating procedures

7.         position edge finishes to meet specifications 

8.         apply edge finishes to products to meet specification 

9.         trim edge finishes to meet specifications

10.       check and finish components to meet specifications 

11.       process to next stage following standard operating procedures      

 

Knowledge & Understanding


You need to know and understand:

1.         relevant health and safety responsibilities

2.         meaning of terms used in specifications 

3.         how to check equipment is set up and is in good working order 

4.         how to check materials and the common faults that can occur 

5.         adhesives and how to prepare these 

6.         curing times and process

7.         different edge finishes available, their uses and how to apply these

8.         trimming processes 

9.         quality checks carried out and why