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Set up, operate and maintain end matching machines

Set up, operate and maintain end matching machines

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3275
State Code
OBM54
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate operational logistics for end matching activities that include planning schedules for operators, setting up equipment for production runs, resolving processing problems and coordinating equipment shut-down and maintenance. The unit applies to individuals who set up, operate and maintain end matching operations in a timber processing or manufacturing facility.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for end matching operations
  • 1.1 Review production orders for grades, quantities of timber requiring rework, cross-sections and end use
  • 1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with operating end matching machines
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment and maximising energy efficiency
  • 1.5 Plan end matching operations according to production requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Develop end matching schedule to ensure optimum production outcomes and maximise equipment, labour and material use
  • 1.7 Communicate end matching schedule to operators according to workplace procedures
2. Set up end matching machine and operation
  • 2.1 Check end matching machine and equipment for operational effectiveness and adjust set-up to meet production requirements
  • 2.2 Select, check, prepare and install cutters to suit end profile and timber cross-section
  • 2.3 Set feed rates, guides and conveyors to suit timber cross-section and characteristics
  • 2.4 Cut trial timber joints and check end profiles against specifications
  • 2.5 Join trial timber boards and test for strength and appearance
  • 2.6 Accept or reject trialled timber and dispose of waste according to environmental protection practices
  • 2.7 Resolve any machining problems and make final adjustments to equipment set-up according to workplace procedures and production requirements
3. Start up and monitor end matching operation
  • 3.1 Start up end matching machine and process in conjunction with operators according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
  • 3.2 Monitor end matching process and production output and quality
  • 3.3 Identify routine equipment and processing problems, and resolve or report to appropriate personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Record and report production outcomes according to workplace procedures
4. Coordinate machine shut-down and maintenance
  • 4.1 Coordinate end matching machine and equipment shut-down with operators according to workplace safety procedures
  • 4.2 Assist maintenance personnel to identify and resolve equipment faults
  • 4.3 Plan and coordinate routine maintenance of end matching machine and equipment according to workplace procedures and maintenance schedules
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL53 FWPCOT3209 Set up, operate and maintain end matching operations Unit of competency