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De-stack seasoning racks

De-stack seasoning racks

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW2206
State Code
AXK12
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess and control dried boards, separate them from seasoning racks, and monitor their use and supply for the timber dressing process. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawmill Worker, Production Worker, Kiln Worker. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for de-stacking
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.3 Identify type and quantity of boards for de-stacking and plan de-stacking process in line with work order.
2. De-stack racks
  • 2.1 Assess boards visually for type, size and quality.
  • 2.2 Measure moisture content of boards and approve for de-stacking.
  • 2.3 Load racks onto separation equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 2.4 Separate and load boards onto conveyor systems.
  • 2.5 Remove bearers, spacing stick and other protective timber from boards and store for return to stacking area.
  • 2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard materials in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 2.7 Keep de-stacking area clear of timber scraps and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices.
3. Monitor board usage and maintain supply
  • 3.1 Monitor conveyor transfer procedures and keep free from blockages.
  • 3.2 Supply racks to board separation equipment and maintain consistent dressing size and species in line with work order.
  • 3.3 Receive changes to dressing process size and change board supply accordingly.
  • 3.4 Monitor changeover points in line with organisational procedures.
  • 3.5 Identify routine processing supply and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6052 FPISAW2206B De-stack seasoning racks Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC92 FWPSAW2213 De-stack timber drying racks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL2 FWP20316 Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification