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Convert timber

Convert timber

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPTMM3210
State Code
OBM02
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and re-saw material to specified width and thickness with a power driven saw to optimise timber conversion and usability. This includes identifying requirements in a work order, following workplace health and safety procedures, planning timber conversion, producing sawn boards and performing routine machine maintenance.The unit applies to individuals who use sawing machines to convert timber in a timber processing or manufacturing facility.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for conversion
  • 1.1 Review work order to determine job requirements and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 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 converting timber
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
  • 1.5 Obtain type and quantity of material to be converted from storage location
  • 1.6 Select appropriate equipment, and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.7 Plan timber conversion and saw set-up according to work order
2. Produce boards
  • 2.1 Set and regularly check saw, carriage and feed, and adjust to suit conversion plan, ordered sizes and tolerances
  • 2.2 Use equipment and machinery according to workplace procedures, safety requirements, manufacturer instructions and environmental protection practices
  • 2.3 Monitor timber supply to ensure quality of finished product and constant supply to saw
  • 2.4 Maintain feed rate and operate saw bench to produce boards without damage to boards or saw blade
  • 2.5 Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects according to environmental protection practices
  • 2.6 Stack material safely in designated location according to work order
  • 2.7 Report processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel
3. Complete operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Follow workplace safety procedures to lock out equipment
  • 3.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage
  • 3.3 Remove and replace saw blades according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.4 Dispose of used blades according to workplace procedures and environmental protection practices
  • 3.5 Keep saw area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris according to safety and site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXJ72 FWPTMM3201 Convert timber Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC87 FWPSAW3253 Re-saw green timber Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM0 FWP30516 Certificate III in Timber Manufactured Products Qualification