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Join band saw blades

Join band saw blades

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW3214
State Code
AXJ93
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
21/02/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess the condition of band saw blades, to prepare and weld meeting ends and to finish the welded surface ready for operation. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawdoctor, Saw Repairer.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for joining
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.3 Remove band saw blades from machinery.
  • 1.4 Plan joining process in line with work order.
2. Join or repair band saw blade
  • 2.1 Follow organisational safety procedures throughout all maintenance and repair processes.
  • 2.2 Obtain saw blank and cut to length or cut existing blade at weld defect.
  • 2.3 Trim ends to obtain correct back alignment and pitch and/or shape to assist metal penetration.
  • 2.4 Set up ends to specified tolerances in welder.
  • 2.5 Apply weld to ensure metal penetrates through blade thickness and protect from accidental contact.
  • 2.6 Grind surplus weld material from blade without burning or annealing metal.
  • 2.7 Finish blade to eliminate bumps in blade surface.
  • 2.8 Identify damaged blades or those with or sub-standard joins and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 2.9 Package band saw for protection during return to service.
  • 2.10 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6070 FPISAW3214B Join band saw blades Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM08 FWPSAW3245 Join band saw blades Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAK8 FWP30716 Certificate III in Sawdoctoring Qualification
BAM5 FWP30316 Certificate III in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification