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Conduct mechanical processor operations

Conduct mechanical processor operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPHAR3210
State Code
AXK30
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a wheeled or tracked mechanical processor in a commercial forest harvesting environment. Activities include processing trees mechanically, segregating, and stacking logs.The unit applies to individuals who operate a wheeled or tracked mechanical processor. Operators generally work under broad direction and take responsibility for their work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for operations
  • 1.1 Prepare to work safely according to workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Obtain and review environmental, regulatory and legal requirements for conducting mechanical processing operations
  • 1.3 Review work plan and clarify requirements with appropriate personnel
  • 1.4 Select equipment appropriate to work requirements and check for operational effectiveness
  • 1.5 Plan mechanical processor operations in line with site procedures, environmental and heritage concerns
  • 1.6 Identify access to tree or log to be extracted and assess working conditions for safety
  • 1.7 Identify emergency plan procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
2. Operate equipment
  • 2.1 Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and attachments in line with manufacturers' recommendations and site procedures
  • 2.2 Establish and maintain communication with other personnel to ensure safety in line with safety requirements
  • 2.3 Detect site hazards associated with processor operations and use safe operating techniques to minimise risk
  • 2.4 Operate mechanical processor within equipment capabilities and limitations, and manoeuvre to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • 2.5 Adjust operating techniques to meet work requirements and site conditions
3. Process individual trees
  • 3.1 Monitor movement and whereabouts of other personnel to ensure safety
  • 3.2 Plan processing to ensure minimal tree damage and maximum recovery
  • 3.3 Position equipment for stable and safe access to felled tree and to ensure loads are placed within rated load/reach capacity
  • 3.4 Program or modify processing controller to produce standard length and diameter of logs with optimal grade and length combination in line with work plan requirements
  • 3.5 Adjust processing techniques in response to unexpected characteristics, movement or condition of tree
  • 3.6 Move timber/stems to pre-bunching site ensuring personnel safety and minimal damage to the timber and surrounding environment
  • 3.7 Move equipment over pre-arranged routes with minimal damage to the environment
4. Segregate and stack logs
  • 4.1 Locate stacks to provide appropriate space for the conduct of other landing operations in line with planned layout and site requirements
  • 4.2 Position and construct log stacks to provide stability and minimise problems from slippage and falling of logs
  • 4.3 Carry out maintenance of log stacks in line with planned layout and site requirements
  • 4.4 Visually assess delivered logs and direct/move to appropriate location for further processing or stacking
5. Carry out machine operator maintenance
  • 5.1 Follow equipment lock-out procedures in line with workplace health and safety requirements and site procedures
  • 5.2 Conduct visual inspection and fault finding procedures in line with manufacturers' recommendations and site procedures
  • 5.3 Conduct routine operational servicing to maintain optimum operational performance of equipment
  • 5.4 Diagnose faults, malfunctions or problems with equipment and report in line with site procedures
  • 5.5 Clean and store equipment, attachments and other ancillary equipment
  • 5.6 Record and report mechanical processor operation results in line with site procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6032 FPIHAR3210C Conduct mechanical processor operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS14 FWPHAR3234 Conduct mechanical processor operations Unit of competency