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Cross cut materials with a fixed saw

Cross cut materials with a fixed saw

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2218
State Code
AXL85
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (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
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to position and saw materials with a circular saw or fixed chainsaw. The unit includes equipment maintenance.The unit applies to those who cross cut materials with a fixed saw in a forest products factory setting.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for operation
  • 1.1 Review work order and clarify with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select equipment appropriate to work requirements and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.3 Prepare, check and clear work area, ready for operations.
  • 1.4 Carry out pre-start checks on fixed saw in line with site requirements.
  • 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others in work area to ensure safety.
2. Cross cut material
  • 2.1 Visually assess material to be cut for defects that may present unsafe work conditions and review cut.
  • 2.2 Cut material within site standard tolerances for length and angle relative to centre line.
  • 2.3 Use cutting techniques to industry standard lengths, maximising volume and quality of recovery material.
  • 2.4 Operate fixed saw effectively, in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 2.5 Regularly check and clear work are in line with WHS requirements and site procedures.
  • 2.6 Dispose of sub-standard material in line with site procedures and environmental requirements
  • 2.7 Identify and report problems in line with site procedures
3. Maintain saw
  • 3.1 Lock-out, clean and maintain fixed saw in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site procedures.
  • 3.2 Identify blunt or damaged saws and replace or sharpen, in line with site procedures and manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 3.3 Record and report fixed operations and maintenance to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5896 FPICOT2218B Cross cut materials with a fixed saw Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCR81 FWPCOT2263 Cross cut materials with a fixed saw Unit of competency