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Cut by machine

Cut by machine

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTLG2001
State Code
BAV36
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to carry out preparation activities, select and cut materials by machine to specifications and workplace standards.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within industry codes, standards and defined procedures, under direct supervision. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Set up workstation
  • 2.1 Set up workstation in accordance with specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Prepare cutting equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3 Select tools and cutting equipment as appropriate to job allocation
  • 2.4 Check and take appropriate action in case of wear and tear, especially in relation to knives and boards
  • 2.5 Keep records in accordance with procedures
3 Assess materials
  • 3.1 Assess the material against specification to determine best clicking approach
  • 3.2 Lay out materials for single or upper multiple cutting to meet specifications
  • 3.3 Interpret work ticket
  • 3.4 Size, mark and count cut pieces using colour coding or workplace identification systems
  • 3.5 Stamp cut pieces according to work ticket and specifications
  • 3.6 Sort materials according to colour and shade and other specifications
  • 3.7 Check materials in relation to directional stretch and strength to determine best clicking approach
4 Operate machine
  • 4.1 Start up and shut down machines following enterprise operator procedures
  • 4.2 Clean, turn and maintain cutting board regularly
  • 4.3 Check striker plate regularly for distortion and damage and report irregularities
  • 4.4 Carry out minor machine maintenance
5 Cut materials
  • 5.1 Select clicking knives according to job specifications and size requirements
  • 5.2 Adjust pressures on press for knife sizes and shapes in accordance with procedures
  • 5.3 Recognise and refer problems or faults with press, patterns, knives and cutting boards for repair or correction
  • 5.4 Follow work ticket specifications according to pieces and pairs
  • 5.5 Minimise wastage of material when using clicking knives and patterns in accordance with specifications and procedures
  • 5.6 Identify faults and position patterns accordingly
  • 5.7 Cut parts to workplace quality standards in relation to material flaws
  • 5.8 Select, colour or grain pieces to match workplace quality standards
  • 5.9 Cut pieces and panels to achieve best yield according to appropriate allowance
  • 5.10 Identify distortions and defects on press cutting boards and take appropriate action
6 Check finished product
  • 6.1 Check finished product against workplace quality standards
  • 6.2 Complete workplace documentation, as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7380 LMTLG2001A Cut by machine Unit of competency