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Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing operations

Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3207
State Code
AXL55
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to coordinate operational logistics for finger jointing activities which includes planning schedules for operators, setting up equipment for production runs, resolving processing problems and coordinating equipment shut-down and maintenance. The unit applies to timber process operators that co-ordinate the production of finger jointed timber 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. Plan production parameters
  • 1.1 Interpret production orders for grades, quantities, cross sections, end use and plan finger jointing operations.
  • 1.2 Develop finger jointing schedules to ensure optimum production outcomes and communicate to operators in line with organisational procedures.
2. Set up and monitor jointing operation
  • 2.1 Check equipment for operational effectiveness and adjust set up to meet production requirements.
  • 2.2 Select, check and prepare cutters to suit finger profile and timber cross sections.
  • 2.3 Cut trial joints and check finger profiles against specifications.
  • 2.4 Set feed rates, guides, conveyors, glue spreader and curing controls to suit finger profile, timber cross section characteristics and glue requirements.
  • 2.5 Machine trial cleats, join, and test for strength and appearance.
  • 2.6 Accept or reject trialled material and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 2.7 Resolve any machining problems, make final adjustments and start the jointing process.
  • 2.8 Monitor finger jointing processes; identify and resolve processing and equipment faults.
  • 2.9 Record and report production outcomes to appropriate personnel.
3. Coordinate shut-down and maintenance
  • 3.1 Coordinate equipment shutdown with operators in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 3.2 Assist maintenance personnel to identify and resolve equipment faults.
  • 3.3 Plan and coordinate routine maintenance of finger jointing equipment in line with organisational procedures and maintenance schedules.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5918 FPICOT3207B Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM41 FWPCOT3288 Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing machines Unit of competency