Unit of competency Outline

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Create cutting instruction files for forestry harvesters

Create cutting instruction files for forestry harvesters

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFRM5009
State Code
ODS20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to create cutting instructions, which are also known as bucking instructions or APT files, for forestry harvesters. This unit includes sourcing and collecting data sets for use in creating cutting instructions, using a software package to create cutting instructions for forestry harvesters, trialling and editing cutting instructions and transmitting cutting instructions to end-users.The unit applies to individuals who work as foresters, wood flow coordinators or value recovery coordinators in mechanised harvesting operations in a forest or plantation setting. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Confirm availability of computer hardware and software required to create cutting instruction files for forestry harvesters
  • 1.2 Check software, hardware and internet access for serviceability
  • 1.3 Confirm functionality of antivirus software and procedures
2. Source and collect data sets
  • 2.1 Source data sets required for the creation of cutting instructions according to software developer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Confirm accuracy and format of data sets according to workplace procedures
3. Use software package to create cutting instruction files
  • 3.1 Open software from a laptop computer, personal computer or network terminal and use menus and tools to find the option for creating new cutting instructions
  • 3.2 Use operator manual and online help function to locate details of software features and instructions for use
  • 3.3 Open cutting instructions template for the relevant harvester, and check the version type according to software developer instructions
  • 3.4 Create, name and save new cutting instructions file according to software developer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Create value/product matrix according to software developer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Enter value and product information and product limitation data according to software developer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Enter site details, including site location, harvesting contractor and site crew, according to software developer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.8 Save cutting instructions file according to software developer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.9 Perform routine checks to ensure accuracy of data and data entry in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Trial and edit cutting instructions
  • 4.1 Establish trial method, objectives and processes according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Brief personnel involved in trial and evaluation of draft cutting instructions on their responsibilities and functions according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Trial draft cutting instructions and capture and record results according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Evaluate trial results and edit cutting instructions according to outcomes of trial and workplace procedures
5. Transmit cutting instructions to end-users
  • 5.1 Disseminate cutting instructions to end-users according to workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Evaluate feedback on cutting instructions from users, respond to issues and problems consistent with own scope of responsibility, and record potential improvements to cutting instructions according to workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHL6 FWP50121 Diploma of Forest Operations Qualification