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Perform primary log breakdown

Perform primary log breakdown

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW3230
State Code
OBM28
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2020
Field of Education
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate an automatic, manual or semi-automated log breakdown system, namely a headrig saw centre and accompanying conveying systems, to convert logs into flitches or cants.The unit applies to individuals who operate breakdown equipment to convert logs into flitches or cants for re-sawing in a timber processing plant.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for primary log breakdown
  • 1.1 Review work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with performing primary log breakdown
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
  • 1.5 Match cutting pattern and product mix to available logs according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Identify processing constraints and potential solutions according to workplace procedures
2. Operate breakdown equipment to produce cants and flitches
  • 2.1 Complete pre-start-up checks according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Check input logs to ensure compliance with specifications
  • 2.3 Check that other upstream and downstream processing stages are ready for production
  • 2.4 Select cutting programme based on incoming logs and work order requirements
  • 2.5 Cut trial log to check for quality and compliance with cutting schedule requirements
  • 2.6 Operate breakdown equipment to comply with the cutting strategy, maximise grade and size and optimise recovery value
  • 2.7 Manage product flow to ensure efficient workflow in the sawmill and optimise breakdown operations
3. Monitor the performance of breakdown equipment
  • 3.1 Enter control information into any control device fitted to the breakdown equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Monitor and interpret output data according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Monitor output from the breakdown equipment and implement corrective action according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Complete production, maintenance and quality records according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Identify routine processing problems, and resolve or report to appropriate personnel
4. Implement routine maintenance procedures for breakdown equipment
  • 4.1 Carry out preventative maintenance and cleaning schedule for breakdown equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Coordinate saw changes with other staff and make adjustments to breakdown equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXK05 FWPSAW3203 Break down logs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC84 FWPSAW3255 Operate conventional log breakdown saw line Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM5 FWP30316 Certificate III in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification