Unit of competency Outline

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Test wood chips quality

Test wood chips quality

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3343
State Code
OFD09
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2023
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/05/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to test wood chips for quality and contamination and to report on the outcomes for downstream processing.The unit applies to individuals who test wood chips in wood processing work environments.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 testing wood chips
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements and wood chip specifications from work order, instructions and/or production schedules
  • 1.2 Confirm workplace health and safety and environmental protection practices and/or procedures for task, including use of personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify and assess hazards and take actions to mitigate risks related to testing wood chips
  • 1.4 Select moisture meters and testing equipment and check for operational effectiveness
2. Collect wood chip samples
  • 2.1 Collect wood chip samples from designated locations and ensure they are kept free from mixing and contamination
  • 2.2 Complete sampling records
3. Test wood chips and report outcomes
  • 3.1 Test wood chip samples for moisture content, size distribution, shape and contamination
  • 3.2 Apply procedures for ensuring accuracy of testing equipment
  • 3.3 Report test results to production personnel to facilitate process control or changes
  • 3.4 Package, label and store residual wood chip samples and file test reports
  • 3.5 Record and report testing process and equipment faults
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXJ86 FWPSAW3223 Assess wood chips Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC1 FWP30322 Certificate III in Timber and Wood Products Operations Qualification