Unit of competency Outline
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Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing
Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSHG205A
AHCSHG205A
State Code
D7215
D7215
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/12/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
02/12/2011
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit covers the process of grinding combs and cutters for machine shearing to ensure they are effective in the type of wool and shearing conditions and defines the standard required to: determine need for sharpening combs and cutters; prepare grinder and pendulum for use; wash combs and cutters ready for grinding; carry out grinding using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and being mindful of others safety; detect faults and unevenness in grinding and make adjustments.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine need for sharpening combs and cutters
- 1.1. Combs and cutters are checked for wear in line with supervisor's instructions.
- 1.2. Combs and cutters are cleaned to enterprise and manufacturers recommendations prior to grinding.
- 1.3. Potential and existing hazards are recognised, controlled and reported in line with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and organisational requirements.
2. Prepare grinder and pendulum for use
- 2.1. The grinder and its location are checked for serviceability.
- 2.2. Grinder faults or malfunctions are identified and reported to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- 2.3. Grinding papers are applied to grinder discs.
- 2.4. Grinding papers are correctly stored and cared for.
- 2.5. The bottom bar of the pendulum is checked, cleaned and adjusted to ensure it is true.
- 2.6. The pressure bar and pins are set at the recommended distance in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.
- 2.7. Height setting of pendulum is checked in line to manufacturer's guidelines.
3. Carry out grinding
- 3.1. Eye protection is worn while grinding is carried out.
- 3.2. Comb or cutter is secured for grinding.
- 3.3. Correct pressure is applied while grinding.
- 3.4. Combs and cutters are ground according to manufacturer's specifications and/or supervisors instructions.
- 3.5. Combs and cutters are visually checked for even grinding.
- 3.6. Faults or unevenness in grinding are identified and rectified.
- 3.7. Grinding wheel is not left running when unattended.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Combs and cutters may include:
any of the brands or types of combs and cutters and grinding equipment.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Combs and cutters may include:
any of the brands or types of combs and cutters and grinding equipment.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
determine need for sharpening combs and cutters
prepare grinder and pendulum for use
wash combs and cutters ready for grinding
carry out grinding using PPE and being mindful of others safety
detect faults and unevenness in grinding and make adjustments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
determine need for sharpening combs and cutters
prepare grinder and pendulum for use
wash combs and cutters ready for grinding
carry out grinding using PPE and being mindful of others safety
detect faults and unevenness in grinding and make adjustments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3499 | RTE2302A | Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAM07 | AHCSHG205 | Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D451 | AHC20110 | Certificate II in Agriculture | Qualification |
| D463 | AHC21310 | Certificate II in Shearing | Qualification |