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Lay up timber roof trusses

Lay up timber roof trusses

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3242
State Code
AXL23
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
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
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to plan and set up the assembly of timber roof trusses using a truss jig or computer-operated truss table and to oversee the operation of the truss press. Work is completed in a timber and wood products production setting.The unit applies to Press operator, Timber manufactured products technician, Jig setter, Machine operator, saw operator.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for assembly
  • 1.1 Review work order and construction plans and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Identify and obtain type and quantity of assembly material and hardware.
  • 1.3 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.4 Identify and prepare setup jigs required for construction.
2. Lay up truss
  • 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • 2.2 Assess product size and number of joints with jig area, and plan section layout.
  • 2.3 Select timber components from pre-cut material in line with cutting list and check for fit.
  • 2.4 Position jig components to accurately locate and support assembly components and adjust jig or table to suit.
  • 2.5 Position and clamp components in jigs ready for joining with allowable faults, joins and grain in line with construction standards and grading rules.
  • 2.6 Set components to include camber adjustments, overhang and other design requirements.
  • 2.7 Identify defective components; dispose of or recycle in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 2.8 Nail components to maintain temporary alignment during assembly.
  • 2.9 Position and install hardware on joints in line with construction plan.
3. Control pressing operations
  • 3.1 Coordinate truss-pressing operations to ensure finished product complies with customer orders.
  • 3.2 Correct assembly faults in line with organisational procedures.
4. Prepare products for despatch and report
  • 4.1 Check finished product for quality and label in line with work order.
  • 4.2 Remove components from jigs and safely stack in designated location.
  • 4.3 Strap, pack and label finished products ready for transportation.
  • 4.4 Avoid wastage of strapping and packaging materials and maximise use of recycled materials.
  • 4.5 Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5951 FPICOT3242B Lay up timber roof trusses Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCR31 FWPCOT3309 Assemble timber roof trusses Unit of competency