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Plane and sand engineered wood product

Plane and sand engineered wood product

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPTMM3216
State Code
OFC82
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
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
19/05/2023
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plane and sand the surfaces of engineered wood products in a timber manufacturing facility, optimising product thickness while retaining its integrity.The unit applies to individuals who operate planing and sanding equipment used in the production of engineered wood products.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 planing and sanding engineered wood product
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from work order or instructions and, where required, check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm workplace health and safety and environmental protection practices and/or procedures for task, including use of personal protective equipment and equipment lock-out
  • 1.3 Identify and assess hazards and take actions to mitigate risks related to engineered wood product dressing operations
  • 1.4 Obtain type and quantity of engineered wood product for planing and sanding from the production process
2. Plane and sand engineered wood product
  • 2.1 Complete pre-start-up checks and set planing and sanding thickness and feed rate for optimal product recovery
  • 2.2 Position material and feed at a rate appropriate to machine speed, capacity, engineered wood product thickness and condition
  • 2.3 Plane and sand engineered wood product to specification and assess product visually throughout the process for thickness, finish quality and faults
  • 2.4 Coordinate outfeed to ensure efficient recovery of planed and sanded material
  • 2.5 Check dust extraction equipment regularly and clean to avoid blockages
3. Redistribute finished engineered wood product
  • 3.1 Grade finished engineered wood product for quality and use according to industry standards
  • 3.2 Direct material to storage or processing operations according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Dispose of sub-standard material according to workplace environmental protection practices and/or procedures
  • 3.4 Clean work area according to workplace health and safety procedures
4. Complete operator maintenance
  • 4.1 Lock out equipment according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 4.2 Check planer blades and sanding belts for deterioration or damage
  • 4.3 Remove and replace planer blades and sanding belts according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 4.4 Keep machine area clear of dust and debris according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 4.5 Record and report production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAN88 FWPCOT3268 Plane and sand engineered wood products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC1 FWP30322 Certificate III in Timber and Wood Products Operations Qualification