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Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines for furniture designs

Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines for furniture designs

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDM4023
State Code
ODZ54
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2022
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/11/2022
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines to achieve design requirements for furniture or similar products. It includes tuning and general problem-solving. This unit applies to individuals working in a manufacturing or workshop environment who set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines, either alone or as part of an internal or external team.No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine set-up and operating requirements of woodworking machines
  • 1.1 Verify and ensure compliance with relevant legislative, work health and safety and workplace requirements related to selection and use of static woodworking machines
  • 1.2 Identify set-up requirements for static woodworking machines in accordance with furniture design and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Identify operating requirements to achieve design outcomes and determine safety requirements
2. Set up and operate static woodworking machines
  • 2.1 Check selected machines for serviceability, precision settings, maintenance compliance and safety in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Interpret work specifications and instructions and set up machines to perform operations
  • 2.3 Operate machines in accordance with manufacturer operating procedures to achieve required work outcome
  • 2.4 Monitor work to ensure quality standards are met
  • 2.5 Follow safety procedures
3. Maintain static woodworking machines
  • 3.1 Assess machines for performance compliance
  • 3.2 Identify, rectify and report on faults or non-compliance issues, or replace as needed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Apply problem-solving techniques to identify and address operational problems
  • 3.4 Conduct routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance of machines
  • 3.5 Clean and clear work area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Clean, maintain and store all machines in accordance with manufacturer specifications
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State Code National Code Title Type
WI290 MSFFDT4009 Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines for furniture designs Unit of competency