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Perform laboratory testing

Perform laboratory testing

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPWPP4202
State Code
AXJ08
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to test blends, glues, additives, materials, products and any other entities produced by the enterprise, to ascertain causes of a problem or to improve techniques.The unit applies to those performing laboratory testing in a forest and wood products factory setting.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for testing.
  • 1.1 Review work order and check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Identify, clarify and follow safe work procedures for performing laboratory testing.
  • 1.3 Identify hazards and control risk in the work environment relevant to own role and responsibility.
  • 1.4 Obtain type and quantity of items for testing.
  • 1.5 Select and calibrate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.6 Plan testing process in line with site procedures.
2. Test samples.
  • 2.1 Interpret and analyse problem or improvement requirement.
  • 2.2 Prepare samples and identify manufacturing dates, times and batches from production records.
  • 2.3 Establish, review and interpret test data.
  • 2.4 Conduct test in line with industry standards.
  • 2.5 Check results by further sampling and testing.
3. Evaluate and report test outcomes.
  • 3.1 Evaluate test results for implications and impacts on production process.
  • 3.2 Take action to rectify or improve upon test results achieved.
  • 3.3 Communicate test results to production personnel to facilitate process control or changes.
  • 3.4 Provide results to external authorities in line with registration systems.
  • 3.5 Record and report testing process and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6147 FPIWPP4202B Perform laboratory testing Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL4 FWP50116 Diploma of Forest and Forest Products Qualification
BAL9 FWP40216 Certificate IV in Timber Processing Qualification