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Produce barrels using fired processes

Produce barrels using fired processes

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFCP2003
State Code
WI274
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
21/01/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and respond to timber and material properties
  • 1.1 Types of timber and inherent characteristics are analysed to select the optimum timber for the product
  • 1.2 Characteristics and properties of oak are identified and considered
  • 1.3 Properties and impacts of metals are identified and considered
2 Respond to the impact of the barrel properties on wine product
  • 2.1 Cause and effects on the product of controlled oxidation is considered and responded to
  • 2.2 Cause and effects on the product of barrel maturation is considered and responded to
  • 2.3 Cause and effect of the fermentation in barrel is considered and responded to
  • 2.4 Impact of toasting on the barrel and the product are responded to as a factor in the toasting operation
  • 2.5 Impact of seasoning on the barrel timber components and the product are considered as a factor in determination of seasoning requirements
3 Prepare for production
  • 3.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to coopering operations are verified and complied with
  • 3.2 Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
  • 3.3 Barrel production sequence is planned
  • 3.4 Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • 3.5 Suitable work area is selected for the task
  • 3.6 Tools and equipment suitable for the work are selected and checked for safe operation
4 Select and prepare components
  • 4.1 Materials, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected
  • 4.2 Fixing and joining devices are selected in accordance with work instructions and type of materials to be joined
  • 4.3 Jigs are selected and checked for suitability of purpose
  • 4.4 Components, including staves and heads, are machined and prepared to specification
5 Pre-assemble barrel components
  • 5.1 Components are laid out inspected and selected for use and joined using jigs
  • 5.2 Heads are joined and clamped
  • 5.3 Staves are fitted and hooped
  • 5.4 Hand and/or power tools and equipment are used as required
  • 5.5 Assembled components are checked for compliance with specifications
6 Fire the barrel
  • 6.1 Barrel’s intended use and related technical instructions are analysed to determine the toasting technique and timing
  • 6.2 Barrel interior is toasted to specification
  • 6.3 Tensioning processes are applied
  • 6.4 Hoops are fitted
  • 6.5 Crozing is completed to specification
  • 6.6 Heads are cut, bevelled to size and fitted
7 Finish the product
  • 7.1 Barrel is finished using belt, disk or machine sander and hand tools
  • 7.2 Final hoops and decorative features or fittings are fitted and secured to specification
  • 7.3 Barrel is tested for leakage and faults are repaired
8 Clean work area and maintain equipment
  • 8.1 Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 8.2 Finished products are organised and stored in holding area
  • 8.3 Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures
  • 8.4 Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 8.5 Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace proceduresRecords and reports are completed to workplace requirements
  • 8.6 Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL93 MSFCP3002 Produce barrels using fired processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification