Unit of competency Outline
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Produce finger jointed timber
Produce finger jointed timber
Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2209
FWPCOT2209
State Code
AXL92
AXL92
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to produce finger jointed timber, including preparing and mixing glue and maintaining production processes to ensure quality and continuity of supply. The unit applies to timber products operators involved with the production of finger jointed timber in a forest 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 operation
- 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
- 1.2 Identify glue requirements and mix to ensure minimal wastage; dispose of excess material in line with environmental protection practices.
- 1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
2. Start jointing process
- 2.1 Prepare materials and check samples in line with organisational procedures.
- 2.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices.
- 2.3 Commence jointing process, identify problems and adjust settings.
- 2.4 Check finished joints for strength and appearance in line with organisational quality standards.
- 2.5 Dispose of sub-standard samples and finished products in line with environmental protection practices.
3. Maintain production flow
- 3.1 Run automatic jointing process and regularly check correct operation of all sections.
- 3.2 Monitor processes to ensure continuity of supply and processing.
- 3.3 Evaluate product quality regularly and make required adjustments.
- 3.4 Clear work area regularly in line with organisational safety procedures.
- 3.5 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
- 3.6 Complete production and quality records and report in line with organisational procedures.
4. Complete operator maintenance
- 4.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
- 4.2 Check cutters and saw blades for bluntness or damage.
- 4.3 Remove and replace cutters and blades in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.
- 4.4 Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.
- 4.5 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5887 | FPICOT2209B | Produce finger jointed timber | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OFD16 | FWPCOT3337 | Operate timber finger jointing line | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL2 | FWP20316 | Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing | Qualification |
| AD570 | FWPSS00028 | Skill set for a finger jointing plant operator | Skill set |
| BAM4 | FWP20516 | Certificate II in Timber Manufactured Products | Qualification |