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Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines

Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM3012
State Code
WI433
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers setting up, operating and maintaining sawing machines using their full technical potential and capacities. It encompasses and builds on the machines and tasks covered in unitMSFFM2010 Set up, operate and maintain basic static machines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities
  • 1.2 Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted
  • 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.4 Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality
  • 1.5 Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
  • 1.6 Procedures are determined for minimising waste material
  • 1.7 Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job
2 Set up machines
  • 2.1 Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked
  • 2.2 Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3 Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work
  • 2.4 Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings
3 Operate machines
  • 3.1 Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 3.2 Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
  • 3.3 Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.4 Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output
  • 3.5 Waste quantities are checked and minimised
  • 3.6 Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons
4 Finalise operation and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode
  • 4.3 Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices
  • 4.4 Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8621 LMFFM3020B Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEK53 MSFFM3032 Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines Unit of competency