Treat paper

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
FWPWPP3214

State Code
AXJ25

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

030305 - Materials Engineering

Original Release Date

05/10/2016

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to treat paper with resin in readiness for use in the laminating process.The unit applies to production operators and technicians who treat paper in a forest and wood products factory setting and includes operator maintenance.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for treating

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
1.2 Identify type and quantity of paper for treating.
1.3 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
1.4 Plan treating processes in line with work order.

2. Load paper

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
2.2 Locate paper rolls and move to loader.
2.3 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness.
2.4 Thread paper and commence feed process, ensuring minimal paper damage.
2.5 Change rolls when depleted and in line with treatment requirements.

3. Operate treater equipment

3.1 Bring treater to full operating condition, and regularly check operating parameters in line with manufacturer’s instructions.
3.2 Run treating line, keeping paper treated with foreign material clear of treating process.
3.3 Check resin parameters regularly and adjust in line with manufacturer’s instructions.
3.4 Assess paper regularly, ensuring specified outcomes in line with work order.
3.5 Direct treated paper to storage or processing operations in line with organisational procedures.

4. Fill resin tank

4.1 Shut off resin feed from tanks in line with manufacturer’s instructions.
4.2 Wash and drain resin tanks thoroughly in line with environmental protection practices.
4.3 Pump resin from delivery truck to tank, monitor to ensure successful transfer and complete appropriate documentation.
4.4 Wash area surrounding tank clear of any spillage in line with organisational safety procedures and environmental protection practices.

5. Operate effluent system

5.1 Clean effluent tanks regularly in line with environmental protection practices.
5.2 Add settling agents to effluent tanks according to required quantities and allow for settling.
5.3 Remove solids and dispose of in line with organisational safety procedures and environmental protection practices.

6. Complete operator maintenance

6.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
6.2 Check treating mechanisms for operational effectiveness.
6.3 Check, adjust and maintain vat and oven temperatures in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.
6.4 Dispose of excess resin in line with environmental protection practices.
6.5 Keep machine clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
6.6 Record and report paper treating process, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D6129	FPIWPP3214B	Treat paper	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BAL3	FWP30416	Certificate III in Wood Panel Products	Qualification