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Cut material to length and angles

Cut material to length and angles

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPTMM2205
State Code
OCR40
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/04/2021
Field of Education
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
07/04/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and cut material to length and angle with a power driven saw. It includes non-specialist saw maintenance on completion of operation. The unit applies to machine operators, timber product workers and manufacturing assistants who undertake specified activities under the direction of more experienced workers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for cutting
  • 1.1 Determine information for cutting materials to length and angles from work order and confirm with appropriate person
  • 1.2 Determine type and quantity of material to be cut
  • 1.3 Plan material cutting patterns and saw set-up sequences according to work order and cutting list
  • 1.4 Confirm safety requirements for cutting materials according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.6 Select appropriate equipment and carry out a pre-start check according to manufacturer instructions
2. Cut material to length and angle
  • 2.1 Mark up material and set stops in preparation for cutting
  • 2.2 Select and set up appropriate saw for cutting materials
  • 2.3 Operate machinery according to manufacturer instructions and workplace safety requirements
  • 2.4 Produce required quantity of material according to cutting sequence and patterns
  • 2.5 Check cuts for length and angle within allowable tolerance
  • 2.6 Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects according to workplace safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.7 Stack material safely according to work order in designated location
  • 2.8 Check product quality and quantity and record against work order
  • 2.9 Report processing faults to appropriate person
3. Complete operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Follow workplace safety procedures to lock-out equipment
  • 3.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage
  • 3.3 Remove and replace saw blades according to manufacturer instructions
  • 3.4 Dispose of used blades according to workplace safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.5 Clean and maintain saw and equipment, and check for and report faults or damage
  • 3.6 Clean work area and dispose of sawdust, off-cuts and debris according to workplace safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.7 Report equipment faults or damage to appropriate person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXJ74 FWPTMM2201 Cut material to length and angles Unit of competency