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Set up, operate and maintain pressure and clamping machines

Set up, operate and maintain pressure and clamping machines

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFM2012B
State Code
W8609
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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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
16
Description
This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain pressure and clamping machines using their full potential and capacities in the production of furniture
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. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3. Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality
  • 1.4. Pressure and clamping machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
  • 1.5. Procedures are determined for minimising waste material
  • 1.6. 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. Pressure and clamping machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3. Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work
  • 2.4. Necessary adjustments are made to machine settings
3. Operate machines
  • 3.1. Machine start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturers' instructions
  • 3.2. Material is placed into machine in accordance with manufacturers' instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
  • 3.3. Machine is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturers' recommendations
  • 3.4. Machine operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output
  • 3.5. Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
  • 3.6. Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the machine are identified and reported to appropriate persons
4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment
  • 4.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored
  • 4.2. Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures
  • 4.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5. Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and site procedures
  • 4.6. Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Pressure and clamping machines are to include:
manual clamps and presses
hydraulic vacuum presses and clamping machines and may include post forming machines
Material to be pressed/clamped may include:
solid timber
manufactured board and decorative treatments
including laminates
Products may include:
vacuum formed doors
widening joints
framed construction
drawers and laminating veneers
Unit scope
Work requires individuals to read and interpret production instructions, complete adjustments to machine configurations and settings, using jigs and fixtures, selection and application of adhesives and the operation of machines to finish products
Unit context
OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines
Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of domestic and commercial furniture, including kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
screwdrivers
hammers and spanners
Materials are to include:
pressure and clamping machine consumables
oils and lubricants and trial materials
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures








EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify, set up, operate and maintain at least one pneumatically/hydraulically operated pressure and clamping machine to perform a significant production function covering three variable and different set up situations
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications
Access to pressure and clamping machinery as identified in the Range Statement, standard operating procedures, and unprocessed materials.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0283 LMFFM2012A Set up, operate and maintain pressure and clamping machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI421 MSFFM2012 Set up, operate and maintain pressure and clamping machines Unit of competency