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Prepare resin and additives

Prepare resin and additives

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPWPP3209
State Code
AXJ32
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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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
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to mix glue, resin and additives for use in the production of engineered wood products. The unit applies individuals who work as production operators and technicians in an engineered wood products facility. Operators generally work under broad or limited direction to complete routine activities related to their own work, and take responsibility for their work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for mixing resin and additives
  • 1.1 Review work order, workplace health and safety requirements, environmental protection practices and emergency procedures for mixing resin and additives and, where required, check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Identify and report hazards and use personal protective equipment according to workplace requirements and health and safety legislation to maintain safe work practices
  • 1.3 Obtain the type and quantity of glue or resin to be mixed from a storage location
  • 1.4 Select the mixing process and plan according to work order
2. Mix glue
  • 2.1 Use equipment according to workplace health and safety procedures, manufacturer instructions and environmental protection practices
  • 2.2 Measure and mix glue or resin ingredients and additives to ensure minimum wastage
  • 2.3 Transfer mix to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contaminating
  • 2.4 Monitor rate that glue or resins and additives are being added, and where required adjust pumps
  • 2.5 Test mix samples regularly according to manufacturer instructions
3. Maintain and clean equipment
  • 3.1 Clean mixing, storage and transfer equipment according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 3.2 Turn off pumps and flush equipment according to workplace health and safety procedures and manufacturer recommendations
  • 3.3 Dispose of excess glue or resin and additives in line with environmental protection practices, and store equipment
  • 3.4 Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6124 FPIWPP3209B Prepare resin and additives Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFD15 FWPCOT3338 Identify glues and gluing systems used in production of wood products Unit of competency