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Grade round poles and debarked logs

Grade round poles and debarked logs

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW2201
State Code
AXK19
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to visually evaluate pole and log characteristics and defects for classification into varying strength and appearance grades. It includes sorting poles and logs, and marking material in line with grade and on-site distribution.The unit applies to job roles including Kiln Worker, Timber Grader, Treatment Plant Worker, Production Worker and Sawmill Worker.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for grading, sorting and marking
  • 1.1 Review and check work order.
  • 1.2 Identify site procedures for grading and sorting poles and debarked logs.
  • 1.3 Locate type and quantity of poles and debarked logs to be graded, sorted and marked.
  • 1.4 Select equipment for grading and check for operational effectiveness.
2. Grade, sort and mark poles and debarked logs
  • 2.1 Visually assess length and diameter of poles or logs.
  • 2.2 Review industry standards for ranges for sorting.
  • 2.3 Identify material characteristics and defects of each pole or log against industry standards for grade type.
  • 2.4 Measure, record and report moisture content.
  • 2.5 Mark defects for docking.
  • 2.6 Mark and sort material for grade classification, using markers or stickers that are easily interpretable
  • 2.7 Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems.
3. Distribute material
  • 3.1 Move poles or logs to planned storage or processing operations.
  • 3.2 Dispose of sub-standard material in line with site procedures and environmental requirements.
  • 3.3 Monitor the movement of on-site movement of material and ensure intended flow is achieved.
  • 3.4 Follow site procedures for labelling storage locations.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6047 FPISAW2201B Grade round poles and debarked logs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFD14 FWPCOT3339 Grade wood product visually Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL2 FWP20316 Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification