Unit of competency Outline

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Recondition saw guides

Recondition saw guides

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW3235
State Code
OBM23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2020
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to review, adjust, grind or machine and replace guides in band saws to assure smooth and straight running. The unit applies to individuals who recondition guides in a sawmill.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 or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for reconditioning
  • 1.1 Review work order to determine job requirements and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with reconditioning saw guides
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
  • 1.5 Select appropriate repair and maintenance equipment, and check for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.6 Plan reconditioning process according to work order
2. Recondition guides
  • 2.1 Review condition of saw guides to assess wear
  • 2.2 Select and position guides in guide holding attachment ready for reconditioning
  • 2.3 Examine, dress, replace or sharpen tooling according to safety procedures
  • 2.4 Set up reconditioning equipment
  • 2.5 Remove scored material from the guide by grinding or machining
  • 2.6 Select grinding or machining speeds and feeds to avoid burn marks on guides
  • 2.7 Recondition guides to meet geometric and lubrication requirements of sawing equipment
3. Safely store guides ready for use
  • 3.1 Segregate and dispose of unserviceable guides according to environmental protection practices
  • 3.2 Identify and report low stock and shortages of new guides according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Identify routine processing and equipment faults, and resolve or report to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXJ97 FWPSAW3211 Recondition guides Unit of competency