Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

The unit scope is to cover all the following basic machines and functions or tasks:
cross-cut saw
remove/replace saw blade
blade selection/identification
docking (oversize + 20mm)
docking (accurate to +/- 0.25mm)
docking square (no tolerance)
machine fault finding
rip saw
remove/replace saw blade
blade selection/identification
set up riving knife to AS 1473
parallel rip (oversize by 5mm+)
machine fault finding
scroll band saw
remove/replace saw blade
fold, unfold, reverse saw blade
blade selection
off fence ripping
freehand ripping
freehand curve cutting
machine fault finding
panel saw
remove/replace saw blade
set up scribe saw
set up riving knife to AS 1473
cut flat panel board (off rip fence using scribe saw)
cut flat panel board (off cross-cut fence using scribe saw)
machine fault finding
surface planer (buzzer/jointer)
machine face
machine edge
machine chamfer or bevel
machine fault finding
panel planer (thicknesser)
parallel plane width
parallel plane thickness
machine fault finding
bobbin sander
sand concave surface
machine fault finding
disc sander
sand straight surface
sand convex surface
sand end grain
machine fault finding
belt sander (including linisher, edge sander and stroke [lacey] sander)
remove/replace belts
sand veneer face of flat panel board
sand solid timber face
sand solid timber edges (remove arris/shape)
machine fault finding
vertical drill press
select and replace drill bits
drill holes to pre-determined depths vertically
hinge boring
machine fault finding
horizontal borer (single bit)
select and replace drill bits
drill holes to pre-determined depths horizontally
hinge boring
machine fault finding

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, operation and maintenance of machines

Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Material to be machined may include but is not limited to:
solid timber
manufactured board and metal

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

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
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 to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify, set up, operate and monitor the machines and complete the tasks identified in the Range Statement (above)
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The range, characteristics, uses and limitations of basic static machines
Characteristics of materials and uses of products produced
General workplace quality standards and procedures
Workplace guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance levels
Workplace safety policies and procedures
Procedures for reporting machinery faults and material defects

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, machine operations, basic plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate machining problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to machine operations, including tools, equipment and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Access to basic static 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.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(2)