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Qualification details

FPI20311 - Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing (Release 4)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
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Supersedes and is equivalent to FPI20305 - Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing 06/Feb/2012
Is superseded by and equivalent to FWP20316 - Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing 12/May/2016

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
4 (this release) 01/May/2015
(View details for release 3) 27/Aug/2013
(View details for release 2) 27/Nov/2012
(View details for release 1) 07/Feb/2012

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FPICOT2241 - Apply wood and timber product knowledgeApply wood and timber product knowledgeSupersededElective
TLID2010A - Operate a forkliftOperate a forkliftSupersededElective
AHCWRK203A - Operate in isolated and remote situationsOperate in isolated and remote situationsSupersededElective
FPICOT2238A - Cut materials with a hand-held chainsawCut materials with a hand-held chainsawSupersededElective
TLILIC2001A - Licence to operate a forklift truckLicence to operate a forklift truckSupersededElective
TLID2012A - Operate specialised load shifting equipmentOperate specialised load shifting equipmentSupersededElective
FPISAW2202B - Sort boards manuallySort boards manuallySupersededElective
BSBINM201A - Process and maintain workplace informationProcess and maintain workplace informationSupersededElective
FPICOT2233B - Navigate in forest areasNavigate in forest areasSupersededElective
TLIC2002A - Drive light rigid vehicleDrive light rigid vehicleSupersededElective
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 711313 Sawmilling Operator 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 7294-11 Wood Processing MacHine Operator 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0301 Manufacturing Engineering And Technology 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 521 Certificate II 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Sawmilling and Processing 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Production Worker (Timber) 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 711313 Sawmilling Operator 03/Sep/2012 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 7294-11 Wood Processing MacHine Operator 03/Sep/2012 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0301 Manufacturing Engineering And Technology 03/Sep/2012 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 521 Certificate II 07/Feb/2012 
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Modification History

Release 4

Elective unit HLTAID003 replaces HLTFA311A.

Release 2

Three new units added to elective bank:

  • FPICOT2241
  • FPICOT3263
  • FPICOT3264

Elective unit HLTFA311A replaces HLTFA301C - Not equivalent

Imported unit updated to current release:

  • MEM18011C

Release 1.1

Five imported units of competency updated:

  • TLIF1002B replaces TLIF1002A - Equivalent
  • TLID2004A replaces TLID407C - Equivalent
  • TLID2047A replaces TLID707C - Equivalent
  • MSS402001A replaces MSACMS200A - Equivalent
  • SIRXCCS202 replaces SIRXCCS002A - Equivalent

Description

This qualification is designed for job roles in the sawmilling and processing sector of the forest and forest products industry.

Pathways Information

This qualification has five employment pathways for typical operational environments of sawmilling and processing. These are:

  • Kiln Worker
  • Timber Grader
  • Treatment Plant Worker
  • Production Worker
  • Sawmill Worker

Entry may be gained through progression from a lower level FPI qualification or recognition of existing industry experience or qualifications.

This qualification may be suited to an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Native FPI units may be subject to state or territory licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.

Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to state or territory codes, regulations, licences and/or permits. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements outlined in the unit’s parent Training Package.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on the packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication
  • Convey information in simple language, and acknowledge and check message
  • Establish and maintain communication with others according to organisational policies and procedures
  • Identify and comply with safety signs and symbols
  • Use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others

Teamwork
  • Check key legal and procedural principles relating to work order with appropriate personnel, according to organisational requirements
  • Make constructive contributions to the group
  • Provide assistance to and seek assistance from co-workers to achieve work tasks
  • Share relevant workplace information with co-workers to achieve designated individual and team goals and objectives

Problem-solving
  • Follow safe workplace procedures and safe work instructions for controlling risks
  • Identify and report occupational health and safety issues and risks in the work area to appropriate personnel
  • Identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures
  • Identify and promptly report problems to appropriate personnel to avoid repetition of de-valued product

Initiative and enterprise
  • Apply safe work practices, including effective response procedures, to workplace risk and emergencies, according to applicable occupational health and safety and organisational requirements
  • Actively seek feedback on performance from appropriate personnel to confirm quality of performance and identify areas for improvement
  • Identify and report existing and potential hazards in the work area to appropriate personnel
  • Review factors affecting the achievement of work tasks and report to appropriate personnel

Planning and organising
  • Locate, record and report workplace information
  • Identify and comply with applicable legislative and procedural requirements in an ethical manner consistent with workplace standards
  • Follow safe workplace procedures for dealing with accidents and emergencies within scope of responsibilities

Self-management
  • Follow and apply quality system procedures in personal work
  • Maintain work relationships
  • Follow environmental care procedures according to organisational requirements
  • Seek appropriate support to assist and improve own performance to achieve personal and organisational goals and objectives

Learning
  • Identify and establish opportunities for professional development in consultation with appropriate personnel according to organisational procedures
  • Practise and carry out emergency and evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency
  • Record and report information regarding learning and competency development according to organisational requirements

Technology
  • Maintain machinery and adjust equipment to minimise product damage and waste
  • Use relevant equipment to complete work tasks within designated timeframes, which may include telephones and other communications equipment, tools, machinery, vehicles, navigational aids, instruments, computers and computer software, printers, facsimile machines and photocopiers

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 13

  • 5 core units plus
  • 8 elective units, consisting of:
  • 3 units from Group A
  • up to 5 units from Group A and/or Group B
  • up to 2 units recommended for packaging at Certificate I, II or III level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the Sawmilling and Processing Sector of the industry.

CORE UNITS 

Field 

Unit Code 

Unit Title 

Core 

FPICOR2201B

Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry

FPICOR2202B

Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace

FPICOR2203B

Follow environmental care procedures

FPICOR2205B

Follow OHS policies and procedures

FPICOR2207B

Maintain quality and product care

GROUP A ELECTIVE UNITS 

Field 

Unit Code 

Unit Title 

Logyard and/or Material Preparation 

FPICOT2226B

Debark logs mechanically

FPICOT3203B

Weigh loads

Sawing Operations 

FPICOT2202B

Rack material

FPICOT2205B

Tail out materials

FPICOT2208B

Resaw boards and timber

FPICOT2218B

Cross cut materials with a fixed saw

FPICOT2229B

Dock material to length

FPICOT2238A

Cut materials with a hand-held chainsaw

FPISAW2202B

Sort boards manually

FPISAW2203B

Sort boards mechanically

FPISAW2204B

Dock boards with mechanical feed

FPISAW2207B

Round softwood logs

FPISAW2208B

Split wood products

FPISAW2209B

Dismantle, transport and assemble hand portable sawmill

Grading and Testing 

FPICOT2212B

Grade hardwood sawn and milled products

FPICOT2213B

Grade softwood sawn and milled products

FPICOT2214B

Grade cypress sawn and milled products

FPICOT2215B

Visually stress grade hardwood

FPICOT2216B

Visually stress grade softwood

FPICOT2217B

Visually stress grade cypress

FPISAW2201B

Grade round poles and debarked logs

Timber Products 

FPICOT2203B

Finish products

FPICOT2207B

Dress boards and timber

FPICOT2209B

Produce finger jointed timber

FPICOT2211B

Produce pointed timber products

FPICOT2222B

Produce laminated beams

FPICOT2230B

Assemble products

FPICOT2241

Apply wood and timber product knowledge

FPISAW2205B

Assemble materials using nail plates

FPISAW2206B

De-stack seasoning racks

Timber Drying and Treatment 

AHCCHM201A

Apply chemicals under supervision

FPISAW2210B

Prepare for timber treatment operations

Woodchipping 

FPICOT2225B

Chip or flake wood

GROUP B ELECTIVE UNITS 

Field 

Unit Code 

Unit Title 

Warehousing and Distribution 

FPICOT2201B

Stack and bind material

FPICOT2210B

Tally material

FPICOT2227B

Process orders and despatch products

FPICOT2228B

Store materials

FPICOT2231B

Pack products

FPICOT3264

Build and maintain timber stacks

TLIF1002B

Conduct housekeeping activities

Machinery and Equipment 

FPICOT2219B

Use hand-held tools

FPICOT2237A

Maintain chainsaws

FPICOT2240

Cut material with a pole saw

FPICOT3259

Operate a four wheel drive on unsealed roads

MEM18011C

Shut down and isolate machines/equipment

Load Handling 

TLIC2002A

Drive light rigid vehicle

TLIC3003A

Drive medium rigid vehicle

TLID2004A

Load and unload goods/cargo

TLID2047A

Prepare cargo for transfer with slings

TLID2010A

Operate a forklift

TLID2012A

Operate specialised load shifting equipment

TLID2013A

Move materials mechanically using automated equipment

TLILIC2001A

Licence to operate a forklift truck

Safety & Quality Processes 

AHCWRK203A

Operate in isolated and remote situations

FPICOT2233B

Navigate in forest areas

FPICOT3263

Maintain and contribute to energy efficiency

HLTAID003

Provide first aid

Administration & Business 

BSBINM201A

Process and maintain workplace information

BSBITU201A

Produce simple word processed documents

BSBWOR204A

Use business technology

Competitive Manufacturing 

MSS402001A

Apply competitive systems and practices

Communication and Relationships 

SIRXCCS202

Interact with customers

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