Modification History
Qualification code updated to FPI10111 to reflect Training Package update from FPI05 Version 3 to FPI11 Version 1.
The following units have been added to the qualification as electives:
- FPICOT2240 Cut material with a pole saw
- FPICOT3259 Operate a four-wheel drive on unsealed roads
- FPICOT3260 Recover four-wheel drive vehicles
- FPIFGM3214 Operate a four-wheel drive in a towing situation
- MEM18011C Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
- TLIF1002A Conduct housekeeping activities.
Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the forest sawmilling and processing sector of the forest and forest products industry.
Pathways Information
This qualification has three employment pathways for typical operational environments of sawmilling and processing. These are:
- Sawmilling processing technician
- Kiln operator
- Production technician.
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/Territory licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirement.
Some imported units contained within the elective bank may be subject to State/Territory codes, regulations, licence and/or permit. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements as outlined in the unit’s Parent Training Package.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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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. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 13
- 6 core units plus
- 7 elective units, consisting of:
- 2 units from Group A
- up to 5 units from Group A and/or Group B
- up to 3 units recommended for packaging at Certificate II, III or IV 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 Name |
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Core |
BSBFLM312C |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
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FPICOR2201B |
Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry |
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FPICOR2202B |
Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace |
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FPICOR3201B |
Implement safety, health and environment policies and procedures |
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FPICOR3202B |
Conduct quality and product care procedures |
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FPICOR3204B |
Visually assess materials |
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GROUP A ELECTIVE UNITS |
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Field |
Unit Code |
Unit Name |
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Logyard and/or Material Preparation |
FPICOT3203B |
Weigh loads |
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FPICOT3227B |
Receive and measure logs |
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Sawing Operations |
FPISAW3202B |
Produce sawn green boards |
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FPISAW3203B |
Break down logs |
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FPISAW3204B |
Saw flitches and cants |
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FPISAW3227B |
Select and saw logs in multi-species operations |
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FPISAW3229B |
Operate a portable sawmill |
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Grading and Testing |
FPICOT3208B |
Test strength of joints |
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FPICOT3225B |
Mechanically stress grade timber |
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FPICOT3229B |
Mechanically stress grade panels |
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FPICOT3240B |
Grade heavy structural/engineered products |
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FPICOT3245B |
Grade, sort and mark material |
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FPICOT3246B |
Test heavy structural/engineered products |
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FPICOT3250A |
Prepare timber to meet import/export compliance requirements |
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FPISAW3223B |
Assess wood chip |
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Timber Products |
FPICOT3205B |
Dress boards using multi-headed machines |
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FPICOT3206B |
Cut material using high speed optimiser |
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FPICOT3207B |
Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing operations |
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FPICOT3209B |
Set up, operate and maintain end matching operations |
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FPICOT3230B |
Operate automated stacking equipment |
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FPICOT3234B |
Cut material using CNC sizing machines |
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FPICOT3235B |
Machine material using CNC machining and processing centres |
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FPICOT3253A |
Convert timber residue into products for further use |
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FPISAW3226B |
Saw logs using CNC optimising systems |
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Timber Drying and Treatment |
AHCCHM303A |
Prepare and apply chemicals |
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FPICOT3231B |
Operate steam boiler |
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FPICOT3232B |
Operate heat plant |
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FPICOT3248A |
Dry timber in solar assisted kilns |
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FPICOT3249A |
Select timber preservation techniques |
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FPISAW3201B |
Treat timber |
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FPISAW3205B |
Dry hardwood |
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FPISAW3206B |
Dry softwood |
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Sawdoctoring |
FPICOT3201B |
Hand sharpen knives and blades |
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FPICOT3211B |
Maintain sawdoctoring tools |
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FPICOT3212B |
Replace saws, blades and guides |
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FPICOT3213B |
Manufacture cutting tools |
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FPICOT3215B |
Swage and shape saw blades |
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FPICOT3216B |
Assess and maintain saw performance |
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FPICOT3217B |
Assess and maintain cutter performance |
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FPICOT3233B |
Sharpen and align blades and knives |
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FPICOT3237B |
Produce templates |
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FPISAW3207B |
Sharpen band saws |
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FPISAW3208B |
Sharpen circular saws |
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FPISAW3209B |
Align sawing production systems |
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FPISAW3210B |
File and set saws |
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FPISAW3211B |
Recondition guides |
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FPISAW3212B |
Sharpen tipped circular saws |
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FPISAW3213B |
Level and tension circular saws |
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FPISAW3214B |
Join band saw blades |
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FPISAW3217B |
Hard face saw teeth |
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FPISAW3218B |
Replace tungsten tips |
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FPISAW3219B |
Replace stellite tips |
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FPISAW3220B |
Maintain wide band saw blades |
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FPISAW3221B |
Profile saw blanks |
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FPISAW3222B |
Recondition band mill wheels |
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Woodchipping |
FPISAW3215B |
Screen wood chips |
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FPISAW3216B |
Transfer wood chips |
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FPISAW3223B |
Assess wood chips |
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FPISAW3224B |
Coordinate and monitor the wood chip stockpile |
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GROUP B ELECTIVE UNITS |
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Field |
Unit Code |
Unit Name |
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Machinery and Equipment |
FPICOT2240 |
Cut material with a pole saw |
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FPICOT3224B |
Plan and monitor equipment maintenance |
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FPICOT3259 |
Operate a four-wheel drive on unsealed roads |
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FPICOT3215 |
Perform complex four wheel drive operations |
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FPICOT3260 |
Recover four-wheel drive vehicles |
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FPIFGM3214 |
Operate a four-wheel drive in a towing situation |
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MEM18011C |
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment |
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Warehousing & Distribution |
FPICOT3236B |
Coordinate stock control procedures |
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RIIMPO321A |
Conduct civil construction wheel loader operations |
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TLIA3018A |
Organise despatch operations |
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Load Handling |
RIIMPO323A |
Conduct civil construction dozer operations |
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TLID3011A |
Conduct specialised forklift operations |
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TLID3014A |
Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads |
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TLID3043A |
Shift loads using gantry equipment |
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Safety and Quality Processes |
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FPICOT3202B |
Navigate in remote or trackless areas |
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FPICOR3203B |
Evaluate fire potential and prevention |
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FPICOT3254A |
Implement environmentally sustainable work practices in the work area/work site |
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HLTFA402C |
Apply advanced first aid (unit has HLTFA301C Apply first aid as a prerequisite) |
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TLID3035A |
Operate a boom type elevating work platform |
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TLIF1002A |
Conduct housekeeping activities |
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Administration and Business |
BSBINM301A |
Organise workplace information |
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BSBITU306A |
Design and produce business documents |
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Communication and Relationships |
BSBFLM303C |
Contribute to effective workplace relationships |
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Competitive Manufacturing |
MSACMS200A |
Apply competitive manufacturing practices |
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MSACMT460A |
Facilitate the use of planning software systems in manufacturing (unit has MSACMT260A Use planning software systems in manufacturing as a prerequisite). |
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Planning and Analysis |
BSBFLM305C |
Support operational plan |