Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the outcomes required to mechanically stress grade panels with mechanical stress graders and high speed mechanical graders to test panels for strength and durability against set classifications General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publication This unit replaces FPICOT3229A Mechanically stress grade panels |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit involves mechanically stress-grading panels in a forest products factory setting The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for stress-grading |
1.1. Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to mechanically stress-grading panels are identified and followed 1.2. Work order is reviewed and clarified with appropriate personnel 1.3. Type and quantity of panels to be stress graded are assessed and acquired from the storage location 1.4. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations 1.5. Stress-grading process is planned in line with site procedures and environmental requirements 1.6. Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements |
2. Stress grade panels |
2.1. Pre -startup checks are carried out on equipment in line with site requirements 2.2. Spray guns or branding rolls are set up for use in line with site procedures and environmental requirements 2.3. Calibration procedure is performed using verification panels and grade thresholds set in line with industry standards and site procedures 2.4. Grading process is performed automatically and material flow to the machine is monitored and adjusted 2.5. Machinery is monitored to ensure consistent grade marking and that appearance on panels meets industry standards 2.6. Samples for independent testing are withdrawn and prepared in line with testing procedures 2.7. Stress-grading process and equipment faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel |
3. Conduct operator maintenance |
3.1. Equipment lock-out procedures are followed in line with OHS legislation and site procedures 3.2. Photo -electric cells and reflectors are regularly checked and cleaned 3.3. Spray guns or branding rolls are checked and refilled in line with site procedures 3.4. Mechanical stress grade rollers, auto-feed and load pressure are adjusted and maintained 3.5. Stress-grading area is kept clear of dust, shavings and debris in line with OHS and environmental requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently mechanically stress grade panels in line with organisational requirements |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to, and satisfy all, of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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OHS requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Environmental requirements may include : |
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Legislative requirements : |
are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:
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Organisational requirements may include: |
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Work order is to include: |
and may include:
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Appropriate personnel may include: |
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Panels may include: |
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Stress-grading includes: |
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Storage locations may include: |
and may be divided into:
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Equipment is to include: |
and may include:
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Communication may include: |
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Pre-startup checks |
are conducted to ensure:
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Spray guns or branding rolls |
are used to mark panels automatically with grade-related dyes |
Calibration |
is the setting of the machine to the desired stress grade level using verification panels in line with industry standards |
Verification panels : |
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Grade thresholds |
are the variations between one grade level and another determining if a panel is considered in the higher or lower grade |
Independent testing |
is the process of randomly selecting stress graded panels for independent testing, ensuring that enterprise calibrations and grade thresholds are accurate and that grades follow industry standards |
Records and reports may include: |
and may be:
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Photo-electric cells and reflectors |
are sensory devices that calculate stress levels of panels |
Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency field
Competency field |
Common Technical |