Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the outcomes required to operate a wheeled or tracked mechanical processor in a forest environment. It requires the mandatory functions of processing trees mechanically, and segregating and stacking logs Compliance with licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may be required in various jurisdictions This unit replaces FPIHAR3210B Conduct mechanical processor operations |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit involves conducting mechanical processor operations in a forest environment 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 |
Plan and prepare for operations |
Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to conducting mechanical processor operations are identified and followed Site environmental protection measures are adhered to in line with relevant legislation and regulations Work plan is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations Tree or log load placement and access requirements are identified and assessed for safe working conditions Mechanical processor operations are planned in line with site procedures and environmental and heritage concerns Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements |
Operate equipment |
All work is conducted in line with work plan, environmental and OHS requirements Mechanical processor is operated within equipment capabilities and limitations, and manoeuvred to ensure safe and efficient operations Pre -operational checks are carried out on equipment and attachments in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site procedures Operating techniques are selected and adjusted as required to meet work requirements and site conditions Mechanical processor performance is systematically monitored to ensure and maintain efficient operations Site hazards associated with crawler operations are detected and safe operating techniques are used to minimise risk Emergency plan procedures are followed in line with OHS, environmental, legal and site requirements |
Process individual trees |
Movement and whereabouts of other personnel is monitored and work modified to be in line with OHS requirements Access and processing characteristics of fallen trees are assessed and processing is planned to ensure minimal tree damage and maximum recovery Required length cutting patterns are programmed or modified on processing controller to meet work plan requirements Equipment is positioned for stable and safe access to felled tree and loads are placed within rated load/reach capacity Tree is processed to produce standard length and diameter of logs with optimal grade and length combination in line with work plan requirements Equipment is safely and efficiently operated to stack pre-bunched logs/stems to facilitate subsequent recovery operations Processing techniques are adjusted as required in response to unexpected characteristics, movement or condition of tree Personnel safety and minimal damage to the timber and surrounding environment are ensured through method used to move timber/stems to pre-bunching site Equipment is moved over pre-arranged routes with minimal damage to the environment |
Segregate and stack logs |
Planned landing layout and log handling procedures are identified from site and work plan instructions and checked with appropriate personnel as required Stacks are located to provide appropriate space for access by site equipment and to allow for the conduct of other landing operations Log stacks are positioned and maintained in line with planned layout and site requirements Log stacks are constructed to provide stability and minimise problems from slippage and falling of logs Delivered logs are visually assessed and directed/moved to appropriate location for further processing or stacking |
Carry out machine operator maintenance |
Equipment lock-out procedures are followed in line with OHS requirements and site procedures Visual inspection and fault finding procedures are conducted in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site procedures Routine operational servicing is conducted to maintain optimum operational performance of equipment in line with manufacturer's recommendations Equipment, attachments and other ancillary equipment is cleaned and stored in line with manufacturer's recommendations and site procedures Faults, malfunctions or problems with equipment are diagnosed and reported in line with site procedures Mechanical processor operation results are recorded and reported in line with site procedures |
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 conduct mechanical processor operations 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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Mechanical processor |
may be wheeled or tracked |
Environmental protection measures |
may include action to limit the impact to:
may include action to limit the impact of:
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Work plan is to include: |
and may include information about:
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Appropriate personnel may include: |
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Logs may include : |
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Safe working conditions may include: |
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Mechanical processor operations must include: |
the mechanical processing of trees and segregating and stacking of logs and may include:
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Planning |
requires ensuring minimal equipment and product movement during operations including determining level and stable surfaces for safely relocating logs |
Environmental and heritage concerns may include: |
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Communication may include: |
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Capabilities |
of equipment and/or attachments may include:
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Pre-operational checks |
are conducted to ensure equipment and attachments have been set-up correctly, the systems are performing accurately and operating to optimum performance and may be to:
and may also involve:
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Site conditions may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Emergency plan may include: |
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Positioning |
of equipment is to ensure:
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Maintenance |
of log stacks includes:
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Visual assessment |
of logs includes:
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Visual inspection and fault finding procedures may include: |
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Routine operational servicing may include: |
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Cleaning methods may include: |
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Records and reports may include : |
and may be:
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency field
Competency field |
Harvesting and Haulage |