Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the outcomes required to set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) optimising systems used for the maximisation of timber from every log. The unit includes operator maintenance 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 FPISAW3226A Saw logs using CNC optimising systems |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit involves sawing logs using CNC optimising systems 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
Prerequisite units |
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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 machining |
1.1. Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to sawing logs using CNC optimising systems are identified and followed 1.2. Work order is reviewed and checked with appropriate personnel 1.3. Type and quantity of logs to be sawn are acquired from the storage location 1.4. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations 1.5. Log sawing 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. Set up optimising system |
2.1. CNC optimising program is set to job specifications 2.2. Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked 2.3. Saw settings and adjustments are made in line with job requirements, and machine and tool manufacturer's instructions 2.4. Saw and cutting mechanisms are checked for safe and effective operation 2.5. Trial runs are conducted to check system operation, accuracy and quality of finished work 2.6. Final adjustments are made to the CNC optimising program and equipment in line with workplace procedures |
3. Operate optimising log saw |
3.1. Pre start -up checks are carried out on equipment in line with site requirements 3.2. Logs are fed into machine in line with manufacturer's instructions, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures 3.3. Saw is operated in line with its designed capacity and purpose, tooling requirements and manufacturer's recommendations 3.4. Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output 3.5. Waste quantities are checked and minimised 3.6. Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded in line with workplace procedures 3.7. Sawing process and equipment faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel |
4. Conduct operator maintenance |
4.1. Equipment lock-out procedures are followed in line with OHS legislation and site proceduresBlades are checked for blunt or damaged condition in line with site procedures 4.2. Blunt or damaged saws are identified and dealt with in line with site procedures, manufacturer's recommendations and environmental requirements 4.3. Machining area is kept clear of dust, off-cuts and debris in line with OHS 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 saw logs using CNC optimising systems within 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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Logs are to include: |
assessment of:
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Sawing is to include: |
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Storage locations may include: |
and may be divided into:
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Equipment is to include: |
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Communication may include: |
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CNC optimising program is to include: |
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Saw settings may include: |
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Pre start-up checks |
are conducted to ensure:
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Output is to include: |
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Waste may include: |
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Records and reports may include: |
and may be: manualusing a computer-based system or another appropriate organisational communication system |
Dealing with may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
No sector required |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |
Sawmilling and Processing |