Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 3 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Version 5.0. |
Release 2 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Version 4.0. |
Release 1 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Version 2.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the timber processing and production sector of the forest and forest products industry.
Job roles
This qualification has eight employment pathways for typical forest operations environments. These are:
- Customer Service Manager (Wholesale)
- Sawmill Supervisor
- Production Supervisor
- Treatment Plant Supervisor
- Timber Advisor Supervisor
- Timber Manufacturing Supervisor
- Timber Supervisor (Wholesale)
- Optimisation Manager
Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements may apply to units in this qualification in some states and territories at the time of publication and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements. 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 for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 14 units of competency:
- 3 core units plus
- 11 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- 3 units from Group A
- 8 units from Group A and/or Group B, the total of which can include up to 2 units recommended for packaging at Certificate III, IV or Diploma level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the timber processing and production sectors of the industry, including sawmilling and processing, wood panel products, timber manufactured products and timber merchandising.
Core Units
BSBLED401 |
Develop teams and individuals |
FWPCOR4201 |
Monitor safety, health and environment policies and procedures |
FWPCOR4203 |
Monitor quality and product care procedures |
Elective Units
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
Group A
Logyard and/or Material Preparation
FWPCOT4205 |
Coordinate log debarking operations |
Sawing Operations
FWPSAW4202 |
Plan and monitor saw log operations |
FWPSAW4205 |
Plan and monitor timber conversion |
Sawdoctoring
FWPCOT3295 |
Assess and maintain cutter performance |
FWPCOT3282 |
Assess and maintain saw blade and sawing machine performance |
Timber Treatment & Drying
FWPCOT4206 |
Plan and coordinate boiler operations |
FWPCOT4207 |
Plan and coordinate heat plant operations |
FWPSAW4201 |
Plan and monitor timber treatment plant operations |
FWPSAW4203 |
Coordinate timber drying operations |
Grading & Testing
FWPTMM4204 |
Sample and test products to specifications |
FWPWPP4202 |
Perform laboratory testing |
PSPGEN062 |
Collect statistical data |
Board & Veneer Production
FWPWPP4203 |
Plan and coordinate engineered wood panel production |
Trusses & Frames
FWPCOT4201 |
Produce complex truss and frame plans and details using computers |
FWPCOT4202 |
Design timber structures |
Timber Products
FWPCOT4203 |
Plan and coordinate product assembly |
FWPTMM4202 |
Diagnose and calculate production costs |
FWPTMM4203 |
Install and commission CNC software |
FWPTMM4208 |
Construct prototypes and samples for timber structures |
Retail
SIRRINV002 |
Control stock |
SIRRMER003 |
Coordinate visual merchandising activities |
SIRXSLS003 |
Achieve sales results |
SITXCCS008 |
Develop and manage quality customer service practices |
TLIR4002 |
Source goods/services and evaluate contractors |
Machinery & Equipment
AHCMOM402 |
Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment |
TLIC4006 |
Drive multi-combination vehicle |
Competitive Manufacturing
MSS403001 |
Review competitive systems and practices |
MSS403010 |
Facilitate change in an organisation implementing competitive systems and practices |
Group B
Load Handling
FWPCOT4204 |
Schedule and coordinate load shifting |
TLID4032 |
Plan and conduct specialised lift |
Safety & Quality Processes
BSBMGT403 |
Implement continuous improvement |
BSBRSK401 |
Identify risk and apply risk management processes |
FWPSAW4206 |
Monitor output timber for optimum volume and value recovery |
FWPSAW4207 |
Optimise timber production for volume and value recovery |
HLTAID006 |
Provide advanced first aid |
HLTAID008 |
Manage first aid services and resources |
MSS015011 |
Conduct a sustainability energy audit |
MSS405086 |
Develop sustainable energy practices |
TLIF4007 |
Implement and coordinate accident-emergency procedures |
Administration & Business
BSBCUS401 |
Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies |
BSBINM401 |
Implement workplace information system |
BSBITS411 |
Maintain and implement digital technology |
BSBLDR402 |
Lead effective workplace relationships |
BSBLDR403 |
Lead team effectiveness |
BSBPMG416 |
Apply project procurement procedures |
BSBSMB421 |
Manage small business finances |
BSBWRT401 |
Write complex documents |
LGACOM409A |
Prepare tender documentation |
Training & Assessment
BSBCMM401 |
Make a presentation |
TAEASS401 |
Plan assessment activities and processes |
TAEASS402 |
Assess competence |
TAEASS403 |
Participate in assessment validation |
TAEDEL301 |
Provide work skill instruction |
TAEDEL401 |
Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning |
TAEDEL402 |
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace |
TAEDES401 |
Design and develop learning programs |
TAEDES402 |
Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs |
Planning & Analysis
BSBMGT402 |
Implement operational plan |
BSBRES411 |
Analyse and present research information |
BSBSMB404 |
Undertake small business planning |
BSBWOR301 |
Organise personal work priorities and development |
MEM30021A |
Prepare a simple production schedule |
MSMSUP390 |
Use structured problem-solving tools |
MSS402040 |
Apply 5S procedures |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
FWP40216 Certificate IV in Timber Processing Release 3 |
FWP40216 Certificate IV in Timber Processing Release 2 |
Updated to include revised units Additional electives added |
Equivalent qualification |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47