Release 

Comment 

1

Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT2222B Produce laminated beams, which was first released with FPI11 Forest and Forest Products Training Package Version 2.2.

This is the first release of this unit in the new standards format.

ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for assembly

1.1 Review construction plan and work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Identify type and quantity of timber and glue required and obtain materials.

1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Select and prepare required assembly jigs.

2. Cut boards for beams

2.1 Visually assess condition of boards and check moisture content.

2.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices.

2.3 Straight or scarf cut boards; optimise quantity and eliminate faults.

2.4 Sort cut boards according to length and mark in line with organisational procedures.

2.5 Reject defective components and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Store assembly jigs for further use or dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.

3. Assemble beams

3.1 Select timber components from pre-cut material in line with cutting list and beam design.

3.2 Mix glue in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.3 Set glue spreader to apply even coating and apply glue line to ensure minimal wastage.

3.4 Lay components in jigs ready for joining with allowable faults, joins and grain in line with construction standards and grading rules.

3.5 Start press and check controls and operation in line with organisational procedures.

3.6 Set press with jigs and position beam to correct orientation.

3.7 Apply load and heat to beam.

3.8 Check and remove beam from press.

3.9 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.

4. Prepare beams for despatch and report

4.1 Check and label finished beams in line with work order.

4.2 Remove components from jigs and safely stack in designated location.

4.3 Strap, pack and label finished beams ready for transportation.

4.4 Avoid wastage of strapping and packaging materials and maximise use of recycled materials.

4.5 Complete production and quality records and report in line with organisational procedures.

This section describes those core and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.

Numeracy skills to:

• identify quantities of required material within work plans and count raw materials
• calculate routine mixing ratios for glue
• calculate time for glue to cure
• complete routine production records involving quantities tallied against orders.

Oral communication skills to:

• ask questions and actively listen to clarify contents of work orders
• make accurate verbal reports on processing and equipment faults.

Reading skills to:

• interpret:

• workplace health and safety and other organisational procedures
• work orders
• safety data sheets for glue
• manufacturer’s recommendations for equipment and glue use.

Writing skills to:

• produce basic clear labels for product identification and transportation
• complete accurate basic records for production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements.

Planning and organising skills to:

• efficiently and logically sequence the stages of preparation and production using work order to guide activities.

Problem-solving skills to:

• identify and dispose of defective materials
• recognise faulty equipment and resolve by reporting or rectifying.

Technology skills to:

• select and use appropriate machinery, tools and personal protective equipment used for producing laminated beams.

Release 

Comment 

1

Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT2222B Produce laminated beams, which was first released with FPI11 Forest and Forest Products Training Package Version 2.2. This is the first release of this unit in the new standards format.

Assessment requirements now specify the performance and knowledge evidence, as well as assessment conditions for this unit of competency. These sections simplify and replace components used in the previous unit format, including Required Skills and Knowledge, Evidence Guide and Range Statement.