Release 

Comment 

1

Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT2232B Cut material to shape using a saw, 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 shaping

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

1.2 Identify type and quantity of materials to be shaped and obtain from storage location.

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

1.4 Identify profile to be cut and select cutting blades.

2. Set up shaping equipment

2.1 Follow lock out procedures, select and attach machine guides to machinery.

2.2 Check saw blade for sharpness and correct alignment.

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

2.4 Set cut in line with required shape and to minimise waste.

2.5 Dispose of off-cuts in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Stack material stack in close proximity to maximise ease of machine feeding.

2.7 Test equipment set-up for correct alignment through trial run on timber and adjust as required.

3. Cut material to shape

3.1 Reject material with defects and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.

3.2 Feed material into machine at feed rate prescribed by organisational requirements.

3.3 Follow, maintain and adjust cutting sequence to produce required quantity and maximise feed rate.

3.4 Check jig or shape line regularly and adjust to maintain desired cut.

3.5 Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements.

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

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

4. Complete operator maintenance

4.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.

4.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage.

4.3 Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

4.4 Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.

4.5 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for equipment.

4.6 Keep machine area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris.

4.7 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.

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 material quantities required in work orders and count raw materials
• calculate feed rates to optimise quality and quantity of production output
• complete routine production records involving dimensions and quantities tallied against orders.

Oral communication skills to:

• ask open and closed probe 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
• manufacturers’ instructions and maintenance recommendations.

Writing skills to:

• 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 material
• recognise faulty equipment and resolve by reporting or rectifying.

Technology skills to:

• select, use and maintain appropriate machinery, tools and personal protective equipment used for shaping activities.

Release 

Comment 

1

Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT2232B Cut material to shape using a saw, 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