Assessment Requirements for FWPCOT3211 Maintain sawdoctoring tools

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for FWPCOT3211 Maintain sawdoctoring tools

Modification History

Release	Comment
1	Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT3211B Maintain sawdoctoring tools, 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

Performance Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to maintaining sawdoctoring tools

maintain sawdoctoring tools in line with prescribed organisational requirements

Knowledge Evidence

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

purpose, features and operation of tools and equipment used to recondition straight edges and tension gauges:

grinding machines

grinding machine attachments

abrasive grinding wheels

purpose, features and operation of straight edges and tension gauges

methods for:

assessing condition of straight edges and tension gauges

selecting appropriate grinding wheels; diameter and material

reconditioning straight edges and tension gauges to specified requirements

industry standard and organisational tolerances

angles at which straight edges and tension gauges are ground

range of speeds at which abrasive wheels can be operated without damaging materials being reconditioned

organisational procedures specific to maintaining sawdoctoring tools:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting processing problems and equipment faults

environmental protection practices for repairing and maintaining tools and equipment in forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing materials

Assessment Conditions

The following resources must be made available:

tools and equipment used to recondition straight edges and tension gauges:

grinding machines

grinding machine attachments

abrasive grinding wheels in a variety of diameters

hand files

oil stones

straight edges and tension gauges for reconditioning:

feeler gauges

vernier callipers

micrometers

personal protective equipment suitable for maintaining sawdoctoring tools

manufacturers’ instructions for use, repair and maintenance of equipment

work order for repair and maintenance activities with specific instructions for reconditioning straight edges and tension gauges

template documents for recording processing problems and equipment faults

organisational procedures for maintaining sawdoctoring tools.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47