FWPCOT3275 — Set up, operate and maintain end matching machines

1 Prepare for end matching operations

• 1.1Review production orders for grades, quantities of timber requiring rework, cross-sections and end use
• 1.2Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
• 1.3Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with operating end matching machines
• 1.4Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment and maximising energy efficiency
• 1.5Plan end matching operations according to production requirements and workplace procedures
• 1.6Develop end matching schedule to ensure optimum production outcomes and maximise equipment, labour and material use
• 1.7Communicate end matching schedule to operators according to workplace procedures

2 Set up end matching machine and operation

• 2.1Check end matching machine and equipment for operational effectiveness and adjust set-up to meet production requirements
• 2.2Select, check, prepare and install cutters to suit end profile and timber cross-section
• 2.3Set feed rates, guides and conveyors to suit timber cross-section and characteristics
• 2.4Cut trial timber joints and check end profiles against specifications
• 2.5Join trial timber boards and test for strength and appearance
• 2.6Accept or reject trialled timber and dispose of waste according to environmental protection practices
• 2.7Resolve any machining problems and make final adjustments to equipment set-up according to workplace procedures and production requirements

3 Start up and monitor end matching operation

• 3.1Start up end matching machine and process in conjunction with operators according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
• 3.2Monitor end matching process and production output and quality
• 3.3Identify routine equipment and processing problems, and resolve or report to appropriate personnel according to workplace procedures
• 3.4Record and report production outcomes according to workplace procedures

4 Coordinate machine shut-down and maintenance

• 4.1Coordinate end matching machine and equipment shut-down with operators according to workplace safety procedures
• 4.2Assist maintenance personnel to identify and resolve equipment faults
• 4.3Plan and coordinate routine maintenance of end matching machine and equipment according to workplace procedures and maintenance schedules

What does an assessment tool for FWPCOT3275 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPCOT3275 needs to address all 43 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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