FWPCOT3276 — Sharpen cutters using a straight knife grinder

1 Prepare for work

• 1.1Review work order to determine job requirements and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
• 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 sharpening cutters using a straight knife grinder
• 1.4Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
• 1.5Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
• 1.6Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed for the work and check for correct operation and safety

2 Clean and check cutters before sharpening

• 2.1Clean cutters according to workplace procedures
• 2.2Check cutters for faults and take remedial action according to workplace procedures
• 2.3Match cutters in pairs for dimension, shape and weight, and mark according to workplace procedures

3 Prepare grinder

• 3.1Clean grinder and work area according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Select grinding wheel and grinding speed according to workplace procedures
• 3.3Check grinding wheel for faults and take remedial action according to workplace procedures
• 3.4Fit grinding wheel and check grinder operation according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 3.5Check and dress grinding wheel according to manufacturer and workplace procedures

4 Mount cutters and adjust grinder

• 4.1Set cutters in grinder according to manufacturer procedures
• 4.2Set grinding angle according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 4.3Adjust clearance between grinding wheel and cutters according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.4Set wheel advance according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.5Set traversing stops according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.6Check and top up coolant level according to manufacturer specifications

5 Sharpen cutters

• 5.1Clean and lubricate grinder as required, according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.2Select and fit correct grinding wheel and set angles according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.3Mount cutters for grinding according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.4Check operation of grinder for problems after the first pass according to workplace procedures
• 5.5Maintain coolant flow rate and cleanliness during wet grinding according to workplace procedures
• 5.6Sharpen cutter edges to the specified angle according to workplace procedures
• 5.7Ground cutter edges to a constant straight line according to workplace procedures
• 5.8Hone cutters and remove burrs according to workplace procedures
• 5.9Clean grinder after sharpening according to workplace procedures

6 Check and store sharpened cutters

• 6.1Check cutter repairs and re-ground where required according to workplace procedures
• 6.2Set up balancing equipment according to manufacturer specifications
• 6.3Measure cutter weight and take remedial action when excess weight is detected according to workplace procedures
• 6.4Store cutters in matched pairs or sets according to workplace procedures
• 6.5Record and report work outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel

What does an assessment tool for FWPCOT3276 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPCOT3276 needs to address all 56 unit components: 6 elements with 34 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 12 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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