FWPHAR3234 — Conduct mechanical processor operations

1 Prepare for mechanical processor operations

• 1.1Determine job requirements from work order or instruction and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
• 1.2Confirm production targets and assess wood flow requirements to ensure efficient machine operation and overall productivity
• 1.3Confirm workplace health and safety requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and machine guards, for the task
• 1.4Confirm environment protection requirements, including identifying potential impact of mechanical processor operations on onsite and offsite environmental values including cultural heritage, flora, fauna, ground compaction, water contamination and soil erosion
• 1.5Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with machine operations
• 1.6Identify emergency plan procedures to follow in the event of an incident or accident
• 1.7Select equipment appropriate to work requirements and check for operational effectiveness
• 1.8Identify access to tree or log to be extracted and assess working conditions for safety
• 1.9Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
• 1.10Plan mechanical processor operations according to workplace procedures, environmental and heritage concerns

2 Operate equipment

• 2.1Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and attachments according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures
• 2.2Establish and maintain communication with other personnel and comply with safety signage according to workplace requirements
• 2.3Detect site hazards associated with processor operations, and use safe operating techniques to minimise risk
• 2.4Operate mechanical processor within equipment capabilities and limitations and workplace procedures
• 2.5Manoeuvre mechanical processor to ensure safe and efficient operations
• 2.6Adjust operating techniques to meet work requirements and site conditions

3 Process individual trees

• 3.1Monitor movement and whereabouts of other personnel to ensure safety
• 3.2Plan processing to ensure minimal tree damage and maximum recovery
• 3.3Position equipment for stable and safe access to felled tree and to ensure loads are placed within rated load/reach capacity
• 3.4Program or modify processing controller to produce standard length and diameter of logs with optimal grade and length combination according to work plan requirements
• 3.5Adjust processing techniques in response to unexpected characteristics, movement or condition of tree
• 3.6Move timber/stems to pre-bunching site, ensuring personnel safety and minimal damage to timber and surrounding environment
• 3.7Move equipment over pre-arranged routes with minimal damage to environment

4 Segregate and stack logs

• 4.1Locate stacks to provide appropriate space for conduct of other landing operations in line with planned layout and workplace requirements
• 4.2Position and construct log stacks to provide stability and minimise problems from slippage and falling of logs
• 4.3Carry out maintenance of log stacks according to planned layout and workplace requirements
• 4.4Visually assess delivered logs and direct/move to appropriate location for further processing or stacking

5 Carry out machine operator maintenance

• 5.1Follow equipment lock-out procedures according to workplace health and safety requirements and workplace procedures
• 5.2Conduct visual inspection and fault-finding procedures according to manufacturers’ recommendations and workplace procedures
• 5.3Conduct routine operational servicing to maintain optimum operational performance of equipment
• 5.4Diagnose faults, malfunctions or problems with equipment, and report according to workplace procedures
• 5.5Clean and store equipment, attachments and other ancillary equipment

6 Complete work-related reports

• 6.1Complete reporting requirements related to site, incidents and hazards, personal reporting, check-in, production, machine maintenance and block completion.
• 6.2Submit reports to appropriate personnel according to workplace procedures

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