FWPSAW3251 — Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures

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 selecting and sawing logs in multi-species operations
• 1.4Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency

2 Maintain quality output

• 2.1Follow quality system procedures for the use and care of blades
• 2.2Assess blades visually for defects before processing products and completing work

3 Apply blade design principles

• 3.1Classify blades according to type and style suitable for different saws and production requirements
• 3.2Identify and evaluate blade characteristics, properties and design capacities according to manufacturer specifications and production requirements
• 3.3Select blades to suit material being cut and production requirements
• 3.4Plan sawing to minimise blade damage and wear, and to optimise blade lifespan

4 Assess the blade condition

• 4.1Identify and resolve during daily operations machinery and equipment issues that can cause product waste and adversely affect blade lifespan
• 4.2Assess saw blade condition and recognise the need to rectify blade wear and damage
• 4.3Record and report blade faults to appropriate personnel according to blade design specifications

What does an assessment tool for FWPSAW3251 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPSAW3251 needs to address all 31 unit components: 4 elements with 13 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 9 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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