List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Prepare for shaping | 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Identify type and quantity of materials to be shaped and obtain from storage location. 1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 1.4 Identify profile to be cut and select cutting blades. |
2. Set up shaping equipment | 2.1 Follow lock out procedures, select and attach machine guides to machinery. 2.2 Check saw blade for sharpness and correct alignment. 2.3 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices. 2.4 Set cut in line with required shape and to minimise waste. 2.5 Dispose of off-cuts in line with environmental protection practices. 2.6 Stack material stack in close proximity to maximise ease of machine feeding. 2.7 Test equipment set-up for correct alignment through trial run on timber and adjust as required. |
3. Cut material to shape | 3.1 Reject material with defects and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices. 3.2 Feed material into machine at feed rate prescribed by organisational requirements. 3.3 Follow, maintain and adjust cutting sequence to produce required quantity and maximise feed rate. 3.4 Check jig or shape line regularly and adjust to maintain desired cut. 3.5 Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements. 3.6 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel. 3.7 Complete production and quality records and report in line with organisational procedures. |
4. Complete operator maintenance | 4.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 4.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage. 4.3 Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 4.4 Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices. 4.5 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for equipment. 4.6 Keep machine area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris. 4.7 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel. |
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 organizational policies and procedures relevant to cutting material to shape using a saw
cut one or more of the following types of material to shape in line with a work order and prescribed organisational specifications:
native timber species
imported timber species
dressed timber
in-the-rough timber
stress and non-stress graded timber
preservative treated timber
medium density fibreboard
laminated veneer
chipboard
fibreboard and other manufactured board products
complete these types of basic non-specialist maintenance:
cleaning the machine of wood chips and sawdust
replacing blunt cutters or saw blades
inspecting machine parts for wear or damage, including guards
greasing and lubricating moving parts
checking the operation of emergency stop buttons and lock out systems.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
types of tools and equipment used for cutting material to shape; their purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist repair and maintenance:
measuring equipment
band saws
jig saws
machine guides
methods for assessing saw blade condition
shapes, feed rates and finish
environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:
reducing water and energy use
cleaning plant, tools and equipment
disposing of, recycling and reusing timber
storage layout and categories for:
raw materials
stacking finished materials
typical timber defects and effect on producing a quality finished shaped timber product:
warp
wane
cupping
shakes
insect defects
knots
resin pockets
organisational procedures specific to cutting material to shape:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out
use and maintenance of equipment
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting production outcomes and equipment faults.
The following resources must be made available:
tools and equipment used to cut materials to shape:
measuring equipment
band saws
jig saws
machine guides
maintenance tools and equipment for saws
consumable components; saw blades
personal protective equipment suitable for cutting materials to shape
a diverse, comprehensive and commercial product range of timber
manufacturers’:
instructions for equipment use
recommendations for cleaning, repairing and maintaining
work order with specific instructions for cutting and shaping timber
template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults
organisational procedures for cutting material to shape.
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.