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 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 sorting | 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Select appropriate equipment and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 1.3 Identify type and quantity of boards for sorting and obtain from storage location. 1.4 Plan sorting process in line with work order. |
2. Set up board equipment | 2.1 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness. 2.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 2.3 Identify board cross-sections, lengths and grades, and plan set size discriminations and timber flow. 2.4 Set up and start program linking board sizes to storage bins or trays and adjust to optimise storage space and operational effectiveness. 2.5 Check and correct operation of machine, gates, conveyors and bins regularly. |
3. Co-ordinate material flow | 3.1 Direct boards to subsequent operations in line with size and grade, maintaining material flow. 3.2 Inspect and monitor machine performance visually to ensure board sizes are consistent with machine settings. 3.3 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with environmental protection practices. 3.4 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel. |
4. Complete operator maintenance | 4.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 4.2 Clean and check size identification mechanisms, photo electric cells and reflectors or other switching systems. 4.3 Keep machine clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures. |
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 organisational policies and procedures relevant to sorting boards mechanically
operate mechanical sorting equipment in readiness for allocation of timber to storage or downstream operations
accurately set mechanical sorting equipment parameters
conduct operator maintenance on mechanical sorting equipment
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
sorting procedures and mechanical sorting techniques
grading markings and quality standards
environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:
reducing water and energy use
disposing of, recycling and reusing timber
range of characteristics used to sort timber boards:
type
finish quality
timber defects
length
width
thickness
range of industry-standard timber types and visual characteristics:
native timber species
imported timber species
dressed timber
in-the-rough timber
stress and non-stress graded timber
preservative treated timber
typical timber defects and how they affect ability to produce a quality finished product:
incorrect moisture content
warp
wane
cupping
shakes
insect defects
knots
resin pockets
range of industry standard lengths, cross sections, appearance grades and applicable terminology
markings used on timber boards to idendify grade
typical work flow processes used to mechanically sort boards
typical flow of timber board supply in and out of the sorting area
typical industry and organisation specific storage layout and typical storage categories for timber boards
purpose, features and operation of equipment used for sorting board mechanically:
computer based program for sorting boards
mechanical sorting machine and conveyor belt system
storage racks and bins
organisational procedures specific to sorting boards mechanically:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis use of personal protective and other equipment
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting processing and equipment faults.
The following resources must be made available:
mechanical sorting machine
storage racks and bins
a selection of boards for sorting
personal protective equipment suitable for sorting boards mechanically
manufacturers’ instructions and recommendations for use of equipment
work order with specific instructions for board sorting requirements
template documents for recording processing and equipment faults
organisational policies and procedures for sorting boards mechanically.
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.