Assessor Resource

FWPTMM2201
Cut material to length and angles

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to prepare and cut material to length, angle with a power driven saw and complete non-specialist saw maintenance. Work is completed in a forest and wood products factory setting.

The unit applies to Customer Service Officer, Machine Operator, Timber Products Worker, Manufacturing Assistant.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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 cutting

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of material to be cut from storage location.

1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Interpret cutting list in line with work order and organisational procedures.

1.5 Plan material cutting patterns and saw set-up sequences in line with work order.

2. Cut material to length and angle

2.1 Mark up material and set stops set in preparation for cutting.

2.2 Use equipment and machinery in line with organisational procedures, manufacturer's instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.3 Follow cutting sequence and patterns to produce required quantity.

2.4 Check cuts for length and angle within a set tolerance.

2.5 Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements.

2.7 Report processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock-out equipment.

3.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage.

3.3 Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

3.4 Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.

3.5 Keep saw area clear of dust, off-cuts 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 cutting material to length and angle

effectively communicate and follow safe work practices

cut material to length and angle in line with a work order and within prescribed organisational tolerances

conduct maintenance on a docking saw

stack batches of cut material in line with organisational requirements and OHS regulations.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

storage layout and categories for:

raw materials

stacking finished materials

characteristics of timber and timber defects:

cutting patterns and sequences for single and compound angles

industry standard cross-sections and lengths

types of cutting tools and equipment; their purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist repair and maintenance:

measuring equipment

manually controlled docking and trimming saws

bench saws

radial arm saws

saws with adjustable angle

saws with automatic feed

saws with one blade

table saws

methods for assessing saw blade condition

organisational policies and procedures specific to cutting activities:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out

use and maintenance of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting cutting process and equipment faults

environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber and other waste

The following resources must be made available:

cutting tools and equipment:

measuring equipment

manually controlled docking and trimming saws

bench saws

radial arm saws

saws with adjustable angle

saws with automatic feed

saws with one blade

table saws

maintenance tools and equipment for saws

consumable components; saw blades

personal protective equipment suitable for cutting activities

a diverse, comprehensive and commercial product range of timber

manufacturers’ instructions for use and maintenance of equipment

work order for cutting activities with specific instructions for the cutting and storage of timber and timber products

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

template reports for recording processing and equipment faults

organisational policies and procedures for cutting activities

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.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 cutting

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of material to be cut from storage location.

1.3 Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Interpret cutting list in line with work order and organisational procedures.

1.5 Plan material cutting patterns and saw set-up sequences in line with work order.

2. Cut material to length and angle

2.1 Mark up material and set stops set in preparation for cutting.

2.2 Use equipment and machinery in line with organisational procedures, manufacturer's instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.3 Follow cutting sequence and patterns to produce required quantity.

2.4 Check cuts for length and angle within a set tolerance.

2.5 Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements.

2.7 Report processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock-out equipment.

3.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage.

3.3 Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

3.4 Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.

3.5 Keep saw area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.

Not Applicable

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 cutting material to length and angle

effectively communicate and follow safe work practices

cut material to length and angle in line with a work order and within prescribed organisational tolerances

conduct maintenance on a docking saw

stack batches of cut material in line with organisational requirements and OHS regulations.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

storage layout and categories for:

raw materials

stacking finished materials

characteristics of timber and timber defects:

cutting patterns and sequences for single and compound angles

industry standard cross-sections and lengths

types of cutting tools and equipment; their purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist repair and maintenance:

measuring equipment

manually controlled docking and trimming saws

bench saws

radial arm saws

saws with adjustable angle

saws with automatic feed

saws with one blade

table saws

methods for assessing saw blade condition

organisational policies and procedures specific to cutting activities:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out

use and maintenance of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting cutting process and equipment faults

environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber and other waste

The following resources must be made available:

cutting tools and equipment:

measuring equipment

manually controlled docking and trimming saws

bench saws

radial arm saws

saws with adjustable angle

saws with automatic feed

saws with one blade

table saws

maintenance tools and equipment for saws

consumable components; saw blades

personal protective equipment suitable for cutting activities

a diverse, comprehensive and commercial product range of timber

manufacturers’ instructions for use and maintenance of equipment

work order for cutting activities with specific instructions for the cutting and storage of timber and timber products

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

template reports for recording processing and equipment faults

organisational policies and procedures for cutting activities

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.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 
Obtain type and quantity of material to be cut from storage location. 
Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Interpret cutting list in line with work order and organisational procedures. 
Plan material cutting patterns and saw set-up sequences in line with work order. 
Mark up material and set stops set in preparation for cutting. 
Use equipment and machinery in line with organisational procedures, manufacturer's instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Follow cutting sequence and patterns to produce required quantity. 
Check cuts for length and angle within a set tolerance. 
Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects in line with environmental protection practices. 
Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements. 
Report processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 
Follow organisational safety procedures to lock-out equipment. 
Check saw blades for bluntness or damage. 
Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices. 
Keep saw area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris in line with organisational safety procedures. 

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