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 mixing | 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 1.3 Select type and quantity of glue and other ingredients in line with work order. 1.4 Plan mixing process in line with work order. |
2. Mix ingredients | 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 2.2 Start and adjust ingredient mixing and feed systems to produce chip or fibre blend; check blend production regularly. 2.3 Monitor additive levels and replenish in line with mixing process requirements. 2.4 Take test samples of mix regularly in line with organisational procedures. 2.5 Keep material chutes free of blockages and where required correct system leakages. |
3. Complete operator maintenance | 3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 3.2 Flush clean mixing systems and components in line with manufacturer’s recommendations. 3.3 Isolate blender system and clean in line with and environmental protection practices. 3.4 Dispose of excess glue in line with environmental protection practices and store unused glue. 3.5 Keep machine clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures. 3.6 Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults 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:
prepare blends in line with individual work orders that prescribe different quantities for each job; types of blend include:
chip blend
fibre blend
use water based and resin glues:
across the above jobs, monitor and adjust the feed system with consideration given to:
white water
stock level
fibre consistency
feed level
steam flow
raw water
noise
power consumption.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
environmental protection practices for preparing chip and fibre blends:
reducing water and energy use
cleaning plant, tools and equipment
disposing of hazardous substances
storage layout and categories for:
raw materials
finished blends
typical flow of material supply in and out of the blending area
typical work flow processes for preparing chip and fibre blends
methods used to:
mix glues
blend wood chips and glue
test samples of mix for consistency
safely store glue
purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist maintenance of equipment used to prepare chip and fibre blends:
mixer with pre-programmed mix quantities and cycles with manually controlled feed, blender and transfer systems
organisational procedures specific to preparing chip and fibre blends:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out, use of personal protective equipment and handling hazardous substances
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting production outcomes and equipment faults.
The following resources must be made available:
mixer with pre-programmed mix quantities
personal protective equipment suitable for preparing chip and fibre blends
wood chips
glue which must include one or more of the following:
water based
resin based
synthetic
recipes for blending chips and fibre using glue
manufacturers’:
safety data sheets
instructions for equipment use
recommendations for maintaining equipment
work order with specific instructions for the preparation of chip or fibre blends
template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults
relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information
organisational procedures for preparing chip and fibre blends.
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.