Assessor Resource

FWPWPP3203
Produce fibre from chips

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess chips for production suitability, and operate a defribrator to convert wood chips to fibre for the production of medium density fibreboard.

The unit applies to production technician operators and machine operators in a forest and wood products factory setting and includes operator maintenance.

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 fibre production

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 Identify type and quantity of wood chips for fibre production, assess condition and select.

1.4 Plan defibrator process in line with work order.

2. Produce fibre

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.2 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness.

2.3 Adjust defibrator and feed systems to produce required fibre size; check and adjust regularly.

2.4 Monitor chip flow and pulp out-feed to prevent blockages to ensure optimum production rate.

2.5 Direct fibre output to storage bins in line with prescribed fill levels.

2.6 Respond to critical situations requiring emergency shutdown to prevent personal injury or damage to machine or product.

2.7 Dispose of sub-standard material in line with environmental protection practices.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.

3.2 Check defibrator blades for bluntness or damage, remove and replace in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

3.3 Dispose of used blades in line with environmental protection practices.

3.4 Clean defibrator components in line with manufacturer's recommendations, keeping machine clear of dust and debris.

3.5 Record and report production outcomes, 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:

complete fibre production jobs and safely operate defibrator in line with individual work orders prescribing different fibre size and quantity for each job

complete assessments of the source wood chips for:

species

size

moisture content

contamination issues

monitor and adjust the feed system according to:

white water

stock level

fibre consistency

feed level

steam flow

raw water

noise

power consumption

after each of the above jobs, complete operator maintenance on the defibrator.

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

environmental protection practices for producing fibre from wood chips:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing fibre, pulp and other waste

typical flow of material supply in and out of the fibre production area

methods used to assess wood chips for:

species

size

moisture content

contamination issues

typical work flow processes and techniques used to produce fibre from wood chips

purpose, features and operation of equipment used to produce fibre from chips:

defibrator

feed system

methods for assessing defibrator blade condition and completing basic non-specialist repair and maintenance

organisational procedures specific to producing fibre from chips:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements.

The following resources must be made available:

defibrator

feed system

maintenance tools and equipment

consumable defribrator blades

personal protective equipment suitable for producing fibre from chips

wood chips from various timber species

manufacturers’ instructions for use and maintenance of equipment

work order with specific instructions for assessing wood chips and producing fibre to a specified grade

template documents for recording production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for producing fibre from chips.

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 fibre production

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 Identify type and quantity of wood chips for fibre production, assess condition and select.

1.4 Plan defibrator process in line with work order.

2. Produce fibre

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.2 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness.

2.3 Adjust defibrator and feed systems to produce required fibre size; check and adjust regularly.

2.4 Monitor chip flow and pulp out-feed to prevent blockages to ensure optimum production rate.

2.5 Direct fibre output to storage bins in line with prescribed fill levels.

2.6 Respond to critical situations requiring emergency shutdown to prevent personal injury or damage to machine or product.

2.7 Dispose of sub-standard material in line with environmental protection practices.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.

3.2 Check defibrator blades for bluntness or damage, remove and replace in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

3.3 Dispose of used blades in line with environmental protection practices.

3.4 Clean defibrator components in line with manufacturer's recommendations, keeping machine clear of dust and debris.

3.5 Record and report production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.

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:

complete fibre production jobs and safely operate defibrator in line with individual work orders prescribing different fibre size and quantity for each job

complete assessments of the source wood chips for:

species

size

moisture content

contamination issues

monitor and adjust the feed system according to:

white water

stock level

fibre consistency

feed level

steam flow

raw water

noise

power consumption

after each of the above jobs, complete operator maintenance on the defibrator.

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

environmental protection practices for producing fibre from wood chips:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing fibre, pulp and other waste

typical flow of material supply in and out of the fibre production area

methods used to assess wood chips for:

species

size

moisture content

contamination issues

typical work flow processes and techniques used to produce fibre from wood chips

purpose, features and operation of equipment used to produce fibre from chips:

defibrator

feed system

methods for assessing defibrator blade condition and completing basic non-specialist repair and maintenance

organisational procedures specific to producing fibre from chips:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements.

The following resources must be made available:

defibrator

feed system

maintenance tools and equipment

consumable defribrator blades

personal protective equipment suitable for producing fibre from chips

wood chips from various timber species

manufacturers’ instructions for use and maintenance of equipment

work order with specific instructions for assessing wood chips and producing fibre to a specified grade

template documents for recording production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for producing fibre from chips.

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. 
Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 
Identify type and quantity of wood chips for fibre production, assess condition and select. 
Plan defibrator process in line with work order. 
Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness. 
Adjust defibrator and feed systems to produce required fibre size; check and adjust regularly. 
Monitor chip flow and pulp out-feed to prevent blockages to ensure optimum production rate. 
Direct fibre output to storage bins in line with prescribed fill levels. 
Respond to critical situations requiring emergency shutdown to prevent personal injury or damage to machine or product. 
Dispose of sub-standard material in line with environmental protection practices. 
Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 
Check defibrator blades for bluntness or damage, remove and replace in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Dispose of used blades in line with environmental protection practices. 
Clean defibrator components in line with manufacturer's recommendations, keeping machine clear of dust and debris. 
Record and report production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel. 

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