Assessor Resource

FWPWPP3209
Prepare resin and additives

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to mix glue, resin and additives for use in the production of raw board, veneer and laminate products.

The unit applies to production operators and technicians who prepare resin and additives 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 mixing

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

1.2 Select appropriate personal protective and check for operational effectiveness.

1.3 Obtain type and quantity of glue or resin to be mixed from storage location.

1.4 Select mixing process and plan in line with work order.

2. Mix glue

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

2.2 Measure and mix glue or resin ingredients and additives to ensure minimum wastage.

2.3 Transfer mix to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contaminating.

2.4 Monitor rate that glue or resins and additives are being added and where required adjust pumps.

2.5 Test mix samples regularly in line with manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Maintain and clean equipment

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures throughout all maintenance and cleaning processes.

3.2 Clean mixing, storage and transfer equipment.

3.3 Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.4 Dispose of excess glue or resin and additives in line environmental protection practices and store equipment.

3.5 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 glues and resins in line with individual work orders for each mix, prescribing different quantities for each job; types of glues and resins include:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

for the above jobs, take samples and test mix for:

mix quantities

setting speed

how weather conditions may be affecting the process.

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

environmental protection practices for preparing resins and additives:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of hazardous substances

storage layout and categories for:

raw materials

finished mixes

typical flow of material supply in and out of the mixing area

typical work flow processes for mixing glue, resins and additives

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of glue and resin types and their uses:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of additive types and their uses

effects of weather conditions on bonding times

methods used to:

mix glues, resins and additives

test samples of mix

safely store glues, resins and additives

purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist maintenance of mixing systems used to mix glue, resin and additives:

mixers with manually controlled feed

mixers with pre-programmed mix quantities

organisational procedures specific to mixing glue, resin and additives:

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:

mixing system with transfer pumps

personal protective equipment suitable for mixing glue, resin and additives

glue and resin which must include one or more of the following:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

additives

recipes for mixing glues, resin and additives

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets for glues, resins and additives

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for maintaining equipment

work order with specific instructions for mixing glue, resins and additives

template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for mixing glue, resin and additives

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 task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 and check for operational effectiveness.

1.3 Obtain type and quantity of glue or resin to be mixed from storage location.

1.4 Select mixing process and plan in line with work order.

2. Mix glue

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

2.2 Measure and mix glue or resin ingredients and additives to ensure minimum wastage.

2.3 Transfer mix to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contaminating.

2.4 Monitor rate that glue or resins and additives are being added and where required adjust pumps.

2.5 Test mix samples regularly in line with manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Maintain and clean equipment

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures throughout all maintenance and cleaning processes.

3.2 Clean mixing, storage and transfer equipment.

3.3 Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.4 Dispose of excess glue or resin and additives in line environmental protection practices and store equipment.

3.5 Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults 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:

prepare glues and resins in line with individual work orders for each mix, prescribing different quantities for each job; types of glues and resins include:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

for the above jobs, take samples and test mix for:

mix quantities

setting speed

how weather conditions may be affecting the process.

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

environmental protection practices for preparing resins and additives:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning plant, tools and equipment

disposing of hazardous substances

storage layout and categories for:

raw materials

finished mixes

typical flow of material supply in and out of the mixing area

typical work flow processes for mixing glue, resins and additives

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of glue and resin types and their uses:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of additive types and their uses

effects of weather conditions on bonding times

methods used to:

mix glues, resins and additives

test samples of mix

safely store glues, resins and additives

purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist maintenance of mixing systems used to mix glue, resin and additives:

mixers with manually controlled feed

mixers with pre-programmed mix quantities

organisational procedures specific to mixing glue, resin and additives:

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:

mixing system with transfer pumps

personal protective equipment suitable for mixing glue, resin and additives

glue and resin which must include one or more of the following:

synthetic or animal based adhesives

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins

formaldehydes

additives

recipes for mixing glues, resin and additives

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets for glues, resins and additives

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for maintaining equipment

work order with specific instructions for mixing glue, resins and additives

template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for mixing glue, resin and additives

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 and check for operational effectiveness. 
Obtain type and quantity of glue or resin to be mixed from storage location. 
Select mixing process and plan in line with work order. 
Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Measure and mix glue or resin ingredients and additives to ensure minimum wastage. 
Transfer mix to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contaminating. 
Monitor rate that glue or resins and additives are being added and where required adjust pumps. 
Test mix samples regularly in line with manufacturer’s instructions. 
Follow organisational safety procedures throughout all maintenance and cleaning processes. 
Clean mixing, storage and transfer equipment. 
Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line with manufacturer’s recommendations. 
Dispose of excess glue or resin and additives in line environmental protection practices and store equipment. 
Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 

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