Assessor Resource

FWPWPP3219
Blend and test binding mixes

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to blend and test binding mixes for use in the forming of chip, flake and fibre boards. Work is factory completed in a forest products setting and includes operator maintenance.

The unit applies to production operators and technicians who blend and test binding mixes in a forest and wood products 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 blending

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 Obtain type and quantity of binding mix for blending from storage.

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

2. Set up equipment and blend binding mix

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

2.2 Set blend cycles in line with work order.

2.3 Measure ingredients and additives and blend to ensure minimum wastage.

2.4 Transfer blend to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contamination.

2.5 Monitor rate of including additives and where required adjust pumps.

3. Test binding mix results

3.1 Test blend samples regularly, checking tack and adhesion properties.

3.2 Interpret test results and where required adjust blend to achieve desired properties.

3.3 Reject and dispose of incorrect blend in line with environmental protection practices.

4. Maintain and clean equipment

4.1 Clean blending, storage and transfer equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.

4.2 Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line manufacturer’s instructions.

4.3 Dispose of excess blended material and additives in line with environmental protection practices.

4.4 Store equipment and ingredients in line with organisational safety procedures.

4.5 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 binding mixes in line with individual work orders that prescribe varying quantities for each job; Binding mixes are to be prepared from different types of materials which includes:

chips

flakes

fibre

across the above jobs, demonstrate use of water and resin based glues:

for each of the above jobs, take samples and test mix for types of properties which includes:

mix quantities

viscosity

colour

spread

tack

cured bond strength

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 blending and testing binding mixes:

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 blending and testing binding mixes

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of ingredients and their uses:

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins and formaldehydes

chips

flakes or fibre

hardeners

softeners

accelerants

decelerators

dyes

effects of weather conditions on blending processes

methods used to:

blend binding mix

test samples of mix

safely store glue and additives

purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist maintenance of mixing systems used to blend binding mix:

mixers with manually controlled feed

mixers with pre-programmed mix quantities

organisational procedures specific to blending and testing mixes:

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:

blending system with transfer pumps

personal protective equipment suitable for blending and testing mixes

ingredients which must include at least one of the following:

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins and formaldehydes

chips

flakes or fibre

hardeners

softeners

accelerants

decelerators

dyes

recipes for mixing ingredients

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for maintaining equipment

work order with specific instructions for blending binding mixes

template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for blending and testing mixes.

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

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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 blending

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 Obtain type and quantity of binding mix for blending from storage.

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

2. Set up equipment and blend binding mix

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

2.2 Set blend cycles in line with work order.

2.3 Measure ingredients and additives and blend to ensure minimum wastage.

2.4 Transfer blend to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contamination.

2.5 Monitor rate of including additives and where required adjust pumps.

3. Test binding mix results

3.1 Test blend samples regularly, checking tack and adhesion properties.

3.2 Interpret test results and where required adjust blend to achieve desired properties.

3.3 Reject and dispose of incorrect blend in line with environmental protection practices.

4. Maintain and clean equipment

4.1 Clean blending, storage and transfer equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.

4.2 Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line manufacturer’s instructions.

4.3 Dispose of excess blended material and additives in line with environmental protection practices.

4.4 Store equipment and ingredients in line with organisational safety procedures.

4.5 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 binding mixes in line with individual work orders that prescribe varying quantities for each job; Binding mixes are to be prepared from different types of materials which includes:

chips

flakes

fibre

across the above jobs, demonstrate use of water and resin based glues:

for each of the above jobs, take samples and test mix for types of properties which includes:

mix quantities

viscosity

colour

spread

tack

cured bond strength

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 blending and testing binding mixes:

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 blending and testing binding mixes

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of ingredients and their uses:

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins and formaldehydes

chips

flakes or fibre

hardeners

softeners

accelerants

decelerators

dyes

effects of weather conditions on blending processes

methods used to:

blend binding mix

test samples of mix

safely store glue and additives

purpose, features, operation and basic non-specialist maintenance of mixing systems used to blend binding mix:

mixers with manually controlled feed

mixers with pre-programmed mix quantities

organisational procedures specific to blending and testing mixes:

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:

blending system with transfer pumps

personal protective equipment suitable for blending and testing mixes

ingredients which must include at least one of the following:

rubber based adhesives

poly vinyl acetate

epoxy resins and formaldehydes

chips

flakes or fibre

hardeners

softeners

accelerants

decelerators

dyes

recipes for mixing ingredients

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for maintaining equipment

work order with specific instructions for blending binding mixes

template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for blending and testing mixes.

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. 
Obtain type and quantity of binding mix for blending from storage. 
Select and plan blending process in line with work order. 
Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Set blend cycles in line with work order. 
Measure ingredients and additives and blend to ensure minimum wastage. 
Transfer blend to appropriate storage location or production equipment through transfer lines without contamination. 
Monitor rate of including additives and where required adjust pumps. 
Test blend samples regularly, checking tack and adhesion properties. 
Interpret test results and where required adjust blend to achieve desired properties. 
Reject and dispose of incorrect blend in line with environmental protection practices. 
Clean blending, storage and transfer equipment in line with organisational safety procedures. 
Turn off pumps and flush equipment in line manufacturer’s instructions. 
Dispose of excess blended material and additives in line with environmental protection practices. 
Store equipment and ingredients in line with organisational safety procedures. 
Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 

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