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LMFFM3020B
Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain sawing machines using their full technical potential and capacities. It encompasses and builds on the machines and tasks covered in unit LMFFM2010A Set up, operate and maintain basic static machines

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Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical Aspects of Evidence

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Identify, set up, operate and maintain at least four different types of saws, which must include those stipulated in the Range Statement and cover the use of safety cut-outs and guards

Conduct operator maintenance on the machines and related equipment

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications

Access to sawing machinery as identified in the Range Statement, standard operating procedures, and unprocessed materials.

Method of Assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to sawing operations, work orders, plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate saw depths and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate sawing problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage

use the workplace technology related to sawing, including tools, equipment and measuring devices

Required knowledge

the types, characteristics, uses and limitations of sawing machines

sawing processes and techniques

characteristics of materials and uses of products produced

workplace guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance levels

workplace safety policies and procedures

procedures for reporting machinery faults and material defects

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Sawing machines are to include:

cross-cut saws

circular rip saws

sliding table panel saws and scroll-band saws and may include: NC beam saws

wall saws

band resaws and straight line edgers

Material to be machined is to include:

solid timber and manufactured board and may include: laminates

plastics

acrylics

synthetic solids

Unit scope

Work involves reading and interpreting plans, deep ripping, cutting angles and compound angles, trenching flat panel components, shaping components, using jigs and fixtures, breaking down boards, maintaining machine parts and saw blades

Unit context

OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines

Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Tools and equipment are to include:

machine-specific tools and may include: screwdrivers

hammers

spanners

jigs and fixtures

Materials are to include:

sawing machine consumables

oils and lubricants and trial materials

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment, and quantities 
Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted 
Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality 
Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation 
Procedures are determined for minimising waste material 
Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job 
Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked 
Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions 
Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work 
Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings 
Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturers' instructions 
Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturers' instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures 
Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturers' recommendations 
Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output 
Waste quantities are checked and minimised 
Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures 
Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons 
Material that can be reused is collected and stored 
Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures 
Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures 
Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace 
Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and site procedures 
Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures 

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