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 and operate an automated (not fully automatic) edging machine to complete the following:

the set-up and application of at least three different edge treatment materials

the identification and correction of at least two real or simulated machining faults

Conduct operator maintenance on the machines and equipment

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications

Access to an automated edge banding machine, 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.

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to automated edge banding machine 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 area and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate set-up, operating and maintenance problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage

use the limited workplace technology related to automated edge banding machines, including tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Required knowledge

the types, characteristics, uses and limitations of machines

characteristics, uses and limitations of board products, edging products and adhesives

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.

Automated edge banding machines

Automated edge banding machines are those which use automated processes to apply and finish edge treatments

Machines are to include a standard automated edger (not fully automatic) and may include a soft forming machine

Unit scope

Work involves applying and processing an edge trim to a manufactured board

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 domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Material to be processed may include but is not limited to:

solid timber and manufactured board

Edgings may include, but not be limited to:

solid timber

laminates

plastics

non-ferrous materials and foils

Operator maintenance

Operator maintenance is to include the cleaning and refurbishing of the gluing station

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