Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for cutting
- Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
- Identify type and quantity of materials to be cut and obtain from storage.
- Select appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
- Interpret cutting list and plan material cutting patterns and saw set-up sequences in line with work order.
- Cut material to length
- Mark up material and set stops in preparation for cutting.
- Use equipment and machinery in line with organisational procedures, manufacturer's instructions and environmental protection practices.
- Follow cutting sequence and patterns to produce required quantity.
- Check cuts for length within a set tolerance.
- Dispose of incorrect cuts, off-cuts and material with defects in line with environmental protection practices.
- Stack material safely in designated location in line with work order requirements.
- Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
- Complete production and quality records and report in line with organisational procedures.
- Complete operator maintenance
- Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
- Check saw blades for blunt or damaged condition
- Repair or send for repair blunt saw blades according to organisational site procedures and manufacturer’s instructions
- Recycle or dispose of used blades in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices
- Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for equipment.
- Keep saw area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris.
- Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.