Range of VariablesThe Range of Variables explains the contexts within which the performance and knowledge requirements of this standard may be assessed. The scope of variables chosen in particular training and assessment requirements may depend on the work situations available |
What tools and equipment are likely to be used when erecting timber structures and features? | Tools and equipment may include levelling equipment, ladders, guy ropes, string lines, tape measures, marking gauges, spades, shovels, crow bars, chisels, hammers, spanners, nails, nail punches, planes, clamps, power tools such as electric drills and saws, handsaws, sanding blocks, paint brushes and putty knives. |
What OHS hazards apply to this standard? | OHS hazards may include manual lifting, use of power tools, use of sharp hand tools, dust, sun exposure, working at heights, falling objects, overhead powerlines, and contact with treated timber. |
What environmental implications are likely to be considered? | Consideration may be given to the impact of soil disturbance and the alteration to water flow during construction, and after the structure or feature has been erected, use and disposable of treated timbers. |
What services are likely to be located on site? | Services may include power, gas, water, stormwater, sewerage or septic connections, phone and optical cables. |
What types of footings are likely to be prepared for timber structures and features? | Footings may be concrete or in some case rammed earth. The depth of footings and timing of footing installation may vary according to the type of structure to be erected. Some structures (e.g., fences) need the post and footing installed at the beginning, others may be supported by bracing during assembly and when complete, the footings are filled. |
What timber components are likely to be included in a timber structure or feature? | Timber components may include beams, rafters, joists, battens, slats, rails and planks. |
How is the timber likely to be prepared before assembly? | Timber preparation may include planing arising from the identification of knots. |
What cutting tools are likely to be used? | Cutting tools may include handsaws, electric saws and chisels. |
What OHS specifications may be included for the use of power tools? | OHS specifications may include routine pre-start checks such as cleaning air filters, blades, brakes, safety bars, nuts, bolts and screws, and the operating of power tools according to manufacturers recommendations including correct handling, guards, electrical safety, the wearing of protective clothing, regular servicing, and safe storage when not in use. |
What methods are likely to be used for joining timber? | Timber joints may include corner halving, tee halving, bevelled tee halving, stopped halving, cross halving, halved scarf, through dovetail halving and stopped dovetail halving. |
How can timber components be fixed into place? | Timber fixing methods may include galvanised plates, saddles, nails, cup head bolts, coach screws, dyna bolts, timber glues or other fasteners. |
How can a structure or feature be finished off to ensure completeness and security of components? | Finishing off may include the cutting off of overhangs, sanding, and the plugging of holes and any other cosmetic work that may be required. |
What coatings are likely to be applied to timber structures and features? | Coatings may include paint, varnishes and lacquers. |
How is unused timber likely to be stored and stacked? | Storing and stacking may include the use of ground sheets, chocks, waterproof covers and strapping in accordance with safe stacking procedures. |
For more information on contexts, environment and variables for training and assessment, refer to the Sector Booklet. |
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