Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for docking with mechanical feed
- Appropriate work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other regulatory procedures are followed
- Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
- Job requirements regarding sizes and lengths acceptable for further processing are identified from order forms/workplace standards
- Start-up checks are completed in accordance with workplace procedures
- General cross-section, length and condition of boards on conveyor is visually assessed in accordance with workplace quality standards
- Typical docking/cutting patterns are identified
- Communication with supervisor and other workers is maintained to ensure efficient workflow
- Cut boards on mechanical feed
- Individual boards are assessed and optimal docking/cutting pattern is identified
- Boards are positioned and saw/s are operated to produce selected cutting pattern
- Swollen ends of boards are removed
- Cuts are made to required lengths
- Cuts are made to required grade
- Faults/problems with materials or componentry are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures
- Reject boards are identified and marked or removed
- Monitor and correct processing
- Feed systems are regularly monitored for material flow problems
- Dimensions and finish of cut boards are regularly checked in accordance with workplace standards
- Characteristics of blunt and damaged saws are recognised
- Saw blades are removed and replaced in accordance with workplace standard procedures
- Area around saw is regularly cleaned in accordance with workplace procedure
- Complete operations
- Machine shut down is conducted in accordance with workplace and manufacturer guidelines
- Boards are relocated to holding area without damage to boards, personnel or equipment
- Waste materials are directed for disposal or recovery
- Production records are completed in accordance with workplace procedures
- Maintenance program is completed as required and recorded