Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

FWPCOT2213 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Grade softwood sawn and milled products

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPCOT2213 - Grade softwood sawn and milled products
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to visually evaluate softwood sawn and milled product characteristics for classification into various appearance grades. It includes sorting softwood into classifications and marking material in line with grade type.The unit applies to those who grade softwood sawn and milled products in a wood products factory setting.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following resources must be made available:

softwood sawn and milled products for grading

measuring equipment moisture meters

personal protective equipment suitable for grading softwood sawn and milled products

lifting equipment for the movement of sawn and milled products

work order, workplace requirements and site standards for grading softwood sawn and milled products

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for grading
  • Review work order to grade softwood sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel.
  • Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled products to be graded from storage location.
  • Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations.
  • Plan grading process in line with site procedures.
  • Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety.
       
Element: Grade products
  • Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated.
  • Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type.
  • Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements.
  • Mark characteristics for docking.
  • Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers.
  • Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements.
  • Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for grading

1.1 Review work order to grade softwood sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled products to be graded from storage location.

1.3 Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations.

1.4 Plan grading process in line with site procedures.

1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety.

2. Grade products

2.1 Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated.

2.2 Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type.

2.3 Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements.

2.4 Mark characteristics for docking.

2.5 Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers.

2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements.

2.7 Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

prepare for and grade a full range of softwood sawn and milled products in readiness for storage or processing

follow work order for grading softwood sawn and milled products

work safely and communicate effectively with others at work site

identify characteristics and defects in softwood sawn and milled products and mark for sorting

follow organisational policies and procedures, standards and codes of practice for grading softwood sawn and milled products

record and report grading activity.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

applicable regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for grading softwood sawn and milled products

organisational and site standards, policies and procedures for grading softwood sawn and milled products

environmental risks and hazards associated with grading timber

criteria for recycling and re-using sub-standard material

methods of visual estimation, grading, colour identification and tagging

sorting, marking and distribution processes

industry standard cross sections and lengths

storage systems, locations and labelling procedures

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution strategies, and common fault finding techniques

typical tools and equipment used for grading timber, along with their safe operation and maintenance

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for grading

1.1 Review work order to grade softwood sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled products to be graded from storage location.

1.3 Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations.

1.4 Plan grading process in line with site procedures.

1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety.

2. Grade products

2.1 Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated.

2.2 Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type.

2.3 Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements.

2.4 Mark characteristics for docking.

2.5 Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers.

2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements.

2.7 Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel.

Not Applicable

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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
Review work order to grade softwood sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel. 
Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled products to be graded from storage location. 
Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations. 
Plan grading process in line with site procedures. 
Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety. 
Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated. 
Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type. 
Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements. 
Mark characteristics for docking. 
Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers. 
Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements. 
Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FWPCOT2213 - Grade softwood sawn and milled products
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