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

FWPSAW2206 Mapping and Delivery Guide
De-stack seasoning racks

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FWPSAW2206 - De-stack seasoning racks
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess and control dried boards, separate them from seasoning racks, and monitor their use and supply for the timber dressing process. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawmill Worker, Production Worker, Kiln Worker. 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:

seasoning racks:

air seasoning or kiln seasoning racks

timber, steel or mobile racks with bearers and spacing sticks

mechanical board separation machine with conveyor system

moisture probes

a selection of boards

personal protective equipment suitable for de-stacking seasoning racks

manufacturers’ instructions and recommendations for use of equipment

work order with specific instructions for separation and supply of timber

template documents for recording processing and equipment faults

organisational policies and procedures for de-stacking seasoning racks.

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 de-stacking
  • Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • Identify type and quantity of boards for de-stacking and plan de-stacking process in line with work order.
       
Element: De-stack racks
  • Assess boards visually for type, size and quality.
  • Measure moisture content of boards and approve for de-stacking.
  • Load racks onto separation equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • Separate and load boards onto conveyor systems.
  • Remove bearers, spacing stick and other protective timber from boards and store for return to stacking area.
  • Reject and dispose of sub-standard materials in line with environmental protection practices.
  • Keep de-stacking area clear of timber scraps and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices.
       
Element: Monitor board usage and maintain supply
  • Monitor conveyor transfer procedures and keep free from blockages.
  • Supply racks to board separation equipment and maintain consistent dressing size and species in line with work order.
  • Receive changes to dressing process size and change board supply accordingly.
  • Monitor changeover points in line with organisational procedures.
  • Identify routine processing supply and equipment faults and resolve or report 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 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 de-stacking

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.3 Identify type and quantity of boards for de-stacking and plan de-stacking process in line with work order.

2. De-stack racks

2.1 Assess boards visually for type, size and quality.

2.2 Measure moisture content of boards and approve for de-stacking.

2.3 Load racks onto separation equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.

2.4 Separate and load boards onto conveyor systems.

2.5 Remove bearers, spacing stick and other protective timber from boards and store for return to stacking area.

2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard materials in line with environmental protection practices.

2.7 Keep de-stacking area clear of timber scraps and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices.

3. Monitor board usage and maintain supply

3.1 Monitor conveyor transfer procedures and keep free from blockages.

3.2 Supply racks to board separation equipment and maintain consistent dressing size and species in line with work order.

3.3 Receive changes to dressing process size and change board supply accordingly.

3.4 Monitor changeover points in line with organisational procedures.

3.5 Identify routine processing supply and equipment faults and resolve or report 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:

follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to de-stacking seasoning racks

de-stack seasoning racks in readiness for allocation of timber to storage or downstream operations including:

breaking down seasoning racks, moisture testing the boards and visually assessing their appearance quality

separating the boards from the rack bearers and spacing sticks

accurately set board separation equipment parameters

supply de-stacked timber for the dressing process

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

purpose, features and operation of equipment used for drying timber:

seasoning racks:

air seasoning or kiln seasoning racks

timber, steel or mobile racks with bearers and spacing sticks

mechanical board separation machine and conveyor system

moisture probes

de-stacking techniques

markings used on timber boards to identify grade

methods used to measure moisture content of timber

typical work flow processes used to de-stack seasoning racks

typical flow of timber board supply in and out of the de-stacking area

storage systems and labelling

range of characteristics used to visually assess timber boards:

type

finish quality

timber defects

length

width

thickness

environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

reducing water and energy use

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber

disposal of waste material

range of industry-standard timber types and visual characteristics:

native timber species

imported timber species

dressed timber

in-the-rough timber

stress and non-stress graded timber

preservative treated timber

typical timber defects and how they affect ability to produce a quality finished product:

incorrect moisture content

warp

wane

cupping

shakes

insect defects

knots

resin pockets

range of industry standard lengths, cross sections, appearance grades and applicable terminology

organisational procedures specific to de-stacking seasoning racks:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis use of personal protective and other equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting processing and equipment faults.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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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 de-stacking

1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.3 Identify type and quantity of boards for de-stacking and plan de-stacking process in line with work order.

2. De-stack racks

2.1 Assess boards visually for type, size and quality.

2.2 Measure moisture content of boards and approve for de-stacking.

2.3 Load racks onto separation equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.

2.4 Separate and load boards onto conveyor systems.

2.5 Remove bearers, spacing stick and other protective timber from boards and store for return to stacking area.

2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard materials in line with environmental protection practices.

2.7 Keep de-stacking area clear of timber scraps and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices.

3. Monitor board usage and maintain supply

3.1 Monitor conveyor transfer procedures and keep free from blockages.

3.2 Supply racks to board separation equipment and maintain consistent dressing size and species in line with work order.

3.3 Receive changes to dressing process size and change board supply accordingly.

3.4 Monitor changeover points in line with organisational procedures.

3.5 Identify routine processing supply and equipment faults and resolve or report 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 and where required check with appropriate personnel. 
Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Identify type and quantity of boards for de-stacking and plan de-stacking process in line with work order. 
Assess boards visually for type, size and quality. 
Measure moisture content of boards and approve for de-stacking. 
Load racks onto separation equipment in line with organisational safety procedures. 
Separate and load boards onto conveyor systems. 
Remove bearers, spacing stick and other protective timber from boards and store for return to stacking area. 
Reject and dispose of sub-standard materials in line with environmental protection practices. 
Keep de-stacking area clear of timber scraps and dispose of these in line with environmental protection practices. 
Monitor conveyor transfer procedures and keep free from blockages. 
Supply racks to board separation equipment and maintain consistent dressing size and species in line with work order. 
Receive changes to dressing process size and change board supply accordingly. 
Monitor changeover points in line with organisational procedures. 
Identify routine processing supply and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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