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 heat treating | 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Identify and obtain type and quantity of material for heat treatment. 1.3 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 1.4 Plan heat treating process cycles in line with work order. |
2. Dry material | 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 2.2 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness and set heating temperature and humidity for optimal product recovery. 2.3 Adjust oven settings to suit process cycles and material condition, and monitor continually. 2.4 Follow emergency shutdown procedures in response to oven alarm. 2.5 Prepare racks containing materials of consistent processing condition and allowable range of thickness and load into oven, maximising space. 2.6 Assess material visually and measure moisture levels to ensure specified outcome. 2.7 Tag or mark processed racks and take samples of material for testing. 2.8 Record and report heat treating process to appropriate personnel. |
3. Redistribute material | 3.1 Regrade material in line with industry standards. 3.2 Direct material to storage or processing operations in line with organisational procedures. 3.3 Reject and dispose of defective material in line with environmental protection practices. 3.4 Clean work area in line with organisational safety procedures. |
4. Complete operator maintenance | 4.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 4.2 Check heat treating mechanisms for effective condition. 4.3 Adjust and maintain temperature and humidity settings, water drainage, atomising sprays and fans in line with manufacturer’s recommendations. 4.4 Keep oven clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures. 4.5 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements 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:
operate an oven to heat treat materials in line with individual work orders prescribing different quantities for each job. Materials for treatment include:
logs
raw boards
laminated panels
coves
board
medium density fibreboard
plywood
for each of the above jobs, direct materials to appropriate storage location or to downstream processing
after each of the above jobs, complete operator maintenance on the oven used.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
environmental protection practices for operating and maintaining heat treatment ovens:
reducing water and energy use
cleaning plant, tools and equipment
disposing of, recycling and reusing defective materials
purpose of heat treating materials
characteristics of materials, effects of the heat treatment process and appropriate range of temperatures and humidity levels:
logs
raw boards
laminated panels
coves
board
medium density fibreboard
plywood
methods used to visually assess condition of materials and measure moisture content after the treatment process
typical work flow processes and heat treatment techniques
typical flow of material supply in and out of the heat treatment area
purpose, features and operation of equipment used for heat treating materials:
standard or controlled humidity type ovens including:
temperature and humidity settings
water drainage
atomising sprays
fans
racks
different types of lifting equipment which including:
fork lifts
slings
trolley jacks
gantry cranes
loaders
moisture probes
methods used to maintain heat treatment ovens
organisational procedures specific to heat treating materials:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting process outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements.