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

LMFFDT4017A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Set up and operate a wood turning lathe to produce off-centre work

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFFDT4017A - Set up and operate a wood turning lathe to produce off-centre work
Description This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to maintain, set up and operate a woodturning lathe and holding devices used to produce off-centre work for the production of furniture and building work.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the wide variety of furniture maker operations. The competency applies to a work room and on site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at the highly skilled craftsman or artisan level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority.This unit requires employability skills in planning and organising, technology use and problem solving in order to correctly set up wood turning lathe to perform specific woodwork operations. Communication skills are used to access and interpret work requirements and self management is applied to ensure ongoing performance of lathe is maintained.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
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 work
  • Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements and instructions relevant to lathe operations are verified and complied with
  • Workinstructions are used to determine job requirements including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantity
  • Material for turning is selected and inspected for safety
  • The wood lathe, holding devices, tools and gauges are identified and checked for safe and efficient operations
  • Procedures are determined for minimising waste
  • Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job
       
Element: Set up machines with holding devices
  • Lathe speed is selected in accordance with job requirements, safety considerations and manufacturers' recommendations
  • Holding devices are mounted in accordance with job requirements and safety considerations
  • Necessary gauges and tools are selected for job
       
Element: Operate lathe
  • Lathe start up instructions are carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • Material is mounted in lathe in accordance with manufacture instructions, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
  • Lathe is operated in accordance with its designed capacity, purpose and to manufacturers' recommendations
  • Lathe operation is monitored to ensure produce quality and output
  • Waste quantities are checked and minimised
  • Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
  • Problems with the required work and/or operation of the machine are identified and reported to the appropriate person
       
Element: Clean up work area and maintain equipment
  • Materials that can be reused are collected and stored
  • Waste and scraps are removed following workplace procedures
  • Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace
       


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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the use of hand tools

Interpret product design and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

Identify, set up and maintain holding devices, safe speed selection and balance limitations to complete the following:

freehand turn articles between centres that have multiple axis

complete a minimum of eight hand turned articles to detail between centres

manufacture templates and gauges

scroll cut material prior to turning

complete a minimum of four hand turned articles to detail with grain at 90( to the axis of the lathe

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

eight significant wood turning requirements including design brief or specification

a range of optional timbers

range of quality wood turning tools

materials for the preparation of the product for finishing

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other related units of competency

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

interpret and apply technical and quality information in the identification, selection and maintenance of wood turning tools

interpret, apply and elaborate on specifications for wood turning products

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

use pre-checking and inspection techniques which relate to hand carving to avoid re-work and wastage

identify the most appropriate tool, the specifications and the methods for maintaining the high precision needs throughout the wood turning sequence

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or previously recognised personal competence

adapt designs to incorporate the impact of wood carving operations on the intended materials

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate other material requirements

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan work within given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

maintain current knowledge of wood turning tools and materials

maintain current knowledge of equipment installation techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the limited workplace technology related to the selection and high precision use of wood turning tools and equipment.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to wood turning

terminology covering wood turning operations and materials

types, characteristics, used and limitations of timber species for wood turning

techniques for the design and documentation of specifications for wood turned products

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for turning of wood

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of the range of tools used in wood turning

processes for evaluating the quality of wood turning tools in terms of specifications, safety, maintainability and commercial reputation

the range of commonly used wood turning techniques

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation

work flow within the workplace.

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative requirements

are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage

OHS requirements

are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures

requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Organisational requirements

may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Lathes

are to be manually operated using hand held tools

Instructions

may include but not be limited to workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment, production planning figures, workplace instructions including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs, workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications, and manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

Procedures

may include but not be limited to drawing articles from plans or samples, manufacturing pencil and scratch gauges, freehand grinding of tools and the set up and operation of the lathe to produce turned components

Holding devices

are to be specific to the job and are to include faceplates, scroll checks and function checks

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements and instructions relevant to lathe operations are verified and complied with 
Workinstructions are used to determine job requirements including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantity 
Material for turning is selected and inspected for safety 
The wood lathe, holding devices, tools and gauges are identified and checked for safe and efficient operations 
Procedures are determined for minimising waste 
Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job 
Lathe speed is selected in accordance with job requirements, safety considerations and manufacturers' recommendations 
Holding devices are mounted in accordance with job requirements and safety considerations 
Necessary gauges and tools are selected for job 
Lathe start up instructions are carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions 
Material is mounted in lathe in accordance with manufacture instructions, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures 
Lathe is operated in accordance with its designed capacity, purpose and to manufacturers' recommendations 
Lathe operation is monitored to ensure produce quality and output 
Waste quantities are checked and minimised 
Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures 
Problems with the required work and/or operation of the machine are identified and reported to the appropriate person 
Materials that can be reused are collected and stored 
Waste and scraps are removed following workplace procedures 
Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures 
Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures 
Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace 

Forms

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