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

MSFFM3012 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFM3012 - Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers setting up, operating and maintaining sawing machines using their full technical potential and capacities. It encompasses and builds on the machines and tasks covered in unitMSFFM2010 Set up, operate and maintain basic static machines.No licensing, legislative 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.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to sawing machinery, standard operating procedures and unprocessed materials.
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
  • Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities
  • Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality
  • Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
  • Procedures are determined for minimising waste material
  • Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job
       
Element: Set up machines
  • Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked
  • Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work
  • Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings
       
Element: Operate machines
  • Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
  • Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations
  • Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output
  • Waste quantities are checked and minimised
  • Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
  • Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons
       
Element: Finalise operation and maintain equipment
  • Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode
  • Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices
  • Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures
  • Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures
       


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.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities

1.2

Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.4

Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality

1.5

Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

1.6

Procedures are determined for minimising waste material

1.7

Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job

2

Set up machines

2.1

Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked

2.2

Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.3

Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work

2.4

Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings

3

Operate machines

3.1

Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions

3.2

Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures

3.3

Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations

3.4

Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output

3.5

Waste quantities are checked and minimised

3.6

Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures

3.7

Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

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

Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Identify, set up, operate and maintain at least four (4) different types of saws, using safety cut-outs and guards

Conduct operator maintenance on the machines and related equipment

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

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

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

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of sawing machines

Sawing processes and techniques

Characteristics of materials and uses of products produced

Workplace guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance levels

Workplace safety policies and procedures

Procedures for reporting machinery faults and material defects

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities

1.2

Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.4

Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality

1.5

Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

1.6

Procedures are determined for minimising waste material

1.7

Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job

2

Set up machines

2.1

Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked

2.2

Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.3

Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work

2.4

Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings

3

Operate machines

3.1

Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions

3.2

Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures

3.3

Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations

3.4

Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output

3.5

Waste quantities are checked and minimised

3.6

Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures

3.7

Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Sawing machines include:

cross-cut saws

circular rip saws

sliding table panel saws and scroll-band saws

numerically controlled (NC) beam saws

wall saws

band re-saws and straight line edgers

Materials to be machined include:

solid timber

manufactured board

laminates

plastics

acrylics

synthetic solids

Unit scope includes:

reading and interpreting plans

deep ripping

cutting angles and compound angles

trenching flat panel components

shaping components

using jigs and fixtures

breaking down boards

maintaining machine parts and saw blades

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code, and local safe operating procedures

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving in the set up and operation of machines

competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Tools and equipment include:

machine-specific tolls

screwdrivers

hammers

spanners

jigs and fixtures

Materials include:

sawing machine consumables

oils and lubricants and trial materials

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

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
Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities 
Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality 
Sawing machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation 
Procedures are determined for minimising waste material 
Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job 
Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked 
Saw settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions 
Trial runs are conducted to check saw operation, accuracy and quality of finished work 
Necessary adjustments are made to saw settings 
Saw start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions 
Material to be sawed is positioned in accordance with manufacturer instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures 
Saw is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations 
Saw operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output 
Waste quantities are checked and minimised 
Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures 
Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the saw are identified and reported to appropriate persons 
Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 
Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices 
Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures 
Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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