FWPCOT3237
Produce templates


Application

This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to produce templates which assist with the operation of static machines and computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment used to produce shaped, tapered or moulded products. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.

The unit applies to Timber Products Technician, Machine Operator.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.


Elements and 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. Plan template production

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

1.2 Identify type and quantity of required templates and plan process in line with work order.

1.3 Select template material of appropriate size, strength and flexibility for equipment use.

1.4 Interpret drawings and specifications for templates and equipment application.

1.5 Measure and plot dimensions; maintain correct angles, arcs and curves to produce pattern.

1.6 Check pattern dimensions, shape and measurements against drawings and specifications through visual inspection.

2. Produce templates

2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

2.2 Construct template using patterns to ensure accurate outcomes.

2.3 Position hardware so that it does not affect or obstruct equipment use.

2.4 Date and sign template patterns, and make detailed notations for use.

2.5 Dispose of rejected templates and off-cuts in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Store plans in line with organisational procedures.

2.7 Record and report production outcomes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

Evidence of Performance

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 producing templates

produce templates in line with the work order and product requirements


Evidence of Knowledge

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

key features of patterns and templates and their purpose

types and key features of equipment that are assisted by templates

types and key features of shaped, tapered or moulded products produced with the assistance of templates

characteristics of materials used for templates and how these affect template use:

strength

direction of grain

hardness

flexibility

typical assembly sequences and range of techniques used to produce templates

purpose, features and operation of equipment used to assemble templates

purpose, features and use of assembly componentry

organisational policies and procedures specific to producing templates

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting production outcomes and equipment faults

environmental protection practices for producing templates:

reducing water and energy use

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber and other waste


Assessment Conditions

The following resources must be made available:

measuring equipment

patterns

assembly equipment

personal protective equipment suitable for producing templates

consumable metal and ply suitable for pattern preparation

consumable materials suitable for templates including one or more of the following:

dressed timber

medium density fibreboard

laminated veneer

chipboard

fibreboard

consumable nails, screws and adhesives

manufacturers’ instructions for equipment use

work order, drawings and specifications for template production

template documents for recording production outcomes and equipment faults

organisational procedures for producing templates.

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.


Foundation Skills

This section describes those core and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.

Numeracy skills to:

interpret detailed production data from work orders, drawings and specifications to:

count quantities of materials and hardware components and select appropriate sizes

precisely measure and check angles, arcs and curves against specifications.

Oral communication skills to:

ask open and closed probe questions and actively listen to clarify contents of work orders.

Reading skills to:

interpret:

workplace health and safety and other organisational procedures

work orders

manufacturers’ instructions

notations on template drawings and specifications.

Writing skills to:

complete detailed notations for future use of patterns

complete accurate basic records for production outcomes and equipment faults.

Planning and organising skills to:

efficiently and logically sequence the stages of template production using work order, drawings and specifications to guide activities.


Range Statement

Not Applicable


Sectors

Common Technical