Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 1:39 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Sawdoctoring
Certificate III in Sawdoctoring
FPI30711
J471
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 27/08/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the sawmilling and processing sector of the forest and forest products industry.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty six (26)- ten (10) core units plus
- sixteen (16) elective units, consisting of:
- up to sixteen (16) units from the elective units listed below
- up to two (2) units recommended for packaging at Certificate II, III or IV level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the sawdoctoring sector of the industry
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6084 | FPISAW3228B | Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5867 | FPICOR2202B | Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB897 | BSBFLM312C | Contribute to team effectiveness | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5872 | FPICOR3201B | Implement safety, health and environment policies and procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D5922 | FPICOT3211B | Maintain sawdoctoring tools | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S7596 | MEM05006C | Perform brazing and or silver soldering | 18 | Unit of competency |
| D5915 | FPICOT3204B | Prepare and interpret sketches and drawings | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5956 | FPICOT3247B | Select timber for forestry operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5942 | FPICOT3233B | Sharpen and align blades and knives | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5866 | FPICOR2201B | Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to sixteen (16) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S483 | FPI30705 | Certificate III in Sawdoctoring | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAK8 | FWP30716 | Certificate III in Sawdoctoring | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
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