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Visually stress grade softwood

Visually stress grade softwood

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2216
State Code
AXL83
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to visually stress grade softwood, by assessing material for strength against set classifications detailed in Australian Standard AS2858 as a minimum standard. The unit applies to those who visually stress-grade softwood in a forest products factory setting.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for stress-grading
  • 1.1 Review work order for visually stress-grading softwood and clarify with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Identify grading requirements in line with site procedures, standards and specifications.
  • 1.3 Select materials, hardware items, tools and equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.4 Position softwood to be graded to provide appropriate access and facilitate efficient workflow.
  • 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety.
2. Evaluate softwood
  • 2.1 Identify species and check status of seasoning.
  • 2.2 Accurately record size and tolerance measurements in line with site requirements.
  • 2.3 Establish characteristics and evaluate in line with standards and product specifications.
  • 2.4 Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements.
3. Grade softwood
  • 3.1 Visually stress grade softwood based on standards for the required structural grade.
  • 3.2 Diagnose and check characteristics with the greatest limiting effect on the grade.
  • 3.3 Assess the appearance, and mark, segregate and dispose of, in line with site procedures and environmental requirements
  • 3.4 Record and report results of grading in line with workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5894 FPICOT2216B Visually stress grade softwood Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM64 FWPCOT2250 Visually stress grade softwood Unit of competency