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Sample and test products to specifications

Sample and test products to specifications

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPTMM4204
State Code
AXJ61
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
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to take product samples and to select and apply authorised testing procedures to ascertain the cause of a problem or to improve techniques. The unit applies to those who interpret test results and reporting findings in a forest products factory setting. Testing can be for manufactured products, components, assemblies, raw materials, timber, metal alloys, glass, adhesives, fillers, finishes and any other entities produced by the organisation.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for testing
  • 1.1 Select conforming or non-conforming products, materials or waste are for testing in line with organisational requirements.
  • 1.2 Interpret product quality specifications and drawings and select test parameters.
  • 1.3 Obtain type and quantity of entities for testing and note design features that impact on testing and inspection.
  • 1.4 Select and calibrate appropriate equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.5 Select and plan testing process in line with organisational procedures.
2. Test samples
  • 2.1 Follow workplace health and safety procedures throughout testing activities.
  • 2.2 Collect procedures and information on operator observation.
  • 2.3 Analyse information on problems or improvement requirements.
  • 2.4 Prepare samples and identify manufacturing dates, times and batches from production records.
  • 2.5 Establish and review test data in line with organisational procedures.
  • 2.6 Conduct test in line with industry standards and environmental protection practices.
  • 2.7 Compare all collected data and check results by further sampling and testing.
3. Evaluate and report test outcomes
  • 3.1 Evaluate test results for impact on production processes.
  • 3.2 Take action to rectify or improve on achieved test results.
  • 3.3 Develop recommendations and consider feasibility of suggestions.
  • 3.4 Record test process, results and recommendations and report to production personnel to facilitate process control or change.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6098 FPITMM4204B Sample and test products to specifications Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC77 FWPTMM4214 Test laminated wood product Unit of competency